DNA Scanner

DNA Scanner compares synthetic DNA synthesis options across multiple vendors by evaluating sequence feasibility, cost, and delivery time to support procurement decisions.


Key Features:

  • Cross-vendor comparison: Compares feasibility, pricing, and turnaround time for specific synthetic DNA sequences across multiple vendors.
  • Feasibility assessment: Evaluates whether provided DNA sequences are synthesizable by vendors.
  • Cost estimation: Compares pricing quotes for synthesizing specified DNA sequences.
  • Delivery time estimation: Compares vendor turnaround times for DNA synthesis orders.
  • Python API: Exposes a Python API for integration with computer-aided design tools and automated laboratory processes.

Scientific Applications:

  • Vendor selection for DNA synthesis: Supports selection of optimal vendors based on sequence feasibility, price, and delivery time.
  • Integration with design workflows: Enables integration of synthetic DNA ordering into computer-aided design workflows via the Python API.
  • Laboratory automation and procurement: Facilitates automated laboratory processes and procurement workflows by providing comparative vendor information.
  • Support for biofoundries and synthetic biology projects: Assists biofoundries and synthetic biology teams in planning and procuring synthetic DNA.

Methodology:

Performs automated comparisons of feasibility, pricing, and turnaround for provided DNA sequences and exposes a Python API for integration with computer-aided design tools and automated laboratory processes.

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Details

License:
MIT
Tool Type:
web application
Programming Languages:
Python
Added:
1/18/2021
Last Updated:
11/24/2024

Operations

Publications

Doçi G, Fuchs L, Kharbanda Y, Schickling P, Zulkower V, Hillson N, et al. . Synth Biol (Oxf). 2020;5(1).

PMCID: PMC7585645