DNA Sequencing 2013: Market Developments and Growth Areas

Thursday 30 May 2013, Amsterdam

DNA sequencing is important in all areas of biological research and increasing demand for this technique is driving advances in this field, in the form of next-generation sequencing techniques. Today, laboratories use a number of different sequencing methods, however common goals include increasing throughputs and speeds, while reducing costs.  

Our Reports has carried out a global market study of the DNA sequencing field, involving the participation of 233 DNA sequencers and decision-makers in more than 50 countries. This study was carried out to investigate market developments, and to identify new insights and opportunities to developers and vendors in this field.

This market study investigated current and future techniques and applications, end-users’ plans for using DNA sequencing over the next three years, as well as preferred products, purchasing and new developments. Other market areas included new and emerging applications, end-users’ principal sequencing systems and their strengths and weaknesses, current and future budgets, budget breakdown, consumables, challenges, innovation, software and sample preparation.