LIMS in Germany

In recent years, Germany emerged as the leader in the European LIMS market. The rising demand for lab automation in Germany has led to the adoption of LIMS. The push towards industry 4.0 has created the demand for modern technologically advanced solutions such as QLIMS.  OnQ Software with over 30 years of experience in the field, offers a powerful solution for diverse industries. [Read More]

FAIR Health Informatics: A health informatics framework for verifiable and explainable data analysis

In this 2023 article published in the journal Healthcare, Siddiqi et al. propose a "health informatics framework that supports data acquisition from various sources in real-time, correlates these data from various sources among each other and to the domain-specific terminologies, and supports querying and analyses." After providing background information about the need for such a framework, as well as discussing the state of the art, the authors describe their methodology in detail, followed by a experimental use case demonstrating the framework's use. The authors conclude that the "framework is extendable, encapsulates the abilities to include other domains, provides support for semantic querying at the governance level (i.e., at the data assets and type assets level), and is designed towards a data and computation economic model," while at the same time supporting "evidence-based decision tracking ... which follows the FAIR principles."

Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update – Volume 21, Issue 30

July 27, 2023 Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update Volume 21, Issue 30   In This Issue  Featured Books Justifying LIMS Acquisition and Deployment within Your Organization  Featured Content LIMS Is Not a Just Another Four-letter WordImportant actors that affect the adoption and utilization of laboratory systems… There was a time when the idea of purchasing a LIMS would be met with skepticism. Early LIMS suffered from several problems, not the least of which was defining what a LIMS actually is? In 2023, LIMS constitutes a set of product capabilities that meets the expectations that were set in its early incarnations. [Read…

LIMS Is Not a Just Another Four-letter Word

Important actors that affect the adoption and utilization of laboratory systems… There was a time when the idea of purchasing a LIMS would be met with skepticism. Early LIMS suffered from several problems, not the least of which was defining what a LIMS actually is? In 2023, LIMS constitutes a set of product capabilities that meets the expectations that were set in its early incarnations. [Read More]

Is Automating Sample Management the Key to Success in the Cannabis Testing Industry?

Automating sample management is pivotal for success in cannabis testing. Overcoming common challenges like throughput, efficiency, and scalability is crucial for future-proofing labs. Embracing software like SLIMS streamlines operations, maximizes efficiency, and ensures long-term profitability. [Read More]

Trends and Future Developments in Cloud LIMS: Evolution of Laboratory Data Management

A Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) is software designed to efficiently manage samples and associated data in laboratories. It enables workflow automation, integration with instruments, and centralised access to quality control data. By tracking and managing samples, LIMS improves efficiency and accuracy in producing reliable results. Key tasks supported by LIMS include workflow automation, centralized quality control data storage, compliance support, reagent and lot tracking... [Read More]

When is the Best Time to Move to a LIMS

Transitioning to a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) is a significant decision for laboratories seeking enhanced efficiency and data management. But when is the best time for moving to LIMS?  Determining the right time to make this transition is crucial for a successful implementation. In this blog post, we are shedding light on a crucial topic, the best time of moving to a LIMS for laboratories. [Read More]

Streamlining Sample Management in Biotechnology: Introducing the Biorepository App

In the fast-paced world of biotechnology, efficient sample management is crucial for laboratories to operate at their full potential. However, the process of registering, receiving, and processing samples can often be challenging due to scattered information, mismatches, and the risk of losing valuable samples. These inefficiencies lead to delayed results and operational setbacks, as well as impacting profitability. To address these challenges head-on, we proudly introduce the Biorepository app, a game-changer in the field of sample management. [Read More]

Streamlining Success: A Testing Consolidation Journey with DuPont

Do you ever find your R&D labs caught in a stagnant time warp, slowing your progress? Are you tirelessly juggling an array of testing processes, expending valuable resources, and enduring the burdensome weight of inefficient workflows? If so, it might be time to embark on a transformative path towards consolidating your testing. In a fireside chat in May, our Chief Product Officer sat down with DuPont’s Information and Data Science Technical Manager, to discuss the organization’s testing consolidation journey with STARLIMS [Read More]

New Biofuels Research: Turning the Unwanted into Energy

As discussed in a previous LabLynx blog article, demand for food production may need to increase by as much as 70 percent to feed the world’s estimated 9.7 billion people by 2050. While feeding the world is an obvious priority, many also believe there is an equally important need to reduce the world’s carbon footprint and combat climate change, and they see biofuels as an answer. [Read More] 

SciNote – Speed Electronic Regulatory Submission and Review through Digitalization of Lab Processes

Selecting the right Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN) to meet the complex needs of your scientific laboratory can be a challenging task. There is a clear and present need to move from paper-based to paperless but that is just the beginning. Its important to understand the goals for this transformation – the greater vision that will define future success for the business. [Read More]

Guideline for software life cycle in health informatics

In this 2022 journal article published in iScience, Hauschild et al. present a set of guidelines for practicing the academic software life cycle (SLC) within medical labs and research institutes, where commercial industry SLC standards are less applicable. As part of their guidelines, the authors "propose a subset of elements that we are convinced will provide a significant benefit to research settings while keeping the development effort within a feasible range." After a solid introduction, the authors get into the details of their guidelines, addressing all the various stages within the SLC and how they are best applied in the medical academic settings. They close with a brief discussion, concluding that their guideline "lowers the barriers to a potential technology transfer toward the medical industry," while providing "a comprehensive checklist for a successful SLC."