Scispot GLUE seamlessly connects with hundreds of instruments using a universal agent.
What is GLUE and How Does It Work?
Scispot’s GLUE is a powerful tool designed to bridge laboratory instruments, like mass spectrometers, with the Scispot platform. As detailed in the Agilent Mass Spectrometry Integration article, GLUE automates data transfer from instruments to Scispot, offering features such as real-time data syncing and automated workflows. This eliminates manual data handling, reduces errors, and accelerates research workflows. For the Orbitrap Astral, GLUE performs a similar role, capturing data directly from the instrument and delivering it to Scispot Labsheets.
The setup process is straightforward, as outlined in the Installing Scispot Agents article. By installing Scispot agents on lab computers and configuring them to connect to the Orbitrap Astral, researchers enable GLUE to automatically transfer data as experiments conclude. This ease of setup ensures labs can quickly adopt the system and benefit from its automation capabilities.
How GLUE Integrates the Orbitrap Astral with Scispot Labsheets?
Once configured, GLUE enables a seamless data pipeline from the Orbitrap Astral to Scispot Labsheets. Here’s how it works:
Automated Data Capture
When an experiment finishes on the Orbitrap Astral, GLUE immediately retrieves the raw data and uploads it to Scispot. This automation, highlighted in the Agilent Mass Spectrometry Integration article, eliminates the need for manual file transfers, saving time and reducing errors.Structured Data in Labsheets
The data is organized into Scispot Labsheets, a tabular format that arranges information into rows and columns for easy access. Typical columns include:Study ID: Unique study identifier (e.g., S001).
Sample_Run Date: Date of the run (e.g., 2025-01-07).
Elemental Composition: Chemical formula (e.g., C15H13N3O4).
Retention Time: Time in minutes (e.g., 5.33).
Theoretical m/z and Experimental m/z: Predicted and observed mass-to-charge ratios.
Intensity: Signal strength for quantification.
S/N (Signal-to-Noise Ratio): Data quality metric.
Comments: Notes from researchers (e.g., "High-quality signal").
Real-Time Access
With GLUE’s real-time syncing, data is instantly available in Labsheets, allowing researchers to begin analysis without delay. Scispot’s tools for sorting, filtering, and searching make it simple to focus on specific data points.Collaboration and Compliance
Labsheets support team collaboration by allowing multiple users to view and edit data in real time. Every change is logged with timestamps and user details, ensuring a traceable audit trail for regulatory compliance.
Key Benefits of GLUE for Orbitrap Astral Users
The integration offers several advantages:
Automation: GLUE handles data transfer automatically, minimizing manual effort.
Speed: Real-time syncing provides immediate access to results.
Simplicity: The Installing Scispot Agents article emphasizes how easy it is to set up GLUE, requiring only agent installation and basic configuration.
Accuracy: Structured data organization preserves integrity and eliminates transcription errors.
Example in Action
Imagine a proteomics team analyzing protein samples with the Orbitrap Astral. After a run, GLUE transfers the data to a Labsheet, where the researcher can:
Filter by Study ID (e.g., "S001") to isolate relevant samples.
Compare Theoretical m/z and Experimental m/z to check accuracy.
Assess signal quality using Intensity and S/N.
Add a Comment like "Re-run sample" if issues arise.
This streamlined process shifts focus from data management to scientific insights.
GLUE also lets you create AI enabled insights based on the harmonized data in Scispot. Here is an example:
