Melbourne, Australia, 10 April 2024 — MGI Tech Co., Ltd. (“MGI”), a company committed to building core tools and technology to lead life sciences, today showcased its latest storage solutions catering to a variety of sample storage needs, including MGICLab-LT, MGICLab-LN55K, and MGICLab-LN55K Pro, at the ISBER 2024 Annual Meeting and Exhibits, held from 9 to 12 April in Melbourne. MGI also recently launched the 2024 iteration of its “What If We Had A Choice!” global campaign, following the success of last year.
What if an automated biobank could ease work and transcend life?
MGI’s storage products are designed to address complex sample data management, reduce the risks of contamination due to human handling, and overcome other challenges inherent in traditional cryogenic sample storage. These issues can significantly affect the efficiency and quality of scientific research. With a commitment to streamlining workflows and enhancing sample preservation standards, MGI introduced the MGICLab-LT (low temperature) Series and LN (liquid nitrogen) Series.
“Our commitment to building tools to store, read, and write life information drives our development of innovative solutions in biobanking,” said Dr Roy Tan, General Manager of MGI Asia Pacific. “By offering advanced sample storage solutions, we empower researchers to store and access invaluable biological samples more efficiently, enabling breakthroughs in scientific research and applications.”
The MGICLab-LT Automated Ultra-low Temperature Biorepository features robotic vertical sample storage units at -80°C, providing reliable, stable, and safe storage for different-scale preservation of various sample types, including blood, tissue, nucleic acids, proteins, microorganisms, and more, based on customised requirements. Since its launch, MGICLab-LT has contributed to preserving high-quality fishery germplasm resources and supporting the sustainable development of marine fisheries across China.
Meanwhile, the LN Series preserves sample viability at cryogenic temperatures as low as -196°C, ensuring stable storage even under rigorous conditions. The system combines a monitoring and alarm system with storage for consumables of various formats. Specifically, the MGICLab-LN55K accommodates consumables in SBS standard formats with a capacity of up to 55,000 0.75 ml cryotubes. With an automated robotic arm retrieval system and a built-in intelligent data management system, it creates a fully automated workflow, making sample storage more effortless than ever.
At this year’s ISBER, MGI also debuted the flagship MGICLab-LN55K Pro internationally. The system stands at the forefront of sample safety and offers a host of advantages designed to optimise sample storage and management, including:
- Sample Integrity Assurance: Maintains temperatures ≤ -150°C during storage and retrieval, preserving sample quality. Equipped with automatic barcode scanners, it ensures reliable operations across various sampling scenarios.
- Smart Management: Provides one-click automated sample access, customizable inventory audits, and automatic liquid nitrogen level detection and refilling, preventing frost damage and ensuring seamless operation.
- Optimal Compatibility and Expandability: Supports SBS standard cryovials and open consumables, can be integrated with third-party platforms, and offers smart IoT capabilities for real-time sample tracing and seamless integration with other MGI products.
By harnessing the power of automation and innovation, MGI is dedicated to empowering researchers and institutions to overcome challenges in sample management and biobanking. With the launch of MGICLab-LN55K Pro and its accompanying storage product line, MGI is poised to transform biobank applications, driving advancements in healthcare, research, and beyond.
What if we had a choice? – Presenting MGI’s latest strategic campaign
Launched in 2023, the global “What If We Had A Choice!” campaign by MGI aims to shift industry dialogue from linear comparisons of platform specifications to customer-centred solutions. The campaign allows scientists, researchers, and decision-makers to explore possibilities for fulfilling their most pressing genomics needs and aspirations.
On 3 April, in line with this initiative, MGI unveiled a pipeline of its participation in prominent events throughout 2024. At these events, the company will showcase its latest innovations, leading applications, and intelligent solutions. Attendees will also have the opportunity to learn about impact stories within the MGI community that are driving scientific advances. The journey begins at the Human Genome Meeting 2024, 8–10 April in Rome, Italy, and continues at the ISBER 2024 Annual Meeting and Exhibits.
MGI welcomes all attendees to visit its booth #33 in Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre during ISBER 2024 and explore its latest range of storage solutions under the MGICLab-LT and LN Series. For more information on MGI’s storage product line, please contact MGI-service@mgi-tech.com .
