NEXT Labs, LLC
NEXT Labs is pioneering the automation and accessibility of next-generation sequencing (NGS) by developing affordable, portable solutions for sample and library preparation. Their mission is to enable sequencing anywhere, by anyone, moving NGS from specialized labs to point-of-need applications. By automating complex sample processing steps, NEXT Labs aims to democratize genomics research and diagnostics, making advanced testing faster, more accessible, and cost-effective for a wide range of applications including infectious disease detection, cancer, and neurodegenerative disease diagnostics.
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Nr. of Employees
small (1-50)
NEXT Labs, LLC
1200 Jefferson Ave Suite 206 Rochester, NY 14623
NEXT Labs, LLC is currently seeking investment
NEXT Labs, LLC is seeking a seed investment in the range of 1m-5m
Patents
Providing variable responses in a virtual-assistant environment
2017-12-05 • US-9836177-B2
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Providing variable responses in a virtual-assistant environment
2017-12-05 • US-9836177-B2
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Automated sample processing and library preparation system (controller + disposable cartridges)
A technical platform composed of a low-cost controller and single-use disposable cartridges that automate sample disruption, nucleic acid purification, reagent handling, thermal reactions, and library preparation for sequencing workflows.
Automated sample processing and library preparation system (controller + disposable cartridges)
A technical platform composed of a low-cost controller and single-use disposable cartridges that automate sample disruption, nucleic acid purification, reagent handling, thermal reactions, and library preparation for sequencing workflows.
Expertise Areas
- Sample-to-library automation
- Point-of-care sequencing workflows
- Cartridge-based disposable system design
- NGS library preparation
Key Technologies
- Next-generation sequencing (NGS)
- Cartridge-based automation
- Magnetic bead separation
- Optical detection
Key People
Vera Tannous
Senior Scientist
Vera Tannous
Senior Scientist
News & Updates
NEXT Labs has filed multiple US and international patent applications covering cartridge design, components, and applications. The US Patent Office has indicated the first patetn covering the cartridge design and function is patentable, and a freedom-to-operate analysis confirms no known infringement of current patents.
NEXT Labs has filed multiple US and international patent applications covering cartridge design, components, and applications. The US Patent Office has indicated the first patetn covering the cartridge design and function is patentable, and a freedom-to-operate analysis confirms no known infringement of current patents.