ELN

The Labstep Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN), offered by STARLIMS, is a modern, cloud-based R&D software platform designed to help research and development teams capture, structure, and protect their scientific data in real time. Built for molecular, chemical, biological, and other multidisciplinary scientific research, Labstep addresses the complexity, time constraints, and intellectual property concerns inherent in R&D workflows — replacing fragmented paper or legacy systems with a single, secure, and collaborative digital environment.

Labstep delivers measurable outcomes for its users: researchers report a 17% reduction in administration time, project durations cut by over 50%, 75% more value gained at 20% less cost, time to market reduced by over 18%, and productivity improvements of over 20%. The platform can be implemented and fully onboarded in as little as one day.

Core ELN Capabilities

• Interactive, step-by-step protocols that serve as templates for structured data collection and real-time metadata capture
• Version-controlled protocols to ensure data integrity and traceability across experiments
• Structured, clean, and traceable laboratory data maintained within one secure environment
• Built-in calculation engines and templates supporting multidisciplinary scientific research
• Full-featured inventory management for samples and reagents
• Centralized order management and device integration within a single connected system

Collaboration and Accessibility

• Cloud-based web application accessible on any device, from any location, at any time
• Shared workspaces enabling global teams across scientific disciplines to collaborate on experiments simultaneously
• Real-time communication and knowledge sharing built directly into the platform
• Modern, intuitive interface designed for rapid adoption and ease of use
• Transparent cross-referencing of experiments to support team-wide visibility and coordination

Data Quality, IP Protection, and Compliance

• Real-time data capture ensures accuracy and reduces the risk of data loss or transcription errors
• Centralized, structured data environment simplifies compliance processes
• Enhanced security and traceability of research data and sample databases
• Elimination of manual data transfer by consolidating lab notebook, protocols, samples, inventory, devices, and orders in one place
• IP protection through controlled, auditable research records

Integration and Workflow

• Easy integration with laboratory instruments and external devices
• Fully connected system architecture eliminating siloed data across tools and teams
• Supports complex, multi-step experiment management within a single unified platform

Labstep ELN is part of the STARLIMS portfolio of laboratory informatics solutions, which also includes LIMS and SDMS offerings. Recognized in G2 rankings for excellence in ELN and broader lab informatics categories, Labstep is trusted by organizations including Sherlock Biosciences, Elypta, the Francis Crick Institute, and Newform Foods to accelerate R&D, improve data security, and drive faster time to market.