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Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELNs) play a central role in research data management by capturing experimental data in structured, searchable formats. In this presentation, we introduce Herbie, a semantic ELN developed to support diverse research domains, and its integration with other ELNs via the ELNdataBridge service.
Herbie is designed with modularity, interoperability, and semantic clarity in mind. At its core, Herbie is ontology-based, using machine-readable formats such as OWL and SHACL to structure experimental data and metadata. This semantic foundation enables precise annotation, lifecycle tracking of samples, and enhanced interoperability with other systems.
Herbie’s flexibility has enabled its deployment in a range of scientific domains. In biomaterials research, it supports the documentation of synthesis protocols, characterization workflows, biological assays, and clinical studies. In marine technology, Herbie has been adapted to couple the maintenance records and sensor data from underwater monitoring systems, demonstrating its applicability beyond traditional laboratory settings.
To enhance interoperability, Herbie connects with other ELNs and through ELNdataBridge, a service that enables standardized, secure, and automated data exchange. A key integration is with Chemotion, an ELN tailored for chemistry research. Through ELNdataBridge, users can synchronize datasets, share protocols, and ensure consistent metadata across platforms—facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration and long-term data stewardship.
This presentation will showcase real-world applications of Herbie and ELNdataBridge, highlighting how they support FAIR data principles. By bridging ELNs and RDM infrastructures, Herbie and ELNdataBridge contribute to a more connected and efficient scientific data landscape.
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