Mathias Cherbuin, the Chief Information and Chief Technology Officer at ChemSpeed Technologies, delivered this presentation which discussed the innovative solutions that his company has developed for laboratory automation. Cherbuin began by introducing ChemSpeed, a company with over 25 years in the market, headquartered near Basel, Switzerland, and recently acquired by Bruker. The company operates globally with offices in Germany, the UK, the US, and China.
Cherbuin outlined the challenges faced in manual data gathering and the lack of standardisation in experimental data. He proposed a solution involving automated data collection and connected systems to streamline workflows and enhance decision-making. This approach aimed to free up scientists' time, allowing them to focus on the core scientific tasks rather than mundane lab activities.
He introduced ChemSpeed's modular library, which includes benchtop solutions like Crystal for solid dispensing and the comprehensive FlexShuttle system for end-to-end product development. The FlexShuttle system integrates various stages of the research process, from synthesis to biological testing, all controlled by ChemSpeed's software layers, Autosuite and Arksuite. These software layers facilitate the connection of all experimental data, enabling seamless integration with third-party tools and machine learning applications.
Cherbuin emphasised the importance of automation and digitalisation in improving experimental designs and increasing efficiency. He highlighted the benefits of having more time for scientific thinking and better decision-making.
In summary, Cherbuin's presentation showcased ChemSpeed's innovative solutions for automating laboratory processes, thereby enhancing research efficiency and effectiveness. His emphasis on the integration of automation and digitalisation underscored the potential for significant advancements in the field of chemistry.
