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by perceptron 2y ago
Hi Dash! The system uses a disposable plastic consumable that gets replaced after each run. In terms of design trade offs, its not just a electrowetting system. It employs complex magnetic manipulation, thermal controls and other forms of s
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by perceptron 2y ago
Those sample might be hard to process on the current form of Callisto. The instrument is priced at $125k. Your per sample cost comes down to $20 - $100 depending on the workflow. For several workflows Volta provides reagents as well. So tha
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by perceptron 2y ago
The name 'Callisto' refers to one of Jupiter's moons. It indeed mirrors the system's qualities and capabilities. Specifically, the name signifies the grandeur of this planet and its moons.
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by perceptron 2y ago
We do not have firsthand experience with the Nuclera's chip based system. But there are some key differences based on what we can find online: - their system uses display technology based backpanel from Eink to activate the electrodes.
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by perceptron 2y ago
We have not processes any environmental samples yet. Previously we have looked at Zymo microbial community, that as far as it goes with synthetic communities. But with some fluidics focussed work, I dont see it would not be possible to extr
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by perceptron 2y ago
Awesome to see this!!! I am curious about the solution you have on there: - Is this built on Opentrons or something similar? - Was this an off the shelf solution or something you built? - I would also be curious about the sample batch size
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by perceptron 2y ago
1. We have a rigorous validation plan for ensuring that the applications on the platform perform robustly. We also operate in an industry where the standards are very high and samples being processed are previous and there are no excuses fo
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by perceptron 2y ago
Yes - I'm confident in our ability to build and support our product for several reasons. We've recruited exceptional talents who believe in Volta's mission, and we are making deliberate adjustments to better listen, learn, an
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by perceptron 2y ago
Thank you for the valuable criticism. - We created this video specifically for the HackerNews community, opting for simple language to cater to a broad audience. - We are open to filming again to showcase more of the technology. - The Calli
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by perceptron 2y ago
In response to your first question, there are notable differences between the NeoPrep and Callisto, and between Voltrax and Callisto. NeoPrep / Voltrax vs Callisto: - NeoPrep and Voltrax primarily use electrowetting to manipulate sampl
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by perceptron 2y ago
Great questions actually. To your second question, the current offering of the system is not hackable -- both instruments and consumables.
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by perceptron 2y ago
Your assessment is more or less spot on. We are replacing many pipetting steps with electric and magnetic manipulation of samples on a surface. Traditionally these operations when done manually (or even on other automation) are done inside
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by perceptron 2y ago
Hello! Yes this it the step that comes before Illumina machines as well as every other sequencer on the market. Samples coming out of Callisto can also feed into other sequencers including PacBio, Oxford Nanopore, Element, Ultima and other
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Launch HN: Volta Labs (YC W19) – Easier sample prep for genomics
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Volta Labs (YC W19) grabs $20M to address a growing genomics bottleneck(techcrunch.com)
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Build advanced automation at Volta Labs, Inc. (YC W19) as a software engineer(workatastartup.com)
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Mechanical Engineer to build advanced bio-automation at Volta (YC W19)(workatastartup.com)
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Volta Labs (YC W19) Is Hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer
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Volta (YC W19) Is Hiring an Electrical Engineer – ICs for Genome Engineering(jobs.lever.co)
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Volta (YC W19) Is Hiring an EE Intern – Programmable Chips for Biology(jobs.lever.co)
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by perceptron 11y ago
Interesting thought. The plastic tape is just a representative raw material. The plastic tape can totally be replaced with biodegradable material. The key idea is to start with something with no structural integrity, the tape as a sheet and
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by perceptron 11y ago
ProtoPiper is an attempt to bring the human back to material interaction, like in traditional craft practices. It is more than just a prototyping device. It helps you think about materials, gravity and structures.