Previously dba Datalink Systems, Inc, Applied DNA Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ:APDN) provides biotechnology-based security solutions for supply chain security, brand protection, and law enforcement applications in the US, Europe, Asia, and internationally. The company's supply chain security and product authentication solutions include SigNature molecular tags that are ingredients used to fortify brand protection efforts and strengthen supply chain security, as well as mark, track, and convict criminals; SigNature T molecular tags, which are tagging and authentication systems for use in brand protection efforts and raw material source compliance programs; and fiberTyping, a test of native cotton fiber DNA. It also provides DNAnet, a DNA marker to link evidence and offenders to specific crime scenes; Beacon locked optical markers, which create a protected covert screening tool that can be adapted to packaging, security labels, and high??value assets through inks, varnishes, and coatings; and SigNify IF portable DNA reader that provides real-time authentication of in the field??DNA. In addition, the company offers digitalDNA, a software platform to manage the security of company-marked goods from point of marking to point of authentication or validation to end of life; and DNA Transfer Systems, which offer remote Internet access for real-time monitoring. Further, it provides CertainT Supply Chain Platform that provides proof of product claims for materials, items, or products; and Triathlon PCR systems that allow for the large-scale production of specific DNA sequences. Applied DNA Sciences, Inc. has a cooperative research and development agreement with the U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command's Edgewood Chemical Biological Center; and a collaboration agreement with Colorcon, Inc. In Sept 2015 Applied DNA achired WV SBIR awardee Vandalia Systems in an all cash deal.
