What Makes Jackson Laboratory Unique?

 The Jackson Laboratory (JAX) is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research organization that leverages a unique combination of research, educatio,n and resources to achieve our mission: We DISCOVER precise genomic solutions for disease and EMPOWER the global biomedical community in its shared quest to improve human health.
 
Founded in 1929 to uncover the genetic basis of cancer, JAX pioneered the use of laboratory mice as models for human disease and provided the basis for many modern medical treatments. Today, our team combines mouse genetics, human genomics, cell-based studies, and computational modeling to define the underlying biology of a broad spectrum of diseases. Our diverse and multidisciplinary research programs include the National Cancer Institute-designated JAX Cancer Center, as well as coordinated research centers focused on addiction, aging, Alzheimer’s and dementias, genomics and computational biology, precision genetic,s and rare disease.