Learn how to safely annotate microscopic findings such as drug efficiency or toxicity in the dark. Complement your image recognition software and smoothly transition from R&D feasibility to commercialization in regulated industries with user-based Audit Trails.
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Introducing Microscopy and GXP with Lab Twin. Safely annotate microscopic findings, such as drug efficiency or toxicity, in low-light conditions and seamlessly transition from R&D to commercialization in regulated industries.
LabTwin’s user-based Audit Trails ensure compliance, enabling real-time documentation without pen and paper—experience uninterrupted, compliant experiments with LabTwin’s digital lab assistant. Unlock this case study today!
Envision the Lab of the Future with an AI-enabled Digital Lab Assistant
February 15, 2023
Interconnected systems and data are what the future lab will run on. If you want to bring your lab into the future, an AI-enabled and voice-powered digital lab assistant like LabTwin can be a foundational step. LabTwin’s 95% accuracy with voice capture means that you can be confident that your data is accurately transcribed. LabTwin understands how much a single error can damage the scientific team’s trust. The safety and efficiency gains are a bonus. In this blog post, you’ll learn how the AI features in LabTwin can help when you adopt a digital lab assistant to bring your organization closer to the Lab of the Future today.
The Role of an AI-enabled and Voice-powered Digital Lab Assistant
The LabTwin digital lab assistant is revolutionizing laboratories and preparing organizations for the future with automation and enhanced collaboration. LabTwin enables hands-free, real-time data capture and structuring to automate previously manual routine tasks. These automations help to streamline laboratory processes, improve data accuracy, and eliminate human errors.
The large language models (LLMs) behind LabTwin can turn spoken data into structured data tables and then automate the transfer from the lab bench to your ELN or LIMS. This way, the LabTwin digital lab assistant facilitates collaboration between scientists and their teams. Anyone with access to the system can easily find results from any lab in the organization within a few hours after the end of the experiment.
The LabTwin digital lab assistant leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance laboratory operations and decision-making processes. The wireless internet capabilities of LabTwin can support remote and virtual work, enabling scientists to collaborate from anywhere for seamless workflow continuity.
Increasing Productivity in the Lab of the Future with AI
The AI-enabled and voice-powered LabTwin digital lab assistant boosts efficiency and productivity in the lab of the future. LabTwin is built on scientific and technical LLMs that can enable AI-powered optimized data structuring and answer lab-specific questions that include
• safety information,
• material properties like molecular weights and dilutions,
• instrument status,
• and inventory information.
LabTwin can also help scientists execute experiments more efficiently by providing real-time access to experimental procedures, which can prompt the user through steps and data capture. Users can ask for calculations or timers while experimenting.
A useful feature of LabTwin lies in the ability to make voice-powered inquiries about protocols at the bench that leverage the underlying LLMs and integrations. These inquiries can talk you through existing protocols or help you develop new ones based on the stored methods in its library.
Another useful AI capability of the LabTwin digital lab assistant is that it can help your lab optimize resource allocation and inventory management. The locations of commonly used reagents, consumables, or raw materials can be monitored and identified as you walk from the bench to the storage area. The quantity remaining can also be tracked, and items that need to be replenished can be added to a supply list, making it easier to reorder when supplies are low.
Overcoming Challenges and Maximizing ROI with the LabTwin Digital Lab Assistant
The AI-enabled and voice-powered LabTwin digital lab assistant can be a wise business investment because it helps organizations overcome logistical, analytical, or innovation challenges and will maximize their return on investment. Overcoming resistance to adopting new technologies is always a challenge and will continue to be in the lab of the future. The LabTwin digital lab assistant makes adoption easier because it is an intuitive product that learns your processes as it captures and structures your lab data. The LabTwin deployment model includes ample support for change management and training to ensure a successful implementation. Organizations can measure the return on investment (ROI) of implementing LabTwin as your digital lab assistant because there are immediate impacts on reduced human error and increased efficiency
Would you like to see the AI-enabled and voice-powered LabTwin digital lab assistant? Reach out today to schedule a demo.
To compete in the era of Industry 4.0, laboratories must leverage artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). The use cases in this white paper will show you why working with LabTwin can accelerate your organization’s realization of value from AI and ML.
Request this white paper to read the presented use cases for situations familiar to many in biotechnology and pharmaceutical labs:
- Converting protocols
- Querying information at the bench
- Automatic data structuring
- Anomaly detection
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The most significant drawback to an electronic lab notebook (ELN) is that it lives on a desktop computer and is often far from the lab bench. The risk of data loss or corruption is high when humans must remember to transcribe results correctly.
In this white paper, learn how LabTwin’s accurate, hands-free voice capture functions as your digital lab assistant at the bench to:
- Reduced human error
- Increased access to methods, protocols, and scientific information
- Increased interfacing with the ELN and instruments
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LabTwin Client Testimonial: Envalior
Envalior, a global engineering materials organization, is using LabTwin to build its Lab of the Future. Hear how the use of a hands-free, AI voice-enabled digital assistant has allowed Envalior to achieve efficiency and safety in the lab. The increased data capture and accuracy that LabTwin provides is helping their organization as they adopt AI tools for better business decision making.
The Power of LabTwin
- LabTwin can connect to your lab informatics ecosystem.
- LabTwin enables real-time, hands-free, accurate data access remotely.
- LabTwin provides advanced voice technology trained on a large natural-language processing model. It is 95% accurate with its digital dictation.
- Data captured with LabTwin is automatically processed and structured to facilitate downstream FAIR data integration and wise business decisions
- LabTwin enables better documentation and makes regulatory compliance easier
Addressing Privacy and Security Concerns of Apps in the Lab
November 08, 2023
As hands-free lab note-capturing technology becomes more prevalent, it is crucial to address the privacy and security concerns associated with voice recognition and mobile or wearable devices. Although hands-free technology offers convenience and efficiency, it also raises concerns about data privacy and security. In this blog post, you’ll read about the different data privacy and security concerns you may face and how LabTwin, the leading voice-powered digital lab assistant, has addressed them.
Protecting Sensitive Data in the Lab
Protecting patient data is at the forefront of most life sciences research. Measures for protection have evolved along with technology, from double-blinded study files stored in locked filing cabinets, through today where those double-blinded studies are digitized and maintained in a laboratory information management system (LIMS) or laboratory information system (LIS).
Clinical trials of today often collect patient data through the use of wearable technology or voice recognition, which carry specific risks to ensuring patient data security.
To address the rising concerns about data security, LabTwin uses various measures to protect the sensitive data collected through hands-free lab note taking, including encryption, user authentication, and data access controls.
There are numerous international standards for data security including those of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), that are considered the international gold standards for information security. LabTwin has obtained the ISO/IEC 27001:2017 and ISO/IEC 27017:2015 certifications, recognizing LabTwin’s compliance with these standards. ISO/IEC 27001 is a set of more than 100 requirements for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) developed by ISO and IEC, encompassing data security and data processes, risk management, and appropriate user training. As an extension to ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27017 includes standards for information security in cloud-based systems.
Data Security
To ensure adherence with the ISO/IEC standards and with the United States Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 21 Part 11, LabTwin uses the proven and well-tested cloud-based infrastructure of Amazon Web Services (AWS). AWS security is itself verified by compliance certifications, including ISO/IEC 27001 and AWS-independent third-party system and organizational controls (SOC) reports 1, 2, and 3. This means that all data sent over the Internet to LabTwin servers and between services is encrypted over transport layer security/secure sockets locator (TLS/SSL) connections. It will be very difficult for any bad actor to penetrate these layers of security.
Mobile Security
The device level encryption offered by Apple or Android operating systems secures the data stored on the device, combined with a mobile device management (MDM) system to control the device itself. This creates a secure and controlled environment for the LabTwin app. LabTwin can also provide an extra level of security by deploying a User Management System for an added fee.
Ensuring Compliance with Data Privacy Regulations
Data privacy regulations, such as the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the United States Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), govern the treatment of patient data during hands-free lab note taking. LabTwin ensures compliance with its built-in access controls and the security measures described previously, while maximizing the benefits of the technology. The aspect of LabTwin that receives the most attention with respect to data privacy assurance is the AI-powered voice recognition software in the mobile app.
Voice Recognition and Data Privacy
LabTwin’s voice recognition technology works by drawing on its large data set of scientific terminology to capture the technician’s words accurately. The storage of voice data carries specific risks in the era of deep fakes. An individual’s voice is almost as unique as their fingerprints and if voice recordings fall into the wrong hands, a person’s identity could easily be stolen. It’s critical to take appropriate steps, such as documented adherence to the applicable regulations, to protect user privacy and intellectual property when using hands-free devices.
Balancing Convenience with Security
We humans are starting to grapple with the trade-offs between convenience and security. For example, using an E-ZPass for toll collection or a transit pass means that the transportation authorities can gather data about your movements, but these have become accepted privacy intrusions for the convenience (and price discount) received in return. The convenience of secure hands-free devices in the lab is also becoming recognized, and that convenience is increasingly supported by legislation to protect user privacy and ensure that hands-free devices can be deployed safely in research settings.
Use LabTwin With Confidence
Researchers shouldn’t need to sacrifice convenience in the name of security. With LabTwin, you can enjoy the accessibility of voice-powered data capture while being assured that patient data and your research findings are stored securely.
Reach out if you’d like to learn more about LabTwin and its built-in data privacy and security features.
WEBINAR RECORDING: Empowering dsm-firmenich Scientists With Voice-Powered Digital Lab Assistants to Improve R&D Efficiency
dsm-firmenich, a worldwide science-based organization committed to sustainable advancements in Life Sciences, has implemented LabTwin’s digital lab assistant across various laboratories worldwide to expedite their innovation process.
Request this webinar featuring Willi Gottstein, Senior Scientist responsible for digitalization at dsm-firmenich, and Célia Gasselin, in charge of Growth at LabTwin. They will explore the digitalization challenges faced by dsm-firmenich, the role of hands-free data capture as a solution, highlight the optimal use cases, and discuss the resulting improvements in efficiency and data quality in their R&D labs.
Discussion points addressed in the webinar:
- The digital transformation strategy at DSM
- The use-cases for voice
- How a digital lab assistant can improve data and save time
- The ROI of a digital lab assistant
Join LIMS Wizards at Future Labs Live and the Gulf Coast Conference 2023
September 21, 2023
NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, EINPresswire.com/ — LIMS Wizards, LLC, a global scientific software solutions provider, is attending two trade shows in October. The Future Labs Live and Gulf Coast Conference will showcase two innovative products that help laboratories in all industries improve efficiencies with mobile and hands-free data capture and access technologies.
Future Labs Live will occur October 4 and 5 in Philadelphia, PA. Stop by booth 417 on the show floor during exhibition hours to speak with the data and informatics team members about how your life science lab can leverage the future-forward software solutions, SampleVision™ and LabTwin.
The Gulf Coast Conference takes place October 10 and 11 at the Moody Gardens Convention Center in Galveston, Texas. LIMS Wizards will be demonstrating SampleVision and LabTwin at booth 119. Nymisha Medicharla, Account Executive, will make a 30-minute presentation on October 11 at 8:55 a.m., titled Convert Your Lab Bench into an Electronic Workspace.
Be sure to stop by at the show that best meets your needs for a conversation about how LIMS Wizards can help you digitize your lab. If you can’t be there in person, check out the LIMS Wizards website for informative content including videos, webinars, and blogs.
About LIMS Wizards, LLC
LIMS Wizards, LLC is a global scientific software solutions provider developing intuitive software products to fulfill unmet needs at the interface of the lab and the rest of the organization. Our products are complementary to laboratory information management systems (LIMS) to encourage organizational digital transformation and improve scientific data integrity, visualization, and analytics. These solutions are designed for a simple implementation so those who use scientific data can be guided to wise business decisions. For more information about LIMS Wizards, visit www.limswizards.com.
Look Ma, No Hands! The Future of Hands-free Technology in the Lab
August 24, 2023
Hands-free technology has come a long way since Bluetooth headsets first appeared in 1999. Advancements in voice recognition and artificial intelligence are revolutionizing the way we interact with devices. Future advances in hands-free technology will bring exciting possibilities to various lab settings across every industry. In this blog post, we’ll look at how hands-free technology in the lab began, where it is today, and what it may do for the lab of the future.
Hands-Free Technology in the Lab
Historians believe that the first lab notes were those of Archimedes, who made notes and drawings about his mathematical and engineering discoveries on parchment. With the rise of remote work and the need for multitasking, hands-free technology has become an essential tool for productivity and efficiency in the modern workplace.
Lab notebooks of today are capable of storing photographic images, voice notes, and analyst’s locations, while interfacing with the other informatics systems in use in the lab and across the organization.
The hands-free communication tools that many lab analysts make use of today are based on Bluetooth and WiFi, which use radio frequencies to send signals short distances without wires. The frequency-hopping technology that keeps these signals secure is the invention of Hedy Lamarr. Although she is better known today for her starring roles in Hollywood films, Lamarr thought of herself as a scientist.
Current applications of Bluetooth and WiFi for hands-free applications in the lab include two main focuses:
- voice-activated virtual assistants based on voice recognition, and
- wearable devices.
If you employ Bluetooth-enabled devices in your lab and you have data privacy or security concerns, ensure that employees follow best practices and turn off Bluetooth when the devices are not in use, keep the software updated, and use antivirus programs.
Voice Recognition Software Applications in the Lab
Voice recognition software underpins the voice-activated virtual assistants that are the most familiar hands-free lab note-taking technology. The applications using voice recognition are constantly evolving and improving to meet the needs of scientists and researchers. Voice recognition software uses artificial intelligence to convert spoken words into text, using complex algorithms and machine learning to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
The two most common voice recognition software models are the hidden Markov model, which deconstructs words into their phonemes, and recurrent neural networks, which use outputs from prior steps to influence inputs to the current step. These models follow the GIGO principle, whereby gendered and racist assumptions within the training data find their way into the applications upon which they are based.
It is important to understand that the models used to train voice recognition software can perpetuate bias and can have difficulty recognizing the accents of non-native English speakers. LabTwin has worked to address these shortcomings in large language models (LLMs) by adding examples of speech from their multilingual team to their training data set.
The newest features and advancements in voice recognition software include improving machine learning models with natural language processing (upon which LabTwin relies), real-time transcription, and voice commands for data analysis. As you are no doubt aware, scientific language presents challenges to understanding even in your native tongue. Translating it among languages or recognizing it in accented speech adds additional complexity. However, the advantages in capturing experimental processes as they happen far outweigh the drawbacks. Scientists working in clean room environments or in the field, where their hands may be covered in PPE or occupied with other tools, benefit especially from these capabilities.
Wearable Devices for Hands-free Lab Environments
Wearable devices, like smartglasses and wristbands, offer a convenient and ergonomic way for scientists and researchers to access or collect information without using their hands. Smart glasses have become particularly useful for implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) because each step is displayed in the user’s field of vision as the SOP is being implemented. This helps to ensure that no step is missed. Silicone wristbands can function as passive sampling devices, collecting information about air quality or the physiological condition of the wearer. Because a fully digitized lab may not be a fully automated one, these applications are increasingly useful. The benefits of wearable devices include improved mobility, real-time data visualization, and seamless integration with other lab equipment.
Hands-free Technology Integration with LIMS
The integration of hands-free lab notes with a laboratory information management system (LIMS) provides a comprehensive and streamlined approach to data management and analysis in the lab. Many LIMS now offer apps that can be used to add notes to records or check on results when the analyst is not at a terminal. In addition, third-party apps, such as SampleVision, can capture relevant sample information at the point of collection and transmit it seamlessly to the LIMS. Integration of these devices with LIMS provides some specific advantages.
Enhanced Data Accuracy and Traceability with Hands-free Technology
The integration of hands-free technology with LIMS ensures accurate and traceable data collection, reducing the risk of errors and facilitating reproducibility. Adding hands-free technology to your lab operations can increase data integrity. LabTwin, SampleVision, and other mobile devices for data capture are designed to integrate seamlessly with LIMS.
Improved Efficiency and Collaboration in the Lab with Hands-free Technology
Integrating hands-free lab note taking with laboratory informatics promotes efficient workflows, reduces contamination or waste, facilitates collaboration among researchers, and enables real-time data sharing. Configuring hands-free devices with your lab’s specific SOPs facilitates repeatability and the efficient use of materials.
The Future of Hands-free Technology in the Lab
Hands-free technology is revolutionizing the way scientists and researchers work in the lab, making their documentation more efficient and productive. Wearable devices and voice-activated assistants in the lab are increasing accuracy, enabling multitasking, reducing waste, and facilitating accessibility. These devices make labs better places to work for all kinds of people, providing individuals with disabilities greater access to scientific careers.
We have mentioned the potential security concerns with increased Bluetooth use and the difficulties of scientific language recognition. Additional challenges to the adoption of hands-free technology in the lab include compatibility issues and the learning curve for lab staff who adopt the new technology. These are not insurmountable problems, and applications of hands-free technology will continue to be found in the lab and in our daily lives. Future developments in hands-free applications will focus on real-time translation, augmented reality displays, haptic feedback, and better integrations with sensors and systems.
In what ways could your lab use hands-free technology?