Laboratory, Jackson means: Clarence Cook Little (a geneticist) founded the Jackson Laboratory in 1929 as a center for cancer research. Dr. Little believed mouse models were the best way to understand the genetic basis for human disease, development and other disorders. The mouse is recognized by scientists today as one of most crucial models for diseases and disorders in humans.
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What else does Laboratory, Jackson mean?
Laboratory Jackson, USA: This is the premier place in the world for mammalian genetic research and mouse genetics. The laboratory is located in Bar Harbor, Maine on Mount Desert Island. This lab has been responsible for many types of medical research mice.
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In a recent Nature essay, it was noted that at least 17 Nobel Prizes were awarded, as well as two important scientific tools, monoclonal antibody and gene-targeted genetic strains. These scientific insights have provided profound scientific insight into the immune system and oncogenes. The National Cancer Institute has designated the Laboratory as one of 10 Basic Cancer Centers. This center is dedicated to understanding the genetic causes of cancer.
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