Code Ocean Announces Major Release of its Computational Lab
Code Ocean Computational Lab Release 2.0 adds Visual Pipeline Editor, Remote Access API, Visual Studio Code, alongside workflow improvements and performance enhancements2022 Life Sciences Salary Guide
If you are in the life science industry, you know that salaries have been growing rapidly. To meet growth targets and compete for talent, it’s essential to understand the expectations of current and prospective employees when it comes to salary. That’s why we’ve created the 2022 Life Sciences Salary Guide. This guide is your go-to resource for up-to-date salaries in the life science industry. [Read More]
Fueling clinical and translational research in Appalachia: Informatics platform approach
In this 2020 paper published in JMIR Medical Informatics, Cecchetti et al. of the Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine at Marshall University present their health informatics platform, the Appalachian Informatics Platform (AIP). Designed to support "research efforts by enabling curation and analysis of data using the different components," the platform is described in detail following the presentation of necessary background information on the unique informatics and healthcare challenges of the Appalachia region. After describing their methodology and results, the authors discuss the perceived utility of AIP and conclude that AIP is indeed useful in "enabling seamless and secure data access, model development through an analytics engine to explore novel and unexpected hypotheses, and simple yet effective communication of all findings via interactive visualization."
Simultaneous quantification of 17 cannabinoids in cannabis inflorescence by liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry
In this 2022 paper published in Separations, Hewavitharana et al. examine a more simplified means of quantifying cannabinoids using liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry (LC-MS) with a low flow rate rather than a more expensive ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography (UHPLC) system. After descrribing their materials and methods used, the authors discuss the optimization of their extraction method, as well as the optimization of chromatographic separation and mass spectrometry, and how the processes were validated. They conclude that "the main advantage of using this approach is that the method can be easily adapted to use with a simple HPLC-MS (single quadrupole) system," and that "the method is well suited for routine phytocannabinoid analysis across a range of applications in a variety of laboratory settings."
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At insitro, we are shaping the future of drug discovery by combining human biology and machine learning to discover new therapeutics. At the heart of our strategy is the true partnership between various disciplines and expertises to produce large and high quality data sets that will drive machine learning and yield key biological insights.…
Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update – Volume 20, Issue 24
June 15, 2022 Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update Volume 20, Issue 24 In This Issue Featured Content 06/14/2022 - The Ideal LIMS for Clinical Diagnostics Finding and implementing the ideal LIMS is not as straight forward as other software purchases. It requires in-depth research, planning, communication and knowledge. Given how much information the lab has to arm itself with to make the best decision on the ideal LIMS, this process can leave many labs frustrated before even getting started. We want to help alleviate some of the frustration. The Ideal LIMS for Clinical Diagnostics: A Practical Buyer’s Guide eBook helps…Using knowledge graph structures for semantic interoperability in electronic health records data exchanges
In this 2022 paper published in the journal Information, Sachdeva and Bhalla of the National Institute of Technology Delhi examine electronic health records (EHRs) and their requirement for interoperability from a semantic and archetype point of view. After providing an overview of EHRs and their standards for semantic interoperability, the authors discuss how to better achieve more secure and more accurate data interoperability through the use of semantic-based archetypes. They then discuss knowledge representation and the five most common approaches to it, addressing specifically ADL, XML, OWL, and other formalisms. They then evaluated some of the best approaches and discussed their strengths and drawbacks. After brief discussion, the authors conclude that while semantic interoperability is essential to "evidence-based healthcare across heterogeneous EHR systems," areas of study are still lacking in regards to "direct support for mapping to formal ontologies." They suggest that ADL and OWL have their own strengths, compared to XML that has more weaknesses despite being a more global standard.
Astrix Launches Dedicated Pharmacovigilance Practice
Astrix, the market leader in professional and staffing services for life science and other science-based organizations, recently enhanced their service offerings to include Pharmacovigilance. With this area Astrix will now provide strategic consulting services that enable the success of end-to-end Pharmacovigilance (“PV”) planning, design, and implementation as part of our comprehensive suite of services. Astrix can now assist clients across their PV landscape t in solving their strategic challenges and throughout their requirement, design, implementation, testing and go-live phases of SDLC. [Read More]
5 Ways to Improve Laboratory Productivity with LabWare LIMS
One of the major advantages to implementing a LabWare LIMS™ is the increase in lab productivity and scientist effectiveness it can yield. In this paper, you will be introduced to 5 ways that LabWare LIMS can improve productivity in a laboratory environment. Although we only mention 5, there are many, many ways in which a LabWare LIMS can improve productivity, but let’s start with these... [Read More]
5 Benefits of partnering with a staffing agency: A Guide for the Life Science Industry
The staffing agency model has become an increasingly popular way for companies to gain a competitive edge in the life science labor market. By partnering with a staffing agency that specializes in the scientific industry, companies can access a larger and more qualified talent pool, allowing them to fill critical positions quickly and easily. This article will identify five key benefits of using scientific staffing agencies to make the most informed decision about your workforce management strategy. [Read More]
How Long Does a LIMS Implementation Take?
After asking how much does a LIMS cost, the next most pressing question that potential clients have is, how long will a LIMS implementation take? The short answer is that a laboratory information management system (LIMS) implementation can take anywhere from a couple of months to a year or more. The long answer, considering your individual situation, is in this blog post.
There are approaches that any lab or organization can take to help a LIMS implementation be successful and stick to a defined schedule. [Read More]
Harmful Algae Blooms are Rising: Could a Water Testing LIMS Help Your Lab Cope?
“Life finds a way.” Okay, maybe Ian Malcolm didn’t have algae in mind when he uttered those infamous words. But with harmful algal blooms increasing worldwide every year, the microscopic organisms are making as dramatic an impact as a tyrannosaurus rex (or indo-raptor, for that matter). Humans are directly in the crosshairs of these toxic blooms. And that means stepping up the game in your lab. If your water testing LIMS isn’t prepped for the coming onslaught, it might be time for an upgrade. [Read More]
Cell Therapy Manufacturing and the Unique Requirements for a LIMS, QMS, and MES Solution
The manufacturing and delivery of cell therapies share similar attributes of processing which distinguishes them from pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical products. They require end-to-end visibility that ensures chain of custody, identity, and condition.
This impacts various aspects of the process including the quality management, LIMS and MES solutions leveraged in these organizations. In this blog we discuss the unique requirements. [Read More]
The Role of ADME & Toxicology Studies in Drug Discovery & Development
What do ADMET studies provide to drug developers? A critical piece in drug discovery and development is conducting DMPK (Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics) studies, often referred to as ADMET (Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Elimination, Toxicity) studies. These studies help to determine the viability of a drug candidate by answering these key questions...[Read More]
Have You Ever Considered Your Lab as a Logistics Supply Chain?
Sometimes, when you’re trying to come up with a better way to solve a challenge, it can help to step back and consider the situation from a new vantage point. We did this when we were building our new product — Labbit — an intelligent laboratory information management system (LIMS) designed with lab operations as the focus. [Read More]
Updated Software Solutions Offer Increased Productivity and Data Confidence
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. releases new software to scientists in biopharmaceutical, proteomics, and small molecule settings to enable more comprehensive analysis of their data. The latest software updates bring new features that enable researchers to extract more information from their new and existing data, streamline data interpretation, and standardize reporting with increased ease of use. [Read More]
Agilent Announces New Oligonucleotide Analysis Software for Biopharma Research
Agilent Technologies Inc. announced the release of its MassHunter BioConfirm 12.0 software, which now supports data generated by Agilent high-resolution LC/MS for oligonucleotide purity analysis and sequence confirmation.
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Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update – Volume 20, Issue 23
June 8, 2022 Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update Volume 20, Issue 23 In This Issue Featured Books The Comprehensive Guide to Physician Office Laboratory Setup and Operation: Second Edition Featured Content 06/08/2022 - Harmful Algae Blooms are Rising: Could a Water Testing LIMS Help Your Lab Cope? “Life finds a way.” Okay, maybe Ian Malcolm didn’t have algae in mind when he uttered those infamous words. But with harmful algal blooms increasing worldwide every year, the microscopic organisms are making as dramatic an impact as a tyrannosaurus rex (or indo-raptor, for that matter). Humans are directly in the crosshairs of…LIMS Business Analyst
Takeda Pharmaceuticals is looking to hire a LIMS business analyst.
Experience with LabWare LIMS is a must – However, a very qualified candidate can expect to be provided plenty of training an development, including funding to complete certification training with LabWare.
The position would support the local site in Brooklyn Park, MN. …
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At The Coca-Cola Company, we're looking for individuals who understand the fundamentals and principles of technology and want to solve business problems on a global scale. As the Business Analyst you’ll be responsible for evaluating technology products available in the marketplace, analyzing compatibility, expandability and ease of use. …
