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GENEDRIVE PLC

GDRBiotechManchester, United Kingdom

Genedrive Plc, a molecular diagnostics firm established in Manchester, UK, in 2000 (and known as Epistem Holdings Plc until its name change in July 2016), focuses on developing and commercializing innovative point-of-care diagnostic platforms. These solutions cater to a range of applications, including the identification of infectious diseases, genetic profiling, and pathogen detection. At the core of their offerings is the proprietary Genedrive system, a compact polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology. This advanced platform enables the rapid amplification and detection of nucleic acids from diverse biological samples, such as plasma, sputum, and buccal swabs. The Genedrive platform features several key diagnostic products: the Genedrive HCV ID Kit for qualitative Hepatitis C virus detection; the Genedrive BioPlex, designed for the quick identification of military biothreats from pathogens; and the Genedrive MT-RNR1-ID Kit, a rapid genetic test vital for emergency neonatal care. Complementing these is the Genedrive Connect app, an Android-based mobile application that streamlines data management and facilitates results transmission. Genedrive Plc serves the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors globally, with its reach extending throughout the United Kingdom, Europe, the United States, and other international regions. The company has also partnered with Beckman Coulter Life Sciences to automate laboratory PCR testing procedures for COVID-19.

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GENEDRIVE PLC at a glance

GENEDRIVE PLC is a biotech company headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom, founded in 2007. It is publicly listed (GDR) with a market capitalisation of $26.7M.

Industry
Biotech
Headquarters
Manchester, United Kingdom
Market cap
$26.7M
Employees
43
Ticker
GDR
Founded
2007

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TRINITY BIOTECH PLCTRIB · BiotechBray, Ireland
67% matchPublic

Trinity Biotech plc, an Irish enterprise founded in 1992 and headquartered in Bray, is engaged in the acquisition, development, manufacturing, and global distribution of medical diagnostic solutions. The company's reach extends to the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Europe, catering to both clinical laboratory and point-of-care diagnostic markets. Its extensive range of clinical laboratory offerings encompasses diagnostic tests and specialized instrumentation for identifying numerous infectious diseases. These include Lyme disease, sexually transmitted infections like syphilis and herpes, SARS-CoV-2, and a variety of viral pathogens such as Epstein Barr, measles, mumps, toxoplasmosis, cytomegalovirus, rubella, and varicella. Additionally, Trinity Biotech provides in-vitro diagnostic products centered on haemoglobin A1c for the crucial monitoring, diagnosis, and risk assessment of diabetes. The company's product development incorporates diverse assay formats, including immunofluorescence, enzyme-linked immunosorbent (ELISA), Western blot, and line immunoassays. It also supplies a suite of reagent products, including ACE, bile acids, lactate, oxalate, and glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase, vital for diagnosing liver and kidney disorders, as well as haemolytic anaemia. Beyond diagnostics, Trinity Biotech serves the life sciences industry and research facilities by supplying raw materials. The company's customer base comprises public health authorities, non-governmental organizations, and both clinical and reference laboratories. Its products are distributed through a dedicated direct sales force, complemented by a broad network of independent distributors and strategic partnerships.

Market cap$5.6M
Employees380
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