Applied DNA and Stratum Reservoir Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Leverage Isotopic Analysis for Enhanced DNA-Based Cotton Authenticity and Provenance
December 15, 2021 at 09:00 am EST
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Applied DNA Sciences, Inc. and Stratum Reservoir (Isotech), LLC announced that they have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Under the terms of the MoU, Applied DNA will deploy Isotechs isotopic analysis (IA) as a confirmatory assay for cotton genotyping, the process through which cotton DNA is utilized to determine cotton fiber and fabric origin forensically. The MoU is expected to be followed by a definitive agreement between the companies. The signing of the MoU follows the joint presentation of initial data by the companies at an American Apparel and Footwear Association event that describes a methodology and findings for the successful determination of Egyptian cotton fiber, yarn and fabric origin using cotton genomics with affirmation by IA. The complementary use of IA to Applied DNAs CertainT® platform for textile traceability yields a continuity of forensic data across the entirety of a natural fiber-based value chain from source to finished goods to ensure adherence to social (avoidance of products made with forced or slave labor) and environmental practices (sustainable, organic) aligned with regulatory and consumer expectations. Per the MoU, the companies will support business development opportunities for cotton traceability. They will also continue to build and compile a global database of cotton, yarn, and fabric samples from known sources to broaden the application and utility of IA.
Applied DNA Sciences, Inc. is a biotechnology company that develops, and markets deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) based technology solutions. The Company is utilizing its LinearDNA large-scale polymerase chain reaction (PCR) based manufacturing platform. The Companyâs proprietary platform produces large quantities of DNA for use in the nucleic acid-based in vitro diagnostics and preclinical nucleic-acid based drug development and manufacturing markets and for supply chain security, anti-counterfeiting and anti-theft technology purposes. It also develops PCR-based molecular in vitro diagnostics for covid-19. In addition, under its wholly owned subsidiary, Applied DNA Clinical Labs, LLC, the Company is offering a high-throughput turnkey solution for population-scale Covid-19 testing marketed as safeCircle. safeCircle utilizes the Companyâs Covid-19 Diagnostic Tests and is designed to look for infection within defined populations or communities utilizing high throughput testing methodologies.
Applied DNA and Stratum Reservoir Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Leverage Isotopic Analysis for Enhanced DNA-Based Cotton Authenticity and Provenance