Cancer Genetics, Inc. to Receive $1.0 Million in N

RUTHERFORD, N.J., Feb. 22, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cancer Genetics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CGIX ) an emerging leader in enabling precision medicine for oncology through the use of molecular markers and information, announced today that it has received approval for a $1.0 million gross tax credit from the New Jersey Technology Business Tax Certificate Transfer (NOL) Program. After expenses and fees, the company has received over $950,000 in net cash as a result of the tax credit transfer during the first quarter of 2017.

“New Jersey continues to value innovation and has developed innovative programs that support and recognize growth companies,” stated Panna Sharma, CEO of Cancer Genetics, Inc. “The additional non-dilutive funding our company received will be used to further support our expansion, and continue the development of our company’s innovative precision medicine tests and technology, which promise to change the cancer care landscape.  Our shareholders will benefit due to the non-dilutive nature of this funding.”

This competitive program, developed by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) in 1999, provides funds each year to eligible New Jersey-based technology and biotechnology companies to support job creation and innovation. The NJEDA determines eligibility for the Program, the New Jersey Division of Taxation determines the value of the available tax benefits (NOLs and R&D Tax Credits), and the New Jersey Commission on Science and Technology evaluates the technology and its viability. The state of New Jersey was the originator of this Program and the first state to implement and fund it. NOLs enables eligible technology and biotechnology companies to sell New Jersey tax losses and/or research and development tax credits to raise cash to finance their growth and operations in a non-dilutive manner.

About Cancer Genetics:

Cancer Genetics, Inc. is an emerging leader in enabling precision medicine for oncology through the use of molecular markers and information. CGI is developing a global footprint with locations in the US, India and China. We have established strong clinical research collaborations with major cancer centers such as Memorial Sloan Kettering, The Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic, Keck School of Medicine at USC and the National Cancer Institute.

The Company offers a comprehensive range of laboratory services that provide critical genomic and biomarker information. Its state-of-the-art reference labs are CLIA-certified and CAP-accredited in the US and have licensure from several states including New York State.

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Forward-Looking Statements

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Contact: Panna Sharma CEO & President Cancer Genetics, Inc. Tel: 201-528-9200 Email: panna.sharma@cgix.com