Batch Analysis Mode Makes New Flow Cytometry Software Even More Powerful

Using the latest version of VenturiOne® flow cytometry data analysis software, up to 400 files can be fully analysed concurrently in less than ten seconds. This speed is a direct result of the patent pending multi-processor technology that lies at the heart of Applied Cytometry’s VenturiOne concept.

In addition to performing such rapid batch analyses, VenturiOne v3 also produces significantly enhanced reports, generated from within the software itself.

Being able to handle up to 400 files at one time makes the new version of VenturiOne ideal for analysing data generated from multiple 96-well formats, right up to 384 well plates. Furthermore, its inherent flexibility and simplicity of set-up means it can handle the vast majority of a laboratory’s routine workload.

As standard, the new software works in background calculation mode, which means that files are analysed as soon as they are selected. This considerably speeds up the time to result whilst removing the need to select all the required files before each run commences. However, when larger data files need to be analysed, for example in rare event detection, the background mode can be switched off. This allows files to be analysed sequentially, thereby avoiding any delays in reporting. There is also scope to modify protocols on the fly.

The sheer speed of VenturiOne v3 means users now have the time to perform numerous ‘what if’ analyses on their data to help them identify classifier populations and outcomes they would otherwise have missed had they relied on standard flow cytometry analysis protocols, running on slower software packages.

Once the data has been analysed, it can be presented in easy-to-interpret graphics using the newly enhanced report capabilities of VenturiOne v3. Since these are incorporated into the new software, there is no need to export the data to a standalone reporting package. In designing the report generation, Applied Cytometry’s programmers have ensured it is highly intuitive and easy to learn by anyone used to modern office tools.

Commenting on the launch of version 3, Dr Tracey Long, Marketing Manager for Applied Cytometry, said, “The performance of the latest version of VenturiOne underlines the inherent superiority of our patent pending multi-processor technology. In addition, the introduction of batch analysis and the improved reporting capabilities shows our total commitment to developing software that pushes back the boundaries in flow cytometry data analysis and helps users get the most out of modern flow cytometers and labelling techniques.”

Applied Cytometry plans to continue to enhance its VenturiOne software, and all users will receive free upgrades introduced within 12 months of purchase.