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Conception, Implementation, and Integration of Heterogenous Information Technology Infrastructures in the Qatar

Eleni Fthenou1, Ameena Al Emadi1, Fahad F Mahal1

  • 1Qatar Biobank, Qatar Foundation for Education, Science, and Community, Doha, Qatar.

Biopreservation and Biobanking
|December 14, 2019
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The Qatar Biobank implemented Onyx, an open-source software, to manage biospecimens and data efficiently. This IT solution enhances research capabilities and supports evidence-based healthcare policies in Qatar.

Area of Science:

  • Biotechnology
  • Biobanking Informatics
  • Health Informatics

Background:

  • Qatar Biobank (QBB) aims to be a vital resource for medical research and health policy in Qatar.
  • Effective management of high-quality human biospecimens and associated data is crucial for QBB's mission.
  • Traditional information management systems present inflexibility challenges for biobanks.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present the information technology (IT) solutions implemented by the Qatar Biobank.
  • To highlight the adoption of a free, open-source software as a viable alternative to commercial solutions.
  • To demonstrate the customization of software for integrating diverse clinical and laboratory systems.

Main Methods:

  • Evaluation of available free, open-source software solutions for biobanking operations.
Keywords:
IT infrastructureQatar Biobankdata integration

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  • Selection and implementation of Onyx (from ObiBa) as the core IT platform.
  • Development of custom components for interfacing clinical devices, Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), and Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS).

    • Main Results:

    • Successful deployment of Onyx to manage biospecimen and phenotypic data.
    • Achieved integration capabilities with various clinical and research systems, overcoming compatibility issues.
    • Established a flexible and adaptable IT infrastructure supporting QBB's operational needs.

    Conclusions:

    • Open-source software like Onyx offers a reliable and cost-effective alternative for biobank information management.
    • Careful evaluation and selection of hardware and software are essential for automating biobank operations.
    • The implemented IT solutions enhance QBB's capacity to serve as a critical resource for medical research and healthcare policy in Qatar.