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JAX Colony Management System (JCMS): an extensible colony and phenotype data management system
Chuck J Donnelly1, Mike McFarland, Abigail Ames
1The Jackson Laboratory, 610 Main Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609, USA.
Summary
The Jackson Laboratory Colony Management System (JCMS) is a software solution designed for efficient management of research mouse colonies, biospecimens, and experimental protocols. This system enhances data tracking and reporting for laboratory personnel, improving overall research workflow efficiency.
Area of Science:
- * Laboratory animal science
- * Bioinformatics
- * Research management
Background:
- * Managing research mouse colonies involves complex data tracking for genetics, health, and breeding.
- * Experimental protocols and associated biospecimens require meticulous organization and accessibility.
- * Existing systems may lack flexibility or real-time access for diverse research environments.
Purpose of the Study:
- * To introduce the Jackson Laboratory Colony Management System (JCMS) as a comprehensive software solution.
- * To detail the system's capabilities in managing mouse colony data, biospecimens, and experimental protocols.
- * To highlight JCMS's accessibility and utility for researchers and laboratory managers.
Main Methods:
- * JCMS is a software application designed for Windows operating systems.
- * Accessible via web browsers on Windows, Macintosh, and Linux.
- * Supports single-user to medium-group configurations.
- * Features transaction-based data entry for sample and data tracking.
- * Provides date-driven work reports and flexible query forms.
Main Results:
- * JCMS offers operational support for colony management and experimental workflows.
- * Enables efficient sample and data tracking.
- * Allows researchers to retrieve specific database records using user-defined criteria.
- * Real-time database access is facilitated through integration with handheld devices, barcode readers, and wireless networks.
Conclusions:
- * JCMS provides a robust platform for managing critical research data in mouse colonies.
- * The system's flexibility and accessibility enhance research efficiency and data integrity.
- * Integration with modern technologies expands JCMS utility for real-time data management in diverse laboratory settings.
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