Genomics and proteomics research to benefit from next-gen kit
management and process automation solution software that integrates
data form multiple sources for genomics and proteomics
laboratories.
The LS*LIMS Software provides a drag-and-drop workflow editor to map and automate bench laboratory operations, and the development tool kit allows researchers to customize in silico activities, such as automatically searching data generated in the laboratory against an external database, such as the Celera Discovery System Online Platform
The software's open architecture lets customers configure the system to meet the needs of large or small laboratories, and provides a common user experience across Applied Biosystems instruments and applications. Additionally, the software tracks lab information, which reduces errors, quickly identifies problems and bottlenecks, and lowers project costs.
The increasing availability of high-quality biological data is transforming the study of complex biological systems. Such transformation is driving scientists to develop revolutionary approaches to discovery. This allows study of complex interactions and adopts a more integrated approach to life science research and development.
The LS*LIMS software integrates Applied Biosystems library and third party instrument interfaces, including the Applied Biosystems 3730 and 3730xl DNA Analyzers, the Abi Prism 7900HT Sequence Detection System, and the GeneAmp PCR System 9700.
A documented application programming interface (API) and development tool kit are also available to enable users to extend and modify the system, including adding and customizing activities and instrument interfaces.
Catherine Burzik, president of Applied Biosystems said: "As part of our iScience strategy, LS*LIMS software is designed to improve the way laboratories operate by helping scientists integrate, automate, and manage all laboratory data and workflow processes."
Primarily aimed at basic disease research, drug target discovery and validation, surrogate marker development or toxicology studies, integrating and analyzing data from a variety of genomics and proteomics applications, the software also includes an increasing number of "out-of-the-box" workflows to support technologies, including Applied Biosystems TaqMan SNP Genotyping Assays.
Applied Biosystems expects to introduce additional genomics and proteomic-based workflows in the coming months, including TaqMan Gene Expression Assays and the SNPlex Genotyping System.
Bruce von Herrmann, general manager of Global Informatics Software at Applied Biosystems said: "Gene expression, genotyping, and proteomics are being applied at all stages of life science research for such important applications as toxicology studies and biomarker analysis."
"LS*LIMS Software enables organizations to streamline and integrate data collected throughout the research and development process."
