From Manual Handling to Automation: The Future of Zebrafish Embryo Workflows
Handling zebrafish embryos may seem simple, but doing it at scale is often a real challenge. This month’s article explores how workflows are shifting toward automation to support higher throughput, better reproducibility, and streamlined research processes. Introduction Current Workflows in Zebrafish Embryo Research The Role of Automation Applications in Drug Testing, Toxicity & More Conclusions […]
EvoDevo in Zebrafish: Bridging Evolution, Development, and Drug Discovery
Evolutionary Developmental Biology, also known as EvoDevo, explores how developmental processes shape evolutionary change. Zebrafish, with their unique genetic and developmental features, have become a cornerstone for EvoDevo research and a powerful tool for drug discovery and toxicity testing. This article introduces the science behind EvoDevo, the advantages of zebrafish as a model, and how […]
Bionomous partners with ViewPoint for the distribution of the EggSorter
Exciting collaboration between ViewPoint and Bionomous! We are thrilled to announce a new partnership between ViewPoint and Bionomous for the distribution of Bionomous’ products! ViewPoint is a French company with offices in France, the US and China that specializes in video image processing for animal behavior analysis. By leveraging its 30 years of expertise, ViewPoint […]
Behind the Tanks: Zebrafish Research Meets Automation
Ever wondered what life looks like inside a zebrafish research facility? From rows of clear tanks to the daily routines of dedicated scientists, these labs are where small fish make a big impact on biomedical discovery. In this exclusive interview, we go behind the tanks with one of our partner facilities to explore how automation […]
How can zebrafish eggs help us understand climate change?
The last decade was the hottest on record, and its consequences go far beyond melting glaciers. Climate change is disrupting ecosystems, threatening food security, and putting human health at risk. To address these complex challenges, scientists need research tools that are not only robust and predictive but also ethical and scalable. That’s where New Approach […]
From promise to practice: Why alternatives to animal testing aren’t yet scalable
As described in last month’s article, New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) and Non-Animal Technologies (NATs), like organoids or fish eggs, are transforming the landscape of biomedical research, toxicology, and drug development. By offering human-relevant insights while reducing or replacing animal use, they hold the promise of more ethical, predictive, and cost-effective science. So, what’s limiting their […]
Application note – LabSwipe: AI for sorting
Would you like to know how LabSwipe can help you create custom AI algorithms for your sorting? This application note explains four different use cases where LabSwipe has been used to create custom sorting algorithms. Results demonstrate over 90% accuracy in the created algorithms for all the studied cases. This application note explains four different […]
Towards a future beyond animal testing?
As spring fades into summer and nature bursts into full bloom, it is a fitting time to reflect on scientific approaches that promote innovation while advancing more ethical and sustainable research practices. This past spring was filled with events and initiatives that energized the research community and accelerated the development of forward-thinking solutions. Among them, […]
BIONOMOUS changes the composition of its Board of Directors and onboards its new Chief Business Officer
Bionomous New Board Organization and Onboarding of the New Chief Business Officer Bionomous, the Swiss-based startup that builds devices to automate processes in Life Science Research, announces today strategic changes to its Board of Directors and executive team, effective March 27th, 2025. These appointments come at a pivotal time as the company accelerates its commercial expansion, […]
Verena Zimermann, zebrafish and the Jazwinska Group
New year, new beginning! That is particularly true for Verena Zimmermann, who retired in December 2024 from her role as a laboratory technician at the Jazwinska Group (University of Fribourg, Switzerland). Verena’s career The Jazwinska Group Verena’s retirement References Verena’s career Before joining the Jazwinska Group, Verena had worked for both companies and academic research […]