Sources Sought: Cloud-Based Laboratory Network Software Platform
Solicitation #: 36C25623Q1458
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issues a sources sought notice “to identify potential sources which will aid in defining the procurement strategy (e.g., set-aside, sole source, unrestricted) for a solicitation the VA intends on issuing shortly for” a laboratory platform that addresses numerous requirements for the VA, including document control, compliance management, exam and case simulators, and 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."
Request for Proposal: On-Site Blood Testing for Detection of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis for the Harris County Sheriff’s Office
Solicitation #: 23/0195
Harris County, Texas is seeking proposals for on-site blood testing for detection of mycobacterium tuberculosis for the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. For more information, log in to the RFP site.
Due date: 24 July 2023, 10:00 a.m. EDT…
Request for Bids: Laboratory Analysis of Wastewater
Solicitation #: RFB-RC-2023-067
Rockland County, New York is seeking bids “for the furnishing of laboratory analysis of wastewaters, pharmaceutical & butanol wastewater samples for the Rockland County Sewer District # 1 (District) and the County of Rockland.” NOTE: Login required to view bid documents.…
Request for Proposals: Motor Fuels Laboratory Testing
Solicitation # : 24-BLC001
The Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) “is requesting proposals from laboratories to conduct testing and analysis of motor fuel samples. Motor fuel samples (samples) will be collected by TDLR and submitted to the Successful Respondent for testing and analysis in response to consumer complaints.…
Request for Expression of Interest: Engagement of a Consulting Firm for the Upgrade of Laboratory Information Management Systems at the Centre for Laboratory Services and Research of Food and Drugs Authority
Solicitation #: FDA/PSD/2023/A. 11/QCBS-0056
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) of Ghana seeks to “upgrade the LIMS for the FDA labs in order to meet both technical and operational requirements of the laboratories. The upgrade will include among other things, sample workflows and direct interfacing with key laboratory equipment.”…
Invitation for Bids: Analytical Services for Analysis of Wastewater, Biosolids, Storm-water, and Industrial
Solicitation #: RFB2023-032
“The City of Waco has issued this solicitation for sealed bids for the selection of an accredited firm(s) to provide analytical services for the analysis of wastewater, storm-water and biosolids from municipal wastewater treatment facilities. The selected firm shall perform compliance monitoring laboratory analysis services for the WMARRS WWTP, Bull Hide Creek WWTP, Industrial locations and Points of Entry (POES).”…
Invitation for Bids: Octane Testing Laboratory Services
Solicitation #: AG241023
“The State of Wisconsin (State), Department of Administration (DOA), through its Consolidated Agency Purchasing Services (CAPS), on behalf of the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), requests Bids for Octane Testing Laboratory Services and intends to use the results of this process to award a Contract.”…
Webinar: The Future of Diagnostics: Advancements, Challenges and Opportunities
“Advances in molecular and immunodiagnostics are enabling a personalized, high-precision approach to health in many clinical areas. But how will this continue to develop in the next five years?
In this webinar, our panel of industry experts will share insights on the molecular and immunodiagnostics market by looking at the external factors which will have the most influence in the next five years.…
Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update – Volume 21, Issue 29
July 20, 2023 Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update Volume 21, Issue 29 In This Issue Featured Books LIMS Selection Guide for ISO/IEC 17025 Laboratories Featured Content LIMS Data Migration: Bringing Order from ChaosFrom the moment your LIMS goes live, the data that drives your lab is in one convenient location. But what happens to the records from your old system? LabLynx data migration services turn your legacy data into an accessible resource. Part of the LabLynx services suite, our data migration processes streamline the transition to your new LIMS and optimize your lab’s efficiency. This value makes LabLynx data migration…FOIS 2023
A biennial conference on formal ontology and information systems…
LIMS Data Migration: Bringing Order from Chaos
From the moment your LIMS goes live, the data that drives your lab is in one convenient location. But what happens to the records from your old system? LabLynx data migration services turn your legacy data into an accessible resource. Part of the LabLynx services suite, our data migration processes streamline the transition to your new LIMS and optimize your lab’s efficiency. This value makes LabLynx data migration services a common choice by our clients. [Read More]
Navigating the Challenges in Biobanking Data Management
Biobanking is the process of collecting, storing, managing, and sharing biological samples along with associated data for use in research and clinical care. At first glance, biobanking could seem simple enough to handle with an Excel spreadsheet. However, managing and accurately tracking these samples and their data can be challenging. In this blog, we’ll explore how a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) specifically tailored for biobanking can help overcome these challenges, paving the way to success for your biobanking facility. [Read More]
L7|HUB – Unlocking the Power of L7|ESP™ Digital Scientific Content
L7|HUB, a cutting-edge app is designed to revolutionize scientific collaboration in the biotechnology sector. Gone are the days of cumbersome paper-based processes and inefficient communication channels. L7|HUB empowers scientists to collaborate and share Digital Scientific Content (DSC) effortlessly. With L7|HUB and DSC, scientists can digitalize their operations faster and more seamlessly, paving the way for groundbreaking discoveries and advancements. [Read More]
5 Key Factors of Data Migration From Paper or Excel to a LIMS
Moving from paper or Excel-based data to a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) is a significant step towards enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and productivity in laboratories. However, it’s essential to consider several key factors to succeed in the transition. In this blog post, we will explore the five key factors that contribute to a successful implementation when moving from paper or Excel to a LIMS. [Read More]
The ELN Selection Process Decoded: Choosing an Electronic Lab Notebook in 2023
An Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN) serves as a digital replacement for traditional paper laboratory notebooks, specifically designed to streamline the documentation of research, experiments, and procedures in scientific and engineering labs. In the ever-evolving landscape of laboratory management, the selection and implementation of an electronic lab notebook (ELN) solution in 2023 present exciting opportunities and potential challenges. This blog delves into the frequently asked questions you would need to go over before selecting the ELN solution that is right for your lab. [Read More]
Indoor Air Quality Impacted by Everyday Home Products
While the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates outdoor air quality by limiting pollutants from sources like chemical plants, utility companies, and manufacturers, the EPA does not regulate indoor air. Some of the most dangerous contaminants and health hazards may be currently polluting your own home due to certain household products you use every day, the materials used to build your home, and even the appliances you use to cook your family’s dinner. [Read More]
Field Notes: The Family Tree of Laboratory Data
The relationship between data is extremely important to understand and effectively turn this data into information to help with business decisions. Even though large amounts of data are being stored this doesn’t seem to be enough, it isn’t until people can see those data points and how they correlate to other data points that it becomes of value. [Read More]
Webinar: The Three Ps of a Major LabWare Upgrade Project
“Any number of disastrous things may happen in the course of your LabWare upgrade journey. But you can mitigate major issues by following three simple P’s. (Attend to find out what they are!) You have probably heard cautionary tales before, but the odds are that you heard from someone who hasn’t performed a major system overhaul—such as a LabWare 7 to 8 upgrade with a new domain and new infrastructure—since they started writing their first book back in 2003.…
Astrix Webinar – Optimizing Data Integration and Analytics with Thermo Scientific™ SampleManager™LIMS OData Service
Overview
Thermo Scientific™ SampleManager™LIMS OData service allows external applications or web publishing services to obtain data from your SampleManager LIMS© instance. The service uses its own dedicated Windows / Console service to safely deliver specific data to external applications. Users can specify queries in SampleManager LIMS© to make available in the OData service. Being more flexible than other REST-based web services, it provides a uniform way to describe the data and the data model for easy interoperability between data sources, applications, services, and clients. The SampleManager LIMS© OData Service is supported by applications such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau and many more.In this webcast, we will discuss:
- Introduction to OData – Self-service integration
- Data governance – How data can be restricted based on user access
- Practical ways of using OData for the Data Analytics Solution
