SpeeDx Launch Solution for SARS-CoV-2 Variant Analysis
26.7.2021 19:40:00 EEST | Business Wire | Press release
SpeeDx Pty. Ltd., a developer of innovative molecular diagnostic solutions, have launched a new product line of research reagents to support reflex variant analysis for circulating SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern (VOC). The rapid development of Plex Prime® SARS-CoV-2 Genotyping* tests will support investigations and monitoring of the range of emerging and circulating SARS-CoV-2 VOC that have been linked to increased transmissibility, reduced vaccine efficacy, or other characteristics that may require specific public health actions.1
This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210726005313/en/
SpeeDx unique technology excels in mutation detection applications and can readily be applied to variants reported in the SARS-CoV-2 sequence databases. Compatible with standard qPCR instrumentation, the PlexPrime® SARS-CoV-2 Genotyping research reagents can reduce the manual process of preparing positive samples for sequence analysis by identifying samples of interest, focusing downstream activities, and ultimately reducing turn-around and hands-on time for laboratories. (Photo: Business Wire)
“Utilising our unique universal substrate approach, our rapid-response development team can easily respond to the complex and evolving situations arising from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic” said Elisa Mokany, SpeeDx Chief Technology Officer. “Our unique technology excels in mutation detection applications and can readily be applied to variants reported in the SARS-CoV-2 sequence databases.”
Plex Prime® SARS-CoV-2 Alpha/Beta/Gamma+* the first product in the portfolio, is a single well multiplex designed to detect mutations N501Y, S982A and E484K in the spike gene of SARS-CoV-2 found in B.1.1.7 (Alpha), B.1.351 (Beta), and P.1 (Gamma) VOC. A second multiplex for mutations related to the Delta VOC will be released shortly, and other mutations are currently under assessment. Compatible with standard qPCR instrumentation, the tests can reduce the manual process of preparing positive samples for sequence analysis by identifying samples of interest, focusing downstream activities, and ultimately reducing turn-around and hands-on time for laboratories.
About SpeeDx
Founded in 2009, SpeeDx is an Australian-based private company with subsidiary offices in Austin and London, and distributors across Europe. SpeeDx specializes in molecular diagnostic solutions that go beyond simple detection to offer comprehensive information for improved patient management. Innovative real-time polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) technology has driven market-leading multiplex detection and priming strategies. Product portfolios focus on multiplex diagnostics for sexually transmitted infection (STI), antibiotic resistance markers, and respiratory disease. For more information on SpeeDx please see: https://plexpcr.com
*available as Research Use Only reagents not for use in diagnostic procedures
References
- SARS-CoV-2 Variant Classifications and Definitions. National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD), Division of Viral Diseases. Found at: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/variants/variant-info.html
To view this piece of content from cts.businesswire.com, please give your consent at the top of this page.
View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210726005313/en/
Contact information
Madeline O’Donoghue - SpeeDx Global Marketing Director
madelineo@speedx.com.au
+61 406 582 808
About Business Wire
For more than 50 years, Business Wire has been the global leader in press release distribution and regulatory disclosure.
Subscribe to releases from Business Wire
Subscribe to all the latest releases from Business Wire by registering your e-mail address below. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Latest releases from Business Wire
Money20/20 Europe Announces Powerhouse Speaker Lineup Featuring Leaders from Klarna, BBVA, ABN AMRO, Mastercard, eToro, and Revolut19.5.2026 11:10:00 EEST | Press release
Money20/20, the world’s leading fintech show and the place where money does business, today announced a stellar line-up of speakers for Money20/20 Europe happening on June 2-4 at the RAI in Amsterdam. The show will feature 450+ speakers across six stages, exploring the forces redefining global finance through AI innovation, digital assets, and regulatory transformation. Newly confirmed speakers include some of the most influential voices shaping the future of payments, banking, and financial services: Sebastian Siemiatkowski, Co-Founder and CEO, Klarna. A pioneer in the buy now, pay later revolution, Siemiatkowski has transformed consumer payments and continues to drive innovation in embedded finance and AI-powered shopping experiences. Onur Genç, CEO, BBVA. Leading one of Europe's most digitally advanced banks, Genç is at the forefront of banking transformation, leveraging data, technology, and customer-centric strategies to redefine financial services. Marguerite Bérard, Chief Execut
Mythic Acquires Videantis, One of Europe’s Leading Digital Processor IP Companies, to Build the World’s Most Energy-Efficient AI Compute Platform19.5.2026 11:00:00 EEST | Press release
Mythic, a pioneer in analog compute-in-memory and architect of the industry’s most energy-efficient AI acceleration technology, today announced it has acquired Videantis GmbH, one of Europe’s leading digital processor IP companies. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260519255958/en/ The transaction unites Mythic’s breakthrough analog compute platform with Videantis’ highly differentiated, unified digital processor architecture and production-proven software stack — accelerating Mythic’s delivery of a new class of hybrid AI compute platform with a 100x energy efficiency advantage over conventional GPU-based systems. This deal builds on Mythic’s recently announced agreement with Honda to co-develop next-generation AI chips for future vehicles — a validation of Mythic’s game-changing architecture in one of the world’s most demanding production environments. Together, the Honda collaboration and the Videantis acquisi
Splio Enters a New Phase of Its Regional Development in Southern Europe19.5.2026 10:00:00 EEST | Press release
A few months after launching its AI-first CRM, Splio is entering a new phase of its development in Southern Europe. Already established for more than 12 years in Spain, Portugal and Italy, the company has chosen to invest further in the region, convinced that it combines economic potential with rapidly evolving digital usage. Antoine Parizot, Splio’s co-CEO, is relocating to Barcelona, where the company’s historic office is based. At the same time, Donald Pontabry, COO and based in Spain for more than eight years, is taking responsibility for Southern Europe in addition to his current role. This development is supported by a regional team of around thirty people, spanning partnerships, business development, customer success and support. The team already works with around one hundred local clients, including Bodeboca, QVC, GoodNews, Gocco, Equivalenza, Lola Casademunt, Casa Viva, Piazza Italia, Conforama and Gaudi. “We see Southern Europe as much more than a region where we have a long-
KfW, Germany’s largest national promotional bank, future-proofs regulatory reporting, by migrating to Regnology Reporting Hub (RRH)19.5.2026 09:33:00 EEST | Press release
Regnology, a leading provider at the intersection of regulatory, risk, and supervisory technology, today announced that KfW Bankengruppe (KfW) is advancing its long-term partnership with the company by electing to migrate to the next-generation Regulatory Reporting Hub (RRH). The solution will be delivered as a cloud-native service on Rcloud, Regnology’s high-performance cloud architecture layer. This strategic move to the modern RRH platform future-proofs the mission-critical reporting functions for one of the world's leading promotional banks. Headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, KfW is a public‑law institution dedicated to supporting sustainable economic, social and ecological development in Germany, across Europe and globally. Regnology’s foresight led to the 2023 launch of Rcloud, its state-of-the-art architecture layer built on Google Cloud, enabling next‑generation solutions like RRH to operate with the full power of cloud-native design delivering the clear operational and strate
ATB Therapeutics Appoints Mark Throsby as CEO to Lead Next Phase of Growth19.5.2026 09:00:00 EEST | Press release
ATB Therapeutics (“ATB” or the “Company”), a biopharmaceutical company advancing next-generation antibody-based therapies for oncology and immunology, today announced the appointment of Mark Throsby, PhD, as Chief Executive Officer. The leadership transition marks an important milestone as the Company continues its evolution from a startup into a development-stage biopharmaceutical company. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260513198633/en/ ATB Therapeutics Appoints Mark Throsby as CEO to Lead Next Phase of Growth Mark Throsby has served as Executive Chairman and Chief Scientific Officer since 2024, during which time he supported the Company’s growth, including the successful closing of its Series A financing, the expansion of the scientific team, and the advancement of its therapeutic programs. In his new role, he will lead ATB’s strategy and senior leadership team as the Company prepares to enter clinical deve
In our pressroom you can read all our latest releases, find our press contacts, images, documents and other relevant information about us.
Visit our pressroom