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Title: Unlocking the efficiency of genomics laboratories with robotic liquid-handling
Authors: Tegally H, San JE, Giandhari J, de Oliveira T.
Journal: BMC Genomics,729:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12864-020-07137-1 (2020)

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Abstract

In research and clinical genomics laboratories today, sample preparation is the bottleneck of experiments, particularly when it comes to high-throughput next generation sequencing (NGS). More genomics laboratories are now considering liquid-handling automation to make the sequencing workflow more efficient and cost effective. The question remains as to its suitability and return on investment. A number of points need to be carefully considered before introducing robots into biological laboratories. Here, we describe the state-of-the-art technology of both sophisticated and do-it-yourself (DIY) robotic liquid-handlers and provide a practical review of the motivation, implications and requirements of laboratory automation for genome sequencing experiments.

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Citation: Tegally H, San JE, Giandhari J, de Oliveira T. Unlocking the efficiency of genomics laboratories with robotic liquid-handling BMC Genomics,729:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12864-020-07137-1 (2020).