Advertisement

If you have an ACS member number, please enter it here so we can link this account to your membership. (optional)

ACS values your privacy. By submitting your information, you are gaining access to C&EN and subscribing to our weekly newsletter. We use the information you provide to make your reading experience better, and we will never sell your data to third party members.

ENJOY UNLIMITED ACCES TO C&EN

Business

Roche Tries To Pack Illumina’s Board

by Ann M. Thayer
February 6, 2012 | A version of this story appeared in Volume 90, Issue 6

[+]Enlarge
Credit: BASF
A Brazilian farmer inspects soybeans.
A farmer in Brazil examines soybeans
Credit: BASF
A Brazilian farmer inspects soybeans.

Roche has taken further steps to gain control of Illumina after the gene-sequencing firm adopted a shareholder rights plan to thwart Roche’s $5.7 billion takeover bid. On Jan. 27, Roche launched a $44.50-per-share tender offer for Illumina. Last week, it announced plans to nominate directors for election at Illumina’s 2012 annual meeting in an attempt to gain control of the board. Roche still says it prefers to work with Illumina on a merger plan. In response, Illumina CEO Jay T. Flatley has said the board is reviewing Roche’s offer.

Article:

This article has been sent to the following recipient:

0 /1 FREE ARTICLES LEFT THIS MONTH Remaining
Chemistry matters. Join us to get the news you need.