Quintara Biosciences Launches WPS-Express: Fast Plasmid Sequencing Service for Researchers
- Quintara Biosciences launched WPS-Express, offering ultra-fast plasmid sequencing across four U.S. locations.
- WPS-Express provides complete plasmid sequences without prior purification, enhancing efficiency for researchers.
- The service features an overnight turnaround and flat-rate pricing, emphasizing speed and reliability in genomic services.
Quintara Biosciences Launches Innovative Plasmid Sequencing Service
Quintara Biosciences is making significant strides in the genomics sector with the recent launch of its Whole Plasmid Sequencing – Express (WPS-Express) service. This new offering provides ultra-fast, flat-rate plasmid sequencing across the United States from four strategic locations: San Francisco, San Diego, Boston, and Houston. Leveraging Quintara's proprietary sample processing workflows alongside a high-efficiency long-read sequencing platform, WPS-Express enables researchers to obtain complete plasmid sequences directly from colonies, cultures, or glycerol stocks, effectively eliminating the need for prior plasmid purification. This innovation addresses a critical need in the fast-paced fields of molecular cloning, synthetic biology, and antibody discovery, where time and accuracy are paramount.
The service's impressive overnight turnaround time, combined with same-day local courier pickup, positions Quintara Biosciences as a leader in the field of genomic services. CEO Daniel Wang underscores the importance of speed, reliability, and cost-effectiveness in contemporary scientific research, with WPS-Express being offered at a flat rate of $4.99 regardless of the sample format, ensuring transparency in pricing. This commitment to enhancing research efficiency without compromising quality reflects Quintara's focus on meeting the evolving needs of the academic, biotech, and pharmaceutical sectors. As researchers increasingly demand rapid and dependable sequencing solutions, WPS-Express stands out as a game-changing option.
The strategic placement of Quintara’s labs in key U.S. cities further enhances service accessibility, making it easier for researchers to engage with the new offering. By streamlining the sequencing process, Quintara not only saves time but also allows scientists to focus on their core research activities. The launch of WPS-Express signals an important development in the logistics of genomic sequencing, catering to the demands of modern science and offering a competitive advantage in a rapidly evolving industry.
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