Galago Documentation
Galago is the only open-source lab automation software that integrates multiple devices while requiring minimal setup. We welcome dedicated developers to contribute to this repository and help accelerate research in the biological sciences.
About the project
The project began internally at Science Corp as a custom-built lab automation platform. It plays a vital role in daily operations, driving the execution of experiments such as media exchanges, transfections, plate imaging, washes, and cell passaging.
Over the past year, the software has successfully handled more than 4,000 runs with minimal downtime. To date, we've developed nearly 20 tool drivers and fully integrated 3 workcells.
We believe that off-the-shelf lab automation solutions are prohibitively expensive for many companies, especially startups. Beyond the cost, these systems often pose onboarding challenges: third-party integrators may not fully understand specific requirements, turnaround times can be slow, and the software lacks flexibility for modifications.
By developing an open-source lab automation software, we aim to drive innovation in biotech and make advanced lab automation accessible to all.
License
Galago is distributed under the Apache License 2.0
Contributing
When contributing to this repository, please first discuss the change you wish to make via issue, email, or any other method with the owners of this repository before making a change.
Read more about becoming a contributor here.