Which revolutionary scientific product was developed using a unique 'parallel track' development process where market testing occurred simultaneously with final clinical trials, cutting years off its launch timeline?

Product development in the scientific industry requires rigorous testing, regulatory approval, and specialized marketing strategies. Many groundbreaking scientific innovations fail to reach consumers due to challenges in translating laboratory success to marketable products. This trivia question explores a notable success story in scientific product development that revolutionized an entire field through innovative development approaches.

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The Human Genome Sequencer by Illumina (2014), which reduced DNA sequencing cost from millions to under $1,000
CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing kits by Synthego (2016), which democratized genetic engineering for research labs
The PCR diagnostic platform by Cepheid (2004), which enabled rapid point-of-care testing for infectious diseases
Moderna's mRNA delivery platform (2018), which established the foundation for their COVID-19 vaccine