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Selected Balance Sheet Information (Details 1) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Intrexon prepaid research and development expenses	$ 2,412	$ 0
Other receivables	17	0
Prepaid expenses	80	16
Total	$ 2,509	$ 16

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