CBMX Acacia Research Corporation

Acacia Research- CombiMatrix is a life sciences division of Acacia Research Corporation. Among the technologies being developed by the CombiMatrix group is a platform technology to rapidly produce customizable arrays, which are semiconductor-based tools for use in identifying and determining the roles of genes, gene mutations and proteins. Other technologies include molecular synthesis and screening methods for the discovery of potential new drugs. Acacia Research- CombiMatrix is engaged in four business areas. These include the development, manufacture and sale of research tools and services to life sciences researchers; the development of services and products in the field of molecular diagnostics; the development, manufacture and sale of biosensor systems and technology for national defense and homeland security, and the development of tools for applications in nanotechnology and materials science.