Epigenetics Drugs & Diagnostic Technologies Market Analysis 2020, & Forecast 2021-2026 (Includes Business Impact of COVID-19)

                                          
Abstract, Snapshot, Market Analysis & Market Definition: Global Epigenetics Drugs & Diagnostic Technologies Market


The global Epigenetics Drugs & Diagnostic Technologies market size is projected to reach US$ 26.43 billion by 2026, from US$ 8.99 billion in 2020, at a CAGR of 19.7% during 2021-2026. High prevalence of cancer and other chronic diseases along with rising geriatric population are some of the key factors expected to boost the market. Organizations, such as the International Human Epigenome Consortium (IHEC), the National Cancer Institute (NCI), and the National Institute of Health (NIH) promote funding and support to R&D and product development exercises pertaining to the field of epigenetics. This factor is anticipated to further fuel the expansion.

The NIH funds epigenetics research through Common Fund Epigenomics program, which actively provides support for research, worldwide. Rising need to understand epigenetic modifications at the molecular level and development of therapeutic solutions is anticipated to motivate these organizations to fund R&D programs. In addition, endeavors such as the Epidemiology and Genomics Research Program (EGRP) in the NCIs Division of Cancer grants research initiatives owing to novel epigenetic research that serves as a driving force for market growth.

According the estimations based on a 2011 - 2015 statistic report by the National Cancer Institute (NIH), the estimated number of cancer deaths in U.S. is around 163.5 per 100,000 men and women per year. Incidence rate, mortality and survival statistics, information on cancer symptoms, risk factors, early detection, and early treatment are among the key factors for high prevalence of the disease.

The International Cancer Genome Consortium (ICGC) is focusing on obtaining the genomic description, epigenomic changes, and transcriptomic changes in different types of tumors. The Encyclopedia of DNA Elements (ENCODE) project was launched by the U.S. national human genome research institute with an objective to identify all the human genome sequence functional elements.

The International Human Epigenome Consortium (IHEC), built by the NIH is also involved in the development of data generation and analysis, which can be made useful for epigenomic researchers. Majorly, epigenetics research is focused on the identification of treatment options for various types of tumors.

Market Segmentation, Outlook & Viewpoint: Global Epigenetics Drugs & Diagnostic Technologies Market

Product Market Segmentation & Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2014 - 2025)

Reagents

Kits

  
ChIP Sequencing Kit
  
Whole Genomic Amplification Kit
  
Bisulfite Conversion Kit
  
RNA Sequencing Kit
  
Others

Instruments

Enzymes

Services

Technology Market Segmentation & Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2014 - 2025)

  
DNA Methylation
  
Histone Methylation
  
Histone Acetylation
  
Large Non-coding RNA
  
MicroRNA Modification
  
Chromatin Structures

Type of Therapy Market Segmentation & Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2014 - 2025)

  
Histone Deacetylase (HDAC) Inhibitors
  
DNA Methyltransferase (DNMT) Inhibitors

Application Market Segmentation & Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2014 - 2025)

Oncology

  
Solid Tumors
  
Liquid Tumors

Non-oncology

  
Inflammatory Diseases
  
Metabolic Diseases
  
Infectious Diseases
  
Cardiovascular Diseases
  
Others

Key Players, Recent Developments & Regional Insights: Global Epigenetics Drugs & Diagnostic Technologies Market

Reagents dominated the product segment of the epigenetics drugs and diagnostic technologies market in 2017. Histone and DNA modifiers are the major types of reagents. Epigenetic reagents are segmented into antibodies, PCR reagents, histones, primers, electrophoresis reagents, nucleic acid analysis reagents, buffers, and others.

PyroMark Q24 is one of the advanced reagents featuring advanced pyrosequencing chemistry to provide even better real-time sequence-based detection and quantification than before. Existence of a number of technology platforms facilitates analysis at the gene, protein, or cellular levels, which leads to innovation in the market.

The kits product segment was observed to be the fastest growing segment over the forecast period. The ready-to-use kits are manufactured by many biotechnology companies for detection of epigenetic modifications. Kits available in the market range from kits for nucleic acid purification, analysis of DNA methylation status, and detection of histone modifications by various enzymes to kits for chromatin immunoprecipitation.

Epigenetic diagnostic kits are used for the diagnosis of disorders due to epigenetic modifications in early stages and during treatment to check the efficacy of therapeutics. They work on the basis of immunoprecipitation by involvement of modification-specific monoclonal antibodies.

Technology Insights

The technology segment can be categorized into DNA methylation, histone methylation, histone acetylation, large noncoding RNA, microRNA modification, and chromatin structures. DNA methylation was the largest segment in 2017. DNA methylation is the covalent addition of a methyl group in the cytosine ring, which leads to inhibition of transcription. Sensitive bisulphite modification followed by PCR is performed called as Methylation Sensitive PCR (MSP).

Real-time PCR for methylation detection, methyl light and quantitative analysis of methylated alleles are the variations of MSP. Currently, quantitative methods, such as allele-specific bisulphite sequencing, southern-based method, bisulphite pyrosequencing, and bisulphite PCR followed by MALDI-TOF MS are also useful for DNA methylation. Technological advancements are increasingly enabling the assessment of locus-specific DNA methylation on genome wide scale.

Histone Acetylation is expected to witness the fastest growth over the forecast period. Their enhanced efficacy due to introduction of novel mechanisms can be attributed to this growth. Histone acetylation is the enzymatic incorporation of an acetyl group to lysine residues.

Histone acetylation is involved in controlling cellular processes, such as gene silencing, chromatin transcription and dynamics, progression of cell cycle, differentiation, apoptosis, DNA replication, neuronal repression, nuclear import, and DNA repair. The enzymes involved in histone acetylation are Histone Acetyl Transferases (HATs) and the enzymes involved in deacetylation are Histone Deacetylases (HDACs).

Type of Therapy Insights

Based on type of epigenetic therapies, the market is segmented into Histone Deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitors and DNA Methyltransferase (DNMT) inhibitors. The DNMT inhibitors was the largest revenue generating segment in 2017 owing to the factors such as wide scale availability in most regions. Furthermore, a high number of generics are available in this therapy class, which is anticipated to bode well for segment growth.

The HDAC inhibitors is estimated to be the fastest growing segment over the forecast period, owing to the factors such as the presence of strong product pipeline and commercial availability of maximum number of products. In addition, from 2014 to 2015 three HDAC inhibitors were launched in the market, which is further likely to accelerate the growth of this therapy class over the forecast period.

Application Insights

Oncology was the largest revenue generating segment in 2017. Increasing prevalence of cancer and the number of deaths caused by cancer is expected to be a high rendering driver for this growth. Furthermore, this segment is projected to gain a major revenue share over the forecast period owing to the introduction of new products and the potential future commercialization of products currently in the pipeline.

Hypermethylation and epigenetic silencing are known as epimutations, occurring due to epigenetic changes. Epimutations have been known to be involved in the etiology of cancers. Extensive R&D for detecting epimutations, specifically related to silencing of tumor suppressor genes and activation of oncogenes, is anticipated to create growth avenues.

Non-oncology is estimated to be the fastest growing segment owing to rigorous R&D initiatives undertaken by private institutions and biopharmaceutical companies for identification of epigenetic markers related to these disorders.Epigenetic modifications have been proved to be the base of metabolic, neurodegenerative, and infectious diseases and many other non-oncology disorders. Extensive research is undertaken by private institutions and biopharmaceutical companies for detection of biomarkers for drug development.

Regional Insights

North America is the dominant region segment of this market. It held over 39.34% of market share in 2017. Presence of government funding programs for ongoing research activities, better healthcare facilities, and constantly growing geriatric population are some of the prominent driving factors. In addition, the Common Fund supported programs in U.S. are likely to boost the research activities for a broad range oncology and non-oncology diseases including metabolic, inflammatory, cardiovascular, and other diseases.

Asia Pacific is estimated to be the fastest growing region over the forecast period owing to the rising disposable income, high unmet clinical needs, rising awareness about early diagnosis, and availability of effective treatment in emerging countries, such as India and China.Asia Pacific is in limelight due to increasing cases of various types of cancers.

Growth in geriatric population is one of the leading causes for the increasing cases of oncology and chronic diseases. This is expected to further boost the regional market. The R&D initiatives related to analysis of epigenetic base in various diseases are on the rise in this region. EpiGen Research Consortium based in U.K. has extended its research facility in Singapore for research on chronic diseases such as diabetes and obesity.

Epigenetics Drugs and Diagnostic Technologies Market Share Insights

Key market players are Roche Diagnostics; Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc.; Eisai Co. Ltd.; Novartis AG; Illumina, Inc.; Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp; Qiagen; Abcam PLC; and Merck KGaA. The major players are focusing on collaborations, mergers and acquisitions, new product developments, and geographic expansion to increase their market share.
For instance, in March 2015, Illumina, Inc. collaborated with Merck Serono to develop a universal next-sequencing-based oncology diagnostic with an aim to further strengthen their position in the market. The collaboration will enable the companies to increase their market share and to gain prominent position in the market over the forecast period.

Key Insights Covered: Global Epigenetics Drugs & Diagnostic Technologies Market

1. North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, Latin America market size (sales, revenue and growth rate) of Epigenetics Drugs & Diagnostic Technologies industry.
2. Global major manufacturers operating situation (sales, revenue, growth rate and gross margin) of Epigenetics Drugs & Diagnostic Technologies industry.
3. Global major countries (United States, Canada, Germany, France, UK, Italy, Russia, Spain, China, Japan, Korea, India, Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, Middle East, Africa, Mexico, Brazil, C. America, Chile, Peru, Colombia) market size (sales, revenue and growth rate) of Epigenetics Drugs & Diagnostic Technologies industry.
4. SWOT analysis, New Project Investment Feasibility Analysis, Upstream raw materials and manufacturing equipment & Industry chain analysis of Epigenetics Drugs & Diagnostic Technologies industry.
5. Global market size (sales, revenue) forecast by regions and countries from 2019 to 2024 of Epigenetics Drugs & Diagnostic Technologies industry.

Research Methodology: Global Epigenetics Drugs & Diagnostic Technologies Market

  
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