Lab Informatics & Operations - software & AI news

Daily news on software, AI, and companies shaping lab informatics & operations.

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Automated analyzer system in a clinical lab with test tubes

Jun 27, 2026

Stratec focuses on diagnostics strategy, shares tracked against MDAX medtech peers

Stratec is garnering attention for its diagnostics strategy as it competes with major European medtech firms like Siemens Healthineers and Sartorius. Analysts are cautiously optimistic about the company's positioning as the earnings season approaches.As a specialized supplier of automated analyzer systems and related software for in-vitro diagnostics, Stratec operates primarily as an original equipment manufacturer (OEM). This means its products are often marketed under the brands of larger diag
A sample collection kit with a test swab in a clinical setting.

Jun 27, 2026

Lab-free testing moves closer to home as Germany’s Intu Diagnostics raises €1.1 million

Intu Diagnostics, a startup from Leipzig, has successfully secured €1.1 million in a strategic funding round, bringing its total funding to over €3 million. This financing aims to enhance the company's intellectual property, conduct pilot trials, and prepare for a larger Seed round.The funding was supported by various investors, including BSV Ventures and the Saxonian Development Bank. Intu Diagnostics is pioneering a "LAB-TO-GO" concept, which seeks to deliver reliable molecular diagnostics dir
A minimalist illustration of a cold storage unit for biobanking.

Jun 25, 2026

Haier Biomedical Debuts Innovative Automated Low-Carbon Cold Storage Products at Two Major Global Industry Trade Fairs

Haier Biomedical has introduced a range of innovative, automated cold storage solutions aimed at enhancing biobanking and laboratory efficiency during two prominent global trade fairs.At Europe Biobank Week 2026 in Prague and Interphex Week Tokyo 2026, Haier Biomedical showcased its commitment to low-carbon, high-efficiency technologies tailored for the biobanking and pharmaceutical sectors. The company emphasized its localized research and development efforts, which are crucial for meeting spec
A glass beaker with a colorful liquid on a lab bench

Jun 24, 2026

Tecan integrates agentic AI capabilities into lab analytics platform

Tecan has enhanced its lab analytics platform, Introspect, by integrating Agentic AI capabilities through the NVIDIA BioNeMo Agent Toolkit, marking a significant advancement in laboratory automation.This integration allows AI agents to leverage scientific AI functionalities directly within Introspect, shifting laboratory operations from reactive troubleshooting to proactive management. By utilizing Agentic AI, labs can prevent issues before they impact performance or quality, which is particular
A tissue sample on a microscope slide in a dimly lit lab

Jun 23, 2026

How Agilent’s Upgraded Outlook and Cancer Diagnostics Push Could Impact Agilent Technologies (A) Investors

Agilent Technologies has recently reported robust Q1 and Q2 results, prompting an increase in its full-year revenue and earnings per share (EPS) guidance. The company is also expanding its footprint with a new Innovation Center in China focused on digital technologies, AI, and automation, along with acquiring Biocare to enhance its cancer diagnostics capabilities.These developments indicate Agilent's strategic alignment of operational enhancements with investments in AI-driven lab automation and
Automated manufacturing line for PCR test kits at Co-Diagnostics facility

Jun 19, 2026

Saudi JV tours Co-Diagnostics site ahead of tech transfer

Co-Diagnostics has welcomed a delegation from its Saudi Arabian joint venture, CoMira Diagnostics, to its headquarters in Utah. This visit is pivotal as it precedes a planned technology transfer aimed at enhancing diagnostic capabilities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.The delegation toured Co-Diagnostics' facilities, including a newly unveiled automated manufacturing line for PCR test kits. This initiative is expected to significantly boost diagnostic test production and efficiency in the region
A minimalist illustration of a test tube representing data analysis in labs.

Jun 18, 2026

Second Annual Cenevo Survey of Life Science Professionals Reveals Future of AI in Modern Labs

The second annual Cenevo survey highlights the current state of AI adoption in life sciences laboratories, revealing that while AI is gaining traction, its application remains largely experimental.According to the survey, only 5% of life sciences labs are utilizing AI agents in production, despite over 60% exploring or piloting AI technologies. The primary focus for researchers is on data analysis, workflow automation, and inventory management, rather than fully agentic-driven scientific decisio
A stack of clinical documents on a lab table in a hospital setting.

Jun 18, 2026

Quietly smarter diagnostics, Quest Diagnostics Quanum Enterprise Content Manager streamlines lab wor

Quest Diagnostics has introduced its Quanum Enterprise Content Manager, a software solution designed to enhance efficiency in healthcare settings by streamlining the management of clinical documents.The Quanum Enterprise Content Manager aims to reduce the clutter of paper documents in hospitals and labs by capturing, structuring, and linking clinical documents directly with patient data. This software is intended to improve workflow efficiency, minimizing the time staff spend searching for docum
Minimalist illustration of a clinical chemistry analyzer and test tube

Jun 16, 2026

New AI-powered diagnostics push IDEXX Catalyst One beyond routine blood work

IDEXX Laboratories is enhancing its Catalyst One analyzer by integrating AI and streamlined workflows, aiming to solidify its position in small-animal veterinary practices where in-clinic diagnostics are increasingly automated.The Catalyst One is a compact, automated clinical chemistry analyzer designed to deliver rapid results for various tests, including chemistry, electrolytes, and immunoassays. It allows veterinary clinics to obtain laboratory-quality results without relying heavily on exter
Illustration of smart-glasses and VR headset in flat design

Jun 16, 2026

AutoVRse Secures $2.4Mn to Expand AI-Powered VR Training Across Global Pharma & MedTech

AutoVRse has successfully raised $2.4 million to enhance its AI-driven virtual reality training solutions aimed at the pharmaceutical and MedTech sectors.This funding round, co-led by Singularity AMC and Lumikai, will facilitate compliance certifications, improve integrations with learning and quality management systems, and support the company's expansion into North America, Europe, the GCC, and India. Founded in 2016 in Bengaluru, AutoVRse specializes in immersive VR training and AI-powered sm
Minimalist illustration of a red blood cell and hemoglobin in dark tones with lime accents.

Jun 15, 2026

Noul reports high concordance for AI blood analysis system at EHA 2026

Noul has unveiled promising results for its AI-driven blood analysis system, miLab BCM, at the 2026 European Hematology Association (EHA) Congress in Stockholm, Sweden.The research, conducted by the Department of Laboratory Medicine at Asan Medical Center, assessed the efficacy of miLab BCM by comparing its outputs with those from conventional automated hematology analyzers and expert microscopic evaluations. The findings revealed a remarkable correlation coefficient exceeding 0.97 for critical
A laboratory notebook and pen on a wooden table in a dimly lit lab

Jun 11, 2026

Scispot Raises $8 Million Series A to Expand AI-Native Lab Operations Platform

Scispot has successfully raised $8 million in a Series A funding round, led by Avenue Growth Partners, to enhance its AI-native laboratory operations platform.The Kitchener-Waterloo-based company aims to tackle the persistent issue of fragmented laboratory data and disconnected operational systems in life sciences research and diagnostics. Despite advancements in automation and sequencing technologies, many organizations still rely on outdated methods like spreadsheets and isolated data reposito