Sending messages via molecules
09 January, 2014Researchers from the University of Warwick in the UK and York University in Canada have created a molecular communications system which can be used for the transmission of messages and data in challenging environments.
Free visual browser of the epigenome
06 January, 2014Scientists at the Institute for Research in Biomedicine (IRB Barcelona) have developed a software application, chroGPS, which serves to facilitate the analysis and understanding of epigenetic data and to extract intelligible information.
Free beta version of iBinom genomic data interpreter
18 December, 2013With more clinicians and researchers coming to rely on genetic data in their quest to combat disease, Moscow start-up company iBinom has released the beta version of a cloud-based SaaS (software as a service) solution for NGS (next-generation-sequencing) data interpretation.
PAC IRIS Software for lab instrument data integration
09 December, 2013 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty LtdPAC has launched its instrument data integration software designed specifically for PAC laboratory instruments. IRIS Software provides users with the advantage of connecting their PAC laboratory instruments and managing these instruments from a single computer.
An online resource for tracking gene patents
09 December, 2013Researchers have stated that overworked patent offices are struggling to keep up with the rapid explosion in information and technology that genetic sequences represent, while the public at large is kept in the dark about gene patenting practices. It is hoped that a free online resource will bring some transparency to an otherwise opaque system.
Validyne HD310 Data Acquisition System
28 November, 2013 | Supplied by: Bestech Australia Pty LtdThe Validyne HD310 Data Acquisition System enables high-speed monitoring of multichannel nuclear power plant systems. The model's flexibility means the device can be modified or expanded to the changing requirements of the user's needs.
European Institute of Oncology implements Thermo Scientific LIMS for biobanks
04 November, 2013 | Supplied by: Thermo Fisher ScientificThe European Institute of Oncology (IEO), an Italy-based organisation committed to fighting cancer - particularly tumours of the breast, lung, prostate and bowel - has implemented a new laboratory information management system (LIMS) to more efficiently manage its biospecimen data.
Genomic research is the name of the game
25 October, 2013Computer scientists at McGill University have developed an online puzzle game, called Phylo, which also contributes to genetic research. The game has been played by 300,000 people over the past three years - now, its creators are making the players available to scientists around the globe.
GenoLogics Clarity Run Manager, Clarity Run Manager Plus and Clarity LIMS Silver for sequencing
24 October, 2013 | Supplied by: OnQ Software Pty LtdClarity Run Manager, Clarity Run Manager Plus and Clarity LIMS Silver are three cloud-based products from GenoLogics that provide next-generation sequencing, sample and workflow management.
Creating a more efficient lab management process for better customer services
17 October, 2013 | Supplied by: LTech Australia Pty LtdTownsville City Council was keen to implement a laboratory information management system to create a more efficient process and better customer services. Their aims were to improve data quality, reduce time of manual data entry from instrumentation, reduce data transcription errors and improve business efficiency. And they have been successful.
Qiagen launches Empowered Genome Community
16 October, 2013Qiagen has launched the Empowered Genome Community - an initiative to help people who have had their genomes sequenced share, explore and interpret their data with researchers and each other.
Media Cybernetics Image-Pro Premier image analysis software
02 October, 2013 | Supplied by: SciTech Pty LtdImage-Pro Premier image analysis software offers intuitive tools that make it easy to capture, process, enhance, measure, compare, analyse, automate and share images and data.
Catlin Global Reef Record launched
25 September, 2013The Catlin Global Reef Record is a free global database and standardised research tool relating to major coral reef ecosystems.
Bio Rad KnowItAll Informatics System 2013 spectroscopy software
02 September, 2013 | Supplied by: Bio-Rad Laboratories Pty LtdBio Rad Laboratories has announced the release of KnowItAll Informatics System 2013 spectroscopy software. The software offers comprehensive solutions for spectral analysis, identification, search, data management and reporting.
So you’re thinking of buying a LIMS
15 August, 2013A good laboratory information management system (LIMS) can make a huge improvement to a laboratory’s productivity.
