Gene Knock-in


Accelerate your research with customized gene knockin mouse models that provide thorough insight into key genetic mechanisms.


  • Grant novel functions at genomic loci of interest 

  • Track gene expression 

  • Trace genetic lineage to define cell origin

  • Create humanized mouse model to facilitate I/O research


Knock-in models include:



It usually takes 6-9 months to generate a conditional gene knockin mouse model by CRISPR gene editing technology.

It usually takes 9-12 months to generate a conditional gene knockin mouse model by ES cell targeting technology.


Shanghai Model Organisms Center (SMOC) has more than 6000 research-ready GEM models. Check out our website to find out whether your model of interest is available for direct purchase. 

Alternatively, you may contact our technical support staff to design a customized, gene knock-out model that fits your need best. 




Conventional gene knock-in


Schematic of co-expression of exogenous genes:

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Schematic demonstration of replacing murine endogenous genes with exogenous DNA (i.e. knock-in and knockout simultaneously):

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Point mutation


Introduction of point mutations into the corresponding positions of murine orthologous gene. 

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Conditional point mutation


Tissue-specific point mutations can be achieved by inserting an expression cassette carrying the desired point mutation, which is flanked by the Cre-loxP element, into the corresponding positions of mouse orthologous gene. 


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 Conditional point mutations can also be achieved by inserting  two loxp sites and the exon with mutations.


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Humanization


The mouse endogenous gene was replaced with a human ortholog to generate a humanized genetically engineered mouse model. Humanized mouse models are widely used in disease modeling, immunology-oncology research and pre-clinical efficacy evaluation. 



Complete replacement:

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Incorporation of full-length human cDNA at the start codon of the mouse endogenous gene, followed by a poly(A) site. This guarantees an exclusive expression of the human gene. 

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