Dasgip, a German supplier of parallel bioreactor systems for the cultivation of microbial, plant, animal and human cells at benchtop scale, has launched a remote control suite that allows users remotely to observe and access bioprocesses from their iPhone, iPod touch or notebook computer.
"Users can now monitor all relevant process parameters from an office, between business meetings or even from home on the weekend. All they need is a computer and Internet access," said Matthias Arnold, chief scientific officer from Dasgip.
Data security is ensured through established IT mechanisms. Remote modifications to all process values are tracked and logged in a central database. By combining optional features such as an alarm function, scientists can receive around-the-clock notifications that enable them to react promptly when deviations in the planned process occur.
Dasgip has facilities in Juelich, Germany and Shrewsbury, MA, US.