The Opentrons Flex and OT-2 robots are powerful, open tools for automating experimental protocols. To harness the full potential of these robots, it is essential for scientists to be able to design effective protocols that optimize their workflow. This educational session aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to create, adapt, and implement protocols for Opentrons robots, with a focus on three methods that do not require in-depth Python knowledge: Protocol Designer, Protocol Library, and seamless integration with Genie LabOS.
Protocol Designer: Protocol Designer is an intuitive interface that enables users to create custom protocols step by step. We’ll showcase the latest version of Protocol Designer, including enhancements to support Opentrons Flex. Participants will learn how to navigate the tool, select and configure their instruments and labware, and build complex multi-step protocols efficiently.
Protocol Library: Efficiency in protocol design is greatly enhanced by utilizing pre-existing templates and protocols. This session will explore Protocol Library 2.0, a new and improved open repository of protocols for Flex and OT-2 created by Opentrons scientists and the Opentrons community. Attendees will be among the first to see new features released in PL 2.0 and will discover how to access, modify and run protocols.
Integration with Genie LabOS: Built for every experience level in the automation space, Genie LabOS is a cloud-based software to design, manage, and orchestrate your lab automation. Pairing Genie LabOS with the Flex or OT-2 allows for end-to-end instrument control, including experiment planning, dynamic authoring, and protocol execution. From simple to complex protocols, LabOS makes it easy for users to execute workflows exactly to their needs through a drag-and-drop, easy-to-use interface. Attendees will gain insights into the advantages of this integration, and they will be guided on setting up and using Genie LabOS to orchestrate their protocols efficiently.
This session will provide attendees with a holistic understanding of protocol design for Opentrons robots, enabling them to maximize the capabilities of these versatile lab automation tools. Participants will leave with practical skills and knowledge to enhance their research, reduce errors, and accelerate scientific discovery through precise, automated protocols.
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