Laboratory Innovations

Cutting-edge instruments and devices developed at the Prototyping Lab to advance synthetic biology research and democratize laboratory automation
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Active Prototypes
8
Production Ready
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Product Categories
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Research Applications
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Open Source Innovation

Our laboratory innovations are designed with accessibility and reproducibility in mind. Each device combines cutting-edge functionality with cost-effective manufacturing, enabling researchers worldwide to access advanced instrumentation regardless of budget constraints.

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Mini Bioreactors

Compact, automated bioreactor systems for microbial cultivation and adaptive laboratory evolution

  • Real-time monitoring of pH, DO, temperature
  • Automated media feeding and sampling
  • Multi-vessel parallel processing
  • Cost-effective modular design
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Laboratory Robotics

Automated systems for high-throughput experimentation and precise liquid handling operations

  • Precision pipetting and dispensing
  • Plate handling and incubation
  • Automated colony picking
  • Integration with existing workflows
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IoT Molecular Devices

Connected miniature instruments for real-time data collection and remote laboratory monitoring

  • Wireless sensor networks
  • Cloud-based data analytics
  • Mobile app integration
  • Energy-efficient operation

Mini Bioreactor Systems

MiniSpec Analyzer
Production Ready
Portable spectrophotometer with IoT connectivity for real-time analysis of nucleic acids, proteins, and cell cultures.
Wavelength: 230-700 nm
Sample Vol: 2-200 μL
Accuracy: ±1%
Cost: ~$1,200
  • Cloud data synchronization
  • Pre-loaded analysis protocols
  • Bluetooth connectivity
SmartIncubator Pro
Prototype
Intelligent incubation system with precise environmental control and remote monitoring capabilities for cell culture applications.
Capacity: 48-well to 6-well
Temp Range: 4°C to 60°C
CO2 Control: 0-20%
Est. Cost: ~$2,800
  • AI-powered growth optimization
  • Multi-zone temperature control
  • Contamination detection alerts
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Research Impact & Collaboration

Our laboratory innovations have been adopted by over 30 research institutions worldwide, contributing to breakthrough discoveries in synthetic biology, metabolic engineering, and biotechnology. We actively collaborate with academic and industry partners to continuously improve and expand our product offerings.

30+
Partner Institutions
120+
Publications Enabled

Interested in Collaboration?

We welcome partnerships with research institutions, biotech companies, and individual researchers. Whether you're looking to implement our existing solutions or develop custom instrumentation for your specific needs, we're here to help advance your research capabilities.

ALE-Reactor Pro
Production Ready
Advanced automated bioreactor system designed specifically for adaptive laboratory evolution experiments with continuous monitoring and control.
Volume: 50-500 mL
Vessels: 1-8 parallel
Control: pH, DO, Temp, Agitation
Cost: ~$2,500
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MicroCulture Array
Production Ready
High-throughput miniaturized bioreactor platform for screening multiple conditions simultaneously in 96-well format.
Volume: 1-10 mL per well
Throughput: 96 conditions
Monitoring: OD, pH, O2
Cost: ~$1,800
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FermenTrak Mini
Prototype
Compact benchtop fermentation system with advanced sensor integration for small-scale bioprocess development.
Volume: 100-1000 mL
Sensors: pH, DO, CO2, Foam
Control: Automated
Est. Cost: ~$3,200
In Development

Laboratory Robotics

PipetBot Precision
Production Ready
Automated liquid handling system with high-precision dispensing capabilities for molecular biology applications.
Volume Range: 0.1 - 1000 μL
Accuracy: ±0.5%
Throughput: 384-well plates
Cost: ~$4,500
  • 8-channel parallel dispensing
  • Tip tracking and management
  • Protocol scripting interface
ColonyPicker Pro
Production Ready
Automated colony picking robot with computer vision for high-throughput strain isolation and library construction.
Detection: Computer Vision
Throughput: 500+ colonies/hour
Accuracy: 95%+
Cost: ~$6,800
  • AI-powered colony recognition
  • Sterile picking mechanism
  • Multi-plate processing
PlateBot Handler
In Development
Robotic plate handling system for automated incubation, storage, and workflow management in high-throughput screening.
Capacity: 200+ plates
Integration: Multi-device
Control: Automated scheduling
Est. Cost: ~$8,500
  • RFID plate tracking
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Workflow orchestration

IoT Molecular Lab Devices

LabSense Network
Production Ready
Wireless sensor network system for comprehensive laboratory environment monitoring with cloud integration.
Sensors: Temp, Humidity, CO2
Range: 100m wireless
Battery: 2+ years
Cost: ~$350
  • Real-time alerts and notifications
  • Historical data analytics
  • Mobile app dashboard