- Ginkgo Bioworks (DNA, Financial) partners with Aura Genetics to deploy an advanced automation system.
- The Reconfigurable Automation Cart (RAC) system will enhance Aura Genetics' testing capabilities.
- Aura's new facility in Louisville, KY, aims to process tens of thousands of samples daily.
Ginkgo Bioworks (DNA), a leader in cell programming and biosecurity, has announced a strategic partnership with Aura Genetics to install its Reconfigurable Automation Cart (RAC) system at Aura's newly established high-throughput facility in Louisville, KY. This collaboration is set to significantly boost Aura Genetics' direct-to-consumer testing capabilities.
The state-of-the-art, 22,000-square-foot facility, strategically located at UPS Healthcare Labport near the Louisville airport, is designed for rapid sample processing and result delivery. With the deployment of Ginkgo's leading-edge automation technology, Aura Genetics anticipates processing tens of thousands of samples daily.
The partnership extends beyond technology deployment, encompassing joint protocol development, biovalidation, and comprehensive technical support. This agreement underscores both companies' commitment to innovation and operational efficiency, allowing Aura Genetics to accelerate turnaround times and expedite market introduction of innovative lab testing solutions.
"Our RAC system is poised to set new standards for laboratory automation," said Will Serber, General Manager of Ginkgo Automation. "We are thrilled to support Aura Genetics in scaling their operations efficiently and advancing their diagnostic testing services."
Anthony Nuccio, COO of Aura Genetics, remarked, "This partnership marks a significant leap forward for our company, enabling us to enhance our testing speed and reliability, thus offering superior service to consumers."
