We use a filemaker based system. Advantage of Filemaker is easy access over the web and use of Palm OS devices for data entry.
Abizar
www.innogenex.com

"Johnson, Teri" wrote:

> Hi all!
>
> I need to query the research folks again regarding what they are currently using to track specimens in their labs.  We recently saw a presentation of SQL*LIMS (laboratory information management system) and I personally like what I saw.  It's expensive, and we're looking to see what else is available and what others are using.
>
> I suspect many are using a manual system, but if others are using something else, even if it's a "homemade" database, I'm interested in learning what works in your facility.
>
> Thank you as always!
>
> Teri Johnson
> Manager Histology Core Facility
> Stowers Institute for Medical Research
> 1000 E. 50th St.
> Kansas City, Missouri  64110
> tjj@stowers-institute.org