The Essen Approach

PHILOSOPHY: new techniques, new discoveries, new ideas

"Progress in science depends on new techniques, new discoveries and new ideas, probably in that order". (Sydney Brenner, Nobel Laureate, 2002). We couldn’t agree more. Essen’s track record of introducing impactful, ground breaking cell-based assay methodologies places our services division at the cutting edge – by deploying and evolving the methods we have pioneered, and integrating these with best-in-class technologies from other providers, we provide high quality solutions to challenging biological problems.

SPECIALTIES

In vitro assays for ion channel drug discovery, cardiac safety, and long term live-cell kinetic events including angiogenesis, cell migration, & cell proliferation.

CAPABILITIES

Automated and manual patch clamp, Fluorescence imaging (IncuCyte FLR, Flexstation), CellPlayer^TM live cell imaging, Gene expression and cell line construction

CUSTOM SOLUTIONS

We will create reagents, build assays and test small molecules or biologics on your behalf. Our focus is high quality translational science, provided in a flexible and customer-oriented way. Fee-for service, collaborative or risk-sharing as you wish, with fast turnaround and highly competitive cost-structures guaranteed.

WHY ESSEN?

A powerful combination of innovative engineering, assay technology, cell biology and drug discovery experience. An experienced, knowledgeable, trusted partner with cutting edge solutions to your drug discovery challenges.