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Title: Making the Case for Paperless Research

Author: Mohan, Prem Article Type: Product Analysis
Source: PharmaGenomics, v4 n2 p20(3) Publication Date: Feb 2004
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The demand for fully electronic research in the form of an electronic laboratory notebook (ELN) is growing for many reasons. Proponents believe that transitioning to paperless research will result in production gains in research and cost efficiencies. Safety and security of intellectual property is also a critical issue. Paper notebooks are liable to theft and accidental loss and destruction. They do not allow for quick searches nor can they be disseminated in real time. Recently, technologies that enable ELNs have evolved in their maturity. Vendors are just now understanding what kinds of functions and capabilities ELN need to have. While specifications are diverse, many agree that what all ELNs should possess are a user-friendly interface; an open, scalable platform, advanced searching functions; the capability for long-term storage and easy access; a secure and auditable system for monitoring access to data; and standard-compliant archiving functionality. The time is ripe to push ELNs for mainstream adoption.

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