RUTHERFORD, N.J., Dec. 9, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cancer Genetics, Inc. (Nasdaq:CGIX) ("CGI" or "the Company"), an emerging leader in DNA-based cancer diagnostics, announced today that it has received preliminary approval for a $570,000 tax credit from the New Jersey Technology Business Tax Certificate Transfer Program for the year 2014. The company anticipates that it will be able to transfer this credit and receive approximately $530,000 in cash in mid-December.
The program, which is sponsored by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (EDA), provides up to $60 million each year to eligible New Jersey-based technology and biotechnology companies to support job creation and innovation.
"We want to thank NJEDA for recognizing us once again as a promising and innovative company," stated Panna Sharma, CEO of Cancer Genetics, Inc. "Receiving $530,000 in non-dilutive financing is a welcome boost to our healthy balance sheet. We are proud to be part of the NJ biotechnology community and appreciate the state's strong support of growth industries that are essential for job growth and innovation."
About Cancer Genetics
Cancer Genetics Inc. is an emerging leader in DNA-based cancer diagnostics, servicing some of the most prestigious medical institutions in the world. Our tests target cancers that are difficult to diagnose and predict treatment outcomes. These cancers include hematological, urogenital and HPV-associated cancers. We also offer a comprehensive range of non-proprietary oncology-focused tests and laboratory services that provide critical genomic information to healthcare professionals, as well as biopharma and biotech companies. Our state-of-the-art reference labs are focused entirely on maintaining clinical excellence and are both CLIA certified and CAP accredited and have licensure from several states including New York State. We have established strong research collaborations with major cancer centers such as Memorial Sloan-Kettering, The Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic and the National Cancer Institute.
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