This video gives an overview on ion torrent sequencing, another type of next generational sequencing. Built on ion torrent technology, the ion genestudio s5 systems provide the simplest sampletodata workflow for targeted sequencing with industryleading speed and scalability, allowing you to spend more time answering critical questions in your research. Life technologies hopes crowdsourcing will improve its new sequencing technology. How accurate is the new ion torrent genome, really.
Part of thermo fisher scientific, the world leader. The ion torrent method uses the same idea as the small molecule real time sequencing where they sequence at enzymatic rate using the dna polymerase. Five ion s5 chip options enable a sequencing throughput range of 2m to m reads. Transcriptome sequencing using the ion proton system internet. Ion torrent have marketed their machine as a rapid, compact and economical sequencer that can be utilized in a large number of laboratories as a bench top machine. Life technologies 7469 ion torrent personal genome machine dx included components. We support import of two kinds of data from the ion torrent system.
While this technology uses a sequencingbysynthesis method and emulsion pcr empcr similar to other platforms, it differs in that it doesnt use fluorescence or chemiluminescence. The ion torrent ion proton system uses nextgeneration sequencing. Our innovative life science, applied science, and clinical products are now found under the applied biosystems, invitrogen, gibco, ion torrent, and molecular probes brands. Mar 22, 2016 thermo life technologies ion onetouch 2 w es torrent for sample preparation 9701 duration. A comparison of illumina and ion torrent sequencing platforms in. Life technologies introduces the benchtop ion proton. Jun 16, 20 in this video we are given a tour of the ion torrent laboratory at life technologies. Ion ampliseq ngs panels thermo fisher scientific us. Ion torrent ion pgm sequencer powered by ion torrent semiconductor chip technology, the ion personal genome machine pgm sequencer delivers the fastest run times, at the most affordable price, of any nextgeneration sequencer. By creating a direct connection between chemical and digital information, ion torrent technology will democratize research, providing a fast, simple, scalable sequencing solution that every lab can afford.
Thermo life technologies ion onetouch 2 w es torrent for sample preparation 9701 duration. Ion torrent nextgeneration sequencing technology us. Life technologies industryleading brands are found in nearly every life sciences lab in the world and include innovative instrument systems under the applied biosystems and ion torrent names, as. Importing data from ion torrent we support import of two kinds of data from the ion torrent system. Life technologies 7469 ion torrent personal genome machine dx. The sample libraries were subsequently sequenced using the ion torrent pgm sequencer following the ion pgm template ot2 200 kit life technologies ltd, paisley, uk. Learn about working at ion torrent by life technologies. Pros and cons of iontorrent next generation sequencing. General overview life technologies now thermofisher expanded their ngs portfolio with the acquisition of ion torrent and their first system, the ion personal genome machine pgm sequencer, in 2010. Ion torrent have marketed their machine as a rapid, compact and. The ion torrent solution manages workflows and tracks all metadata. In 2010, life technologies introduced the ion personal genome machine pgm as a postlight sequencing technology. Bgi partners with life technologies to offer faster, more affordable sequencing applications on ion torrent worlds largest genome center to purchase 50.
The applications in the ion torrent solution work together outofthebox. Jun 26, 20 ion torrent continues to play a key role in our life technologies portfolio and is integral in the pursuit of our purpose of shaping discovery and improving life. The technology was licensed from dna electronics ltd, developed by. In this video we are given a tour of the ion torrent laboratory at life technologies. Nextgeneration sequencing ngs utilizes massively parallel sequencing to generate thousands of megabases of sequence information per day, opening doors to new research studies that were once difficult to accomplish in a practical. Dec 17, 2014 this video gives an overview on ion torrent sequencing, another type of next generational sequencing.
As a child jonathan went on sales calls with his father. Roches 454 life sciences is partnering with dna electronics on the development of a longread, highdensity semiconductor sequencing platform using this technology. The ion onetouch 2 is a template amplification system that automates sample and ionsemiconductor chip preparation for the ion pgm, proton, s5, and s5 xl series genomic sequencing equipment. While the initial specifications of the technology arent really competitive with existing secondgeneration sequencing platforms, ion torrent has a. Prior to rothbergs birth, his parents founded laticrete international, inc.
Ion ampliseq technology is globally recognized as the goldstandard, ampliconbased enrichment method for targeted nextgeneration sequencing ngs. Ion torrent pgm from life technologies choosing the ion torrent import will open the dialog shown in figure 6. Upon closing, life technologies expects to benefit from synergies created by combining ion torrents proprietary technologies, product. For the fastest, simplest, and most scalable ngs solution, there is no substitute. Life technologies was acquired by thermo fisher scientific in january, 2014. Being a part of life technologies, one might imagine, should give the chaps at ion torrent a decent amount of access to solid machines, and one more run of.
Life tech pushes speed of small, fast dna sequencer. The semiconductor will inevitably transform the life sciences, just as it has transformed every other industry it has touched. This system includes the ion torrent sequencer and ion torrent cpu. Used life technologies ion torrent ion onetouch 2 203. With the supplemental ion onetouch es enrichment system, the onetouch 2 can process hundreds of bases per day to streamline the pgm workflow. Ion torrent continues to play a key role in our life technologies portfolio and is integral in the pursuit of our purpose of shaping discovery. Ion torrent uses semiconductor technology to deliver the fastest benchtop next gen sequencing. Jonathan marc rothberg was born in new haven, connecticut to lillian rothberg and henry rothberg, a chemical engineer. Life technologies debuts ion torrent machine, next. New york genomeweb news life technologies announced after the close of the market tuesday that it will acquire sequencing. Life technologies ion torrent personal genome machine. Ion genestudio s5 series systems thermo fisher scientific.
Life technologies now thermofisher expanded their ngs portfolio with the acquisition of ion torrent and their first system, the ion personal genome machine pgm sequencer, in 2010. Dec 08, 2010 ion torrents founder, jonathan rothberg, says that life technologies was particularly interested in his technology because of the potential diagnostic applications, though he is careful to note. Life technologies 7469 ion torrent personal genome machine. Confidential for life technologies internal use only. While this technology uses a sequencingbysynthesis method and emulsion pcr empcr similar to other platforms, it differs in that it doesnt use fluorescence or. Nextgeneration sequencing ngs utilizes massively parallel sequencing to generate thousands of megabases of sequence information per day, opening doors to new research studies that were once difficult to accomplish in a practical manner. Together, the first three chips released by ion torrent will deliver a 100x improvement in base yield 10 mb to 1 gb in a single year. Life technologies now thermofisher expanded their ngs portfolio with the acquisition of ion torrent and their first system, the ion personal genome machine. Page 2 the information in this guide is subject to change without notice. Ion torrent next generation sequencing ngs solution.
Just select create an ion reporter workflow as you plan your sequencing runs and the software automates the rest from primary analysis, to data transfer, and secondary. Powered by semiconductor chips, ion torrent nextgeneration sequencing technology helps you implement a fast and simple workflow that scales to your research. System includes 844126 ion one touch es dx ion torrent, ion one touch dx ion torrent, 6431 ion pgm dx chip minifuge, poweredge t430 computer, and accessories. Thermo life technologies ion onetouch 2 with es torrent for. Bgi partners with life technologies to offer faster, more affordable sequencing applications on ion torrent worlds largest genome center to purchase 50 ion proton sequencers from life. Ion torrent will launch the ion personal genome machine sequencer in 2010. See who you know at ion torrent by life technologies, leverage your professional network, and get hired. Ion torrents founder, jonathan rothberg, says that life technologies was particularly interested in his technology because of the potential diagnostic applications, though he is careful to note. Samples move seamlessly from one step to the next, while dashboards provide easy navigation and allow researchers to track the status of all samples. Thermo life technologies ion onetouch 2 with es torrent. Life technologies completes acquisition of ion torrent. Torrent suite software integration automate your data analysis needs and leverage the power of ion reporter software directly from within torrent suite software. Life technologies announces agreement to acquire ion torrent. The solution is appropriate for research and clinical.