Sample Management, Drug Discovery and Lab Automation

3 credits · Graduate

Automation plays an increasing role in academic and biotech labs. High-Throughput Screening (HTS) leverages screening of large libraries for activity against biological targets for drug discovery, enabled by automation, miniaturized assays and large-scale data analysis. Students learn process automation and hands-on training on sample management and liquid handling robotics. Students conduct a primary screen and follow up hits through dose response, using LIMS/Sample Management/Sample Tracking/Equipment Validation/QC and data analysis and interpretation. Students will understand what is required to run a HTS experiment, use robotics, data processing and control software, and learn how automation can help with accuracy and precision.