The NOMAD Artificial Intelligence Toolkit: Turning materials science data into knowledge and understanding
"Artificial intelligence" (AI) may seem like a buzzword akin to the "nanotechnology" craze of the 2000s, but it is inevitably finding its way into scientific applications, including in the materials sciences. In this December 2022 article published in npj Computational Materials, Sbailò et al. present their AI-driven Novel Materials Discovery (NOMAD) toolkit as an extension of their NOMAD Repository & Archive, focused on making materials science data FAIR (findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable), as well as AI-ready. After introducing the details of their workspace and goals towards adding notebook-based tools to the NOMAD Repository & Archive, the authors dive into the details of NOMAD AI Toolkit. They close by noting their toolkit "offers a selection of notebooks demonstrating such [AI-based] workflows, so that users can understand step by step what was done in publications and readily modify and adapt the workflows to their own needs." They add that the system "will allow for enhanced reproducibility of data-driven materials science papers and dampen the learning curve for newcomers to the field."
Request for Proposals: Environmental Testing and Consulting Services
Solicitation #: 24-0040
“This Request for Proposals (RFP) is issued by the Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) for the purpose of identifying firms qualified to perform Environmental Consulting Services. Firms responding to this RFP must be qualified and maintain required and appropriate licenses, certifications and accreditation in Environmental Consulting & Testing.…
Invitation for Bids: Environmental Diagnostic Testing & Monitoring Services
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The Town of Andover, Massachusetts is seeking bids for environmental diagnostic testing and monitoring services. For more details, an account is required to download the document.
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Request for Proposals: Clinical Laboratory Testing Services
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“The Suffolk County Office of Central Procurement, on behalf of the Suffolk County Department of Health Services, invites Proposals from qualified firms to perform Laboratory Testing Services. Proposers must be a qualified, clinical testing laboratory with the capacity to handle a large and diverse range of testing procedures per year.…
Invitation for Bids: Provide Laboratory Services: Surface Water Testing for the Cape May County Municipal Utilities Authority Wastewater Management Program
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Cape May County Municipal Utilities Authority in New Jersey is seeking bids for surface water testing as part of its wastewater management program. Registration is required to download the bid document.
Due date: 16 November 2023, 2:00 p.m.…
Webinar: Unleashing the Power of AI in Biotech: 5 Actionable Insights from Ganymede, Snthesis, and SciNote
“The digital transformation of the field of biotech R&D is accelerating, driven by the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). These technologies are reshaping the way biotech companies approach, analyze, and interpret vast amounts of data, paving the way for more informed decision-making and innovative breakthroughs.…
Webinar: Impact of AI Case Study: Rapid Reformulation of Paint Formulations to Meet Sustainability Targets
“To meet the ever-shifting market, customer, supply constraints, and sustainability requirements, leaders in the coatings industry have adopted AI to accelerate formulation development and re-formulation efficiency. This webinar will provide an overview of how to leverage AI in our industry and then zoom into a particular use case as an illustrative example.…
Paperless Lab Academy® 2023 USA
MASTER YOUR eDATA LIFE CYCLE: The Paperless Lab Academy® is thrilled to finally land in the United States after so many requests from sponsors and attendees. We celebrated the 10th edition in Europe and are now coming to the U.S. with a strong and thought-provoking program to discuss everything about mastering your data life cycle. Register now and discover the program.Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update – Volume 21, Issue 46
November 16, 2023 Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update Volume 21, Issue 46 In This Issue Announcements 10/30/2023 - LiMSforum is pleased to offer LiMShelp consulting to our laboratory members at no chargeLiMSforum publishes the LiMSpec to help your laboratory develop your LIMS requirements. Today, LiMSforum now provides free LIMS consulting services to our laboratory members to help utilize the LiMSpec to capture all of the laboratory user requirements specifications (URS) and to develop a set of requirements that reflects the LIMS needs specific to your lab. To learn more about this offering, please click here. Featured Books LIMS Selection Guide…Request for Proposals: On-Site Drug and Alcohol Testing Services
Solicitation #: 24-S-P-001
“The San Mateo County Transit District (District) is issuing this request for proposals as part of the requirements in support of a comprehensive Drug Use and Alcohol Misuse Prevention Program. The objective of this program is the achievement and maintenance of an alcohol and drug-free transit workforce in the interest of the health and safety of employees, transit riders, and the general public.”…
What Role Does a LIMS Play in ISO 17025 Accreditation & Compliance?
While ISO 17025 accreditation can be achieved using manual, paper-based processes and documentation, it is extremely time consuming. It can be difficult to locate specific data, SOPs, instrument calibration histories, staff qualifications, certifications, or other necessary documents or files, and doubly so under the pressure of ISO audits – all while trying to maintain regular daily operations and meet TAT deadlines. That's where LIMS technology can make a real difference. [Read More]
Life Science Analytics Tools: Open Source or Commercial
The use of analytics in life sciences companies faces challenges that analytics in other industries do not. Life sciences organizations have unique data integrity needs because they deal with protected health information. Despite these challenges, the undeniable usefulness of analytical tools is leading to wider adoption in the life sciences. [Read More]
How LIMS Consolidation Can Support Quality Control in Food & Beverage
Paper-based data management processes belong in the recycling bin. If you’re still operating your labs on pen and paper or across disparate LIMS, read the article in Food Manufacturing written by STARLIMS’ Chief Product & Marketing Officer, Brandon Henning, to learn how consolidating LIMS across labs can support F&B businesses in enhancing security, improving productivity, and fostering collaboration. [Read More]
Setting a Data Strategy and Ensuring Data Integrity with Eusoft.Lab LIMS SaaS on Microsoft Azure Cloud
In today’s data-driven world, laboratory environments face increasing challenges related to managing vast amounts of data while maintaining its integrity and security. Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) are instrumental in handling these complexities. [Read More]
What is a cybersecurity plan and why does a laboratory need it?
Cybersecurity threats are a constant risk to organizations of any size and industry. Laboratories are not immune to these threats and face indirect risks, such as disruption of operations due to ransomware attacks. Effective cybersecurity plans are necessary to prevent unauthorized access and release of sensitive data, and laboratories should craft living documents that evolve with their operations and threat landscape. [Read More]
5 Reasons Why LIMS
Adopting Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) in the modern laboratory landscape is no longer a luxury but a necessity. LIMS can transform your laboratory operations and elevate your productivity. If you’re unsure whether LIMS is right for your laboratory, here are 5 reasons why LIMS: [Read More]
Pixelle Specialty Solutions Release Updated LIMS Case Study
An updated case study from Autoscribe Informatics highlights how Pixelle Specialty Solutions uses Matrix Gemini LIMS for its manufacturing QA processes. Pixelle Specialty Solutions® is the largest and fastest-growing manufacturer of specialty papers in North America with one of the most comprehensive portfolios in the industry. Their products include many types of papers, envelopes, books, bags and even self-adhesive labels. [Read More]
Top Professional Associations for Clinical and Regulatory Affairs
Professional associations are vital channels for knowledge sharing, networking, and staying on top of emerging trends in any industry. In clinical and regulatory affairs, these organizations play a pivotal role in shaping policies, providing educational resources, and fostering collaboration among professionals. Here’s a look at some of the leading associations in this field. [Read More]
Instrument Integration is a Key Step in Therapeutic Antibody Discovery and Development Lab
Therapeutic antibody discovery and development labs assay hundreds to thousands of antibody candidates daily to hone in on the best candidates for clinical development. Accurate, complete plate maps are critical for sample traceability and experiment reproducibility. Using LIMSense™, a modern LIMS from AduroSys, can ensure seamless integration between instruments and LIMS without sacrificing flexibility in plate map design. [Read More]
Astrix Webinar – Decentralized Clinical Trials and Digital Health: Navigating the Opportunities and Challenges of Recent FDA Guidance
As the healthcare industry pushes towards modernizing clinical trials, recent draft guidance from the FDA, ICH, and others aims to guide the industry in adopting decentralized clinical trials (DCT) and digital health technologies for remote data acquisition. These new approaches present a significant opportunity to transform the way clinical trials are conducted, with potential benefits for patients, site staff, sponsors, and CROs.…
