Applied DNA Sciences, Inc., incorporated on December 17, 2008, is engaged in creating security solutions addressing the challenges of modern commerce. The Company is also engaged in the large-scale production of specific deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) sequences using the polymerase chain reaction (PCR). The Company's principal technology platform includes SigNature DNA, SigNature T DNA, fiberTyping, DNAnet, digitalDNA, SigNify and Beacon. The Company's SigNify IF portable DNA reader provides definitive real-time authentication of SigNature DNA in the field-DNA becomes a solution for supply chain integrity.
Signature DNA Markers
SigNature DNA is the Company's platform ingredient, at the core of all its security solutions. It provides forensic power and protection for a range of applications. SigNature DNA markers are an ingredient that can be used to fortify brand protection efforts; strengthen supply chain security, and mark, track and convict criminals. Custom DNA sequences can be embedded into a range of host carriers, including ink, varnish, thread, laminates and metal coatings. Each individual marker is recorded and stored in a database so that it can later detect it using a spot test, or the marks can be forensically analyzed to obtain definitive proof of the presence or absence of a specific type of SigNature DNA marker (such as one designed to mark a particular product). Its in-lab forensic testing for authenticity results in an expert witness Certificate of DNA Authentication (CODA). SigNature DNA can fold into production and logistics workflows.
SigNature T DNA and fiberTyping
SigNature T DNA is a tagging and authentication system specifically designed for textiles and apparel. Specially engineered to adhere to any kind of textile substrate, including natural and synthetic fibers, SigNature T DNA markers are resistant to standard textile production conditions, and cannot be copied. Signature T DNA markers are used for brand protection efforts and raw material, source compliance programs. Its genotyping platform, known as fiberTyping, complements tagging with SigNature T plant-based DNA. fiberTyping is employed to identify the genus and species of the fibers before or after they are tagged with SigNature T DNA.
DNAnet
DNAnet is a DNA marker that can be used to definitively link evidence and offenders to specific crime scenes and help return stolen or lost property to its rightful owner. As the crime is investigated, the fluorescing DNA marker can assist police in linking the offender and stolen items to a specific crime scene, creating an ability to identify and convict.
Beacon
Beacon is a locked optical markers that deliver real-time inspection capabilities. An encrypted mechanism creates a protected, covert screening tool that can be adapted to packaging, security labels and high-value assets through inks, varnishes and coatings. When Beacon locked optical markers are combined with SigNature DNA markers, an end-to-end security solution is created where authenticity and provenance can be determined.
Information Technology Systems
digitalDNA is a software platform that enables customers to manage the security of company-marked goods from point of marking to point of authentication or validation to end of life. The base platform is configurable to customer requirements, which differ by vertical market, company business process and information technology (IT) environment. Basic functions offered include DNA inventory management, program training and communications, a database of marked items information, associated documents and images, chain of custody and location tracking, sample authentication processing and Certificate of DNA Authentication (CODA) downloads, and other administrative functions. Architected for either cloud or local operation, the system supports mobile data capture using bar codes or other technologies. The system is architected as the controller and repository for other validation and authentication devices, such as its SigNify DNA Readers, Multi-Mode Reader (prototype), DNA Transfer Systems, and other third-party devices and is designed to share data with third-party applications through standard interfaces. Its DNA Transfer Systems are developed for DNA marking applications, which are high volume with a need for monitoring and control. DNA Transfer Systems are computer-based, fully automated, offer remote Internet access for real-time monitoring and can be configured for application-specific alerts and reporting online.
Large-scale production of specific DNA sequences using PCR
The Company's Triathlon PCR systems allow for the large-scale production of specific DNA sequences. The systems are self-contained and modular, can work together in mass production or can be used individually throughout the world, offering the advantage of delivering DNA locally and securely. These DNA sequences are being used by customers as a diagnostic and reagent and allow the Company to cross-sell its DNA-based supply chain security solutions.
The Company competes with 3DTL Inc., Alp Vision Sa, Authentix Inc., Brandwatch Technologies, Chromologic LLC, Collectors Universe Inc., Collotype Labels International, Data Dot Technology, De La Rue Plc., Digimarc Corp., DNA Technologies, Inc., DuPont Authentication Systems, FractureCode Corporation, Haelixa, ICA Bremen GmbH, ID Global Solutions Corporation, IEHCorporationInformium AG, Eastman Kodak Company, L-1 Identity Solutions Inc., opSec Security Group plc., MicroTagTemed Ltd., Nanotech Security Corp., Nokomis, Inc., ProoftagSAS, SafeTraces Inc., Selectamark Security Systems plc, Spectra Systems Corp., SmartWater Technology, Inc., Sun Chemical Corp, TraceTag International, TruTag Technologies Inc. and YottaMark Inc.
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The company trades on NASDAQ exchange. The company headquarter is located in New York, NY. The company was established in the 1983.| Ticker | APDN |
| Long Name | Applied DNA Sciences Inc |
| Short Name | Applied DNA Sciences |