OmicsNest: All-in-One Bioinformatics Platform for Omics
OmicsNest is MGI’s all-in-one bioinformatics platform, purpose-built for multi-omics analysis. It brings sequencing task management and bioinformatics analysis together in a single, one-stop solution — deeply integrated with the ZLIMS/PaaZ laboratory management system and seamlessly connected to MGI sequencing devices.
The platform supports end-to-end workflows including metagenomics, whole genome sequencing, and targeted sequencing, and is compatible with both long-read and short-read sequencing technologies. From sample-in to report-out, OmicsNest delivers efficient, stable analysis services for application scenarios worldwide.
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Product Overview
Product Specification
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Overview | All-in-one bioinformatics platform for multi-omics analysis, integrating sequencing task management with bioinformatics analysis in a single solution. |
| Integration | Deep interfacing with ZLIMS/PaaZ laboratory management system; seamless connection to MGI sequencing devices. |
| Supported Workflows | End-to-end software support for metagenomics, whole genome sequencing, and targeted sequencing. |
| Sequencing Compatibility | Compatible with both long-read and short-read sequencing data analysis. |
| Licensing Options | Flexible models — outright purchase, annual subscription, or bundled with library prep kits; fully customisable analysis applications. |
| Analysis Pipelines | One-click access to professional multi-omics pipelines: metagenomics, whole genome sequencing, targeted genome analysis. |
| Architecture | Lightweight architecture for operational stability; containerised software packaging for rapid client-side deployment; multi-threaded parallel processing for analysis efficiency. |
Full Coverage of Long & Short Reads
Multi-Domain Application Analysis
Fully compatible with short-read and long-read sequencing data, covering multiple domains including public health, environmental & biodiversity, agriculture & food safety, forensic science & education, and biologics quality control. Built-in standardized analysis workflows require no manual coding.
15+ standardized bioinformatics analysis workflows
Multi-sample parallel computing*
*Maximum per batch
End-to-End Smart Connectivity
Full-Process Automation
The platform deeply interfaces with MGI DNBSEQ sequencing platforms, ZLIMS Laboratory Management Systems, and automated sample processing equipment, enabling integrated automatic flow of sample information, raw sequencing data, analysis tasks, and test reports. No manual data export/import is required, eliminating cross-system operational errors and improving overall laboratory turnaround efficiency.
70% reduction in manual operations
Supports unified scheduling and management of multiple sequencers
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | OmicsNest Bioinformatics Platform |
| Model | OmicsNest |
| ZLIMS Version | ZLIMS V3.0.4.251124 and above |
| PaaZ Version | PaaZ V4.0.2.251124 and above |
| CPU | Intel Xeon Gold 6530 × 2 |
| Number of CPU Threads | 128 |
| Memory | 256 GB |
| Storage (HDD) | 28 TB (RAID 5) |
| Storage (SSD) | 4 TB |
Product Applications
Performance Parameters
| Bioinformatics Software | Sequencing Length | Data Volume / Data Yield | OmicsNest Bioinformatics Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARGs_OAP | PE150 | 34M | 35 min |
| ATOPlex MES(ATOPlex MultiPCR Explorer Software) | PE100 | 5M | 22 min 1s |
| FIS(DNA Signature Identification Software) | SE400 | 1.2M(2samples) | 13 min |
| FIS.SNP | SE50 | 1.4M(2samples) | 2 min |
| FluTrack(MGI FluTrack software) | PE100 | 5M | 37 min 23s |
| metargetCOVID(MGI metargetCOVID software) | SE100 | 2.5M | 8 mins 44s |
| MGAP(Microbial Genome Analysis Pipeline) | SE100 | 1.5M | 4 min 33s |
| MGA(Microbial Genome Assembler) | Long read | 50X | 19 min 2s |
| MTB_Explorer_ATOPlex(MTB_Explorer Software) | PE150 | 3M | 32 min 47s |
| MTB_Explorer_WGS(MTB_Explorer Software) | PE150 | 10M | 12 min |
| PFI(Platform of microorganisms Fast Identification) | SE50 | 25M(4samples) | 25 min |
| MetaSIS(Metabarcoding Species Identification Software) | PE150 | 50K(6samples) | 3 min 42s |
| ATOPlex MMRS(ATOPlex MultiPCR Microbiome Research Software) | PE150 | 2.5M | 6 min 14s |
| HIV GenomePro(HIV GenomePro) | PE150 | 2M | 30 min 55s |
| HIVlongSeq(HIVlongSeq) | Long read | 10K(each amplicon) | 36 min 57s |
| VIS(Vector Identification Software) | PE150 | 10M | 4 min 9s |
| VIRUS(Virus Identification for Rapid and Universal Screening Software) | PE150 | 2.5M | 15 min 20s |
Workflow
| Step 1: Sample Sequencing Output | Step 2: Task Creation & Scheduling | Step 3: Bioinformatics Computing | Step 4: Automated Result Generation | Step 5: Report Delivery & Archiving |
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Software Portfolio
| Software | Description | Catalog No. |
|---|---|---|
| PFI (Platform of microorganisms Fast Identification) | Comprehensive and rapid microbial identification, antibiotic resistance gene annotation, and virulence factor annotation. | 970-000208-00 |
| MGAP (Microbial Genome Analysis Pipeline) | Microbial assembly, assembly evaluation, gene prediction, functional annotation, and evolutionary traceability. | 970-000109-00 |
| MGA (Microbial Genome Assembler) | Microbial assembly and assembly evaluation. | 970-000527-00 |
| VIS (Vector Identification Software) | Vector species identification from mNGS sequencing data. | 970-000328-00 |
| VIRUS (Virus Identification for Rapid and Universal Screening Software) | Based on mNGS technology, unbiased detection of all DNA/RNA viruses without preset targets. | 970-000667-00 |
| FluTrack (MGI FluTrack software) | Provides identification, assembly, traceability, and mutation detection analysis for influenza A and B. | 970-000225-00 |
| metargetCOVID (MGI metargetCOVID software) | Provides SARS-CoV-2 sequence alignment, mutation detection, lineage typing, and evolutionary traceability analysis. Supports mixed lineage detection in environmental samples such as wastewater. | 970-000228-00 |
| MTB_Explorer (MTB_Explorer Software) | Composed of MTB_Explorer_ATOPlex and MTB_Explorer_WGS sub_software, targeting whole_genome and drug_resistance target region sequencing data analysis of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. | 970-000385-00 |
| FIS (DNA Signature Identification Software) | Covers QC, SNP, STR, MT and other modules, enabling sample comparison, biogeographic ancestry, and phenotype prediction. | 970-000294-00 |
| ATOPlex MES (ATOPlex MultiPCR Explorer Software) | For multiplex PCR targeted sequencing data, completing primer trimming, mutation detection, consensus sequence output, and signature sequence identification. | 970-000496-00 |
| ATOPlex MMRS (ATOPlex MultiPCR Microbiome Research Software) | Resequencing analysis workflow for microbial ATOPlex whole_genome amplicon data, including sequence alignment, mutation detection, and consensus sequence generation, with pathogen typing capabilities. | 970-000518-00 |
| FIS Suite (DNA Signature Identification Software Suite) | Covers QC, SNP, STR, MT and other modules, enabling sample comparison, biogeographic ancestry, and phenotype prediction. | 970-000294-00 |
| HIVlongSeq (HIVlongSeq) | Includes modules for data QC, data trimming, sequence assembly, quasispecies screening, subtype identification, and mutation detection, for near full_length HIV_1 genome analysis. | 970-000557-00 |
| HIV GenomePro (HIV GenomePro) | Enables HIV viral sequence assembly, mutation detection, drug resistance testing, viral typing, and phylogenetic analysis. | 970-000281-00 |
| MetaSIS (Metabarcoding Species Identification Software) | For macro_barcode sequencing amplicon data, analysing species composition, diversity, and community structure. | 970-000417-00 |
Ordering Information
| Product Name | Included Software | Cat. No |
|---|---|---|
| OmicsNest Bioinformatics Platform | — | 900-001195-00 |
| Field Application Software Bundle, Optional Paid Software |
Microbial Genome Analysis Pipeline, MGAP Microbial Genome Assembler, MGA Platform of microorganisms Fast Identification, PFI Vector Identification Software, VIS Virus Identification for Rapid and Universal Screening Software, VIRUS DNA Signature Identification Software, FIS ATOPlex MultiPCR Explorer Software, ATOPlex MES ATOPlex MultiPCR Microbiome Research Software, ATOPlex MMRS DNA Signature Identification Software Suite, FIS Suite MGI FluTrack software MGI metargetCOVID software HIVlongSeq HIV GenomePro MTB-Explorer Software Metabarcoding Species Identification Software, MetaSIS |
970-000583-00, Annual Package |
| Whole Genomics and Metagenomics Application Software Bundle, Optional Paid Software |
Microbial Genome Analysis Pipeline, MGAP Microbial Genome Assembler, MGA Platform of microorganisms Fast Identification, PFI Vector Identification Software, VIS Virus Identification for Rapid and Universal Screening Software, VIRUS |
970-000632-00, Annual Package |
| Targeted Genomics Application Software Bundle, Optional Paid Software |
ATOPlex MultiPCR Explorer Software, ATOPlex MES ATOPlex MultiPCR Microbiome Research Software, ATOPlex MMRS DNA Signature Identification Software Suite, FIS Suite MGI FluTrack software MGI metargetCOVID software Metabarcoding Species Identification Software, MetaSIS MTB-Explorer Software HIVlongSeq HIV GenomePro |
970-000633-00, Annual Package |
For inquiries about the outright purchase of individual software, please contact us separately.
System Parameters
Smart Connectivity
- Seamless integration with MGI sequencers and lab automation systems delivers a fully connected bioinformatics workflow, from sample-in to report-out.
Universal Analysis Engine
- Compatible with both long-read and short-read data analysis, with one-click access to metagenomics, whole genome sequencing, and targeted genome pipelines.
Flexible Licensing
- Buy-out, annual subscription, or bundled with library prep kits — freely customisable to fit different lab workflows and budgets.
Premium Performance
- Lightweight, containerised architecture with multi-threaded parallel processing for fast, stable analysis and rapid client-side deployment.
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