deCODE genetics, Inc. · Reykjavik Iceland ·(NASDAQ (GM): DCGN)
Company Description
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This link will open in a new window deCODE genetics put Icelanders' genes into the world's medicine chest. The company created a database of Icelanders' gene samples, medical records, and genealogy records, some dating back to the ninth century. deCODE is using this data to develop drugs to prevent heart attacks and fight arterial thrombosis. It also develops and sells genetic tests to indicate the risk of an individual developing type 2 diabetes, heart attacks, and other ailments. deCODE also offers its genotyping services, including genome-wide scans, fine-mapping, and DNA sample preparation, to third parties, and sells its chemistry, biology, and clinical research services to pharma and biotech companies. To read the full description, subscribe now.
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Key deCODE genetics, Inc. Financials
| Company Type | Public - NASDAQ (GM): DCGN Single Location |
| Fiscal Year-End | December |
| 2008 Sales (mil.) | $58.1 |
| 2008 Employees | 331 |
deCODE genetics, Inc. Executives
14 executives listed for deCODE genetics, Inc.'s Reykjavik, location.
| Title | Name & Bio | Contact |
| Chairman, President, CEO, and Secretary | Kári Stefánsson | Network |
| COO | Axel Nielsen | Network |
| CFO and Treasurer | Lance Thibault | Network |
Competition
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