SnapGene
Plan, visualize, and document your everyday molecular biology procedures with ease and security.
Executive Summary
SnapGene is a molecular biology software platform designed for scientists to plan, visualize, and document their daily molecular biology procedures. It helps researchers avoid common cloning mistakes, ensures comprehensive record-keeping, and provides an intuitive interface for DNA manipulation and analysis. Acquired by Dotmatics in 2022, SnapGene offers end-to-end solutions for biology, chemistry, and data management, serving scientists at leading institutions and companies globally.
Use Cases
- Planning and simulating molecular cloning procedures (e.g., Restriction Cloning, Gibson Assembly, Gateway Cloning).
- Designing and verifying DNA constructs and primers.
- Analyzing DNA and protein sequences, including alignment and open reading frame prediction.
- Documenting experimental procedures and changes to DNA molecules for reproducibility.
- Simulating gene editing experiments (CRISPR/Cas9, TALEN, ZFN) to pre-validate feasibility.
- Teaching molecular biology concepts and techniques in academic settings.
Features
Visibility
- Annotated Plasmid Maps: Create and browse richly annotated plasmid maps, displaying features, restriction sites, and primers.
- DNA/Protein Sequence Visualization: Gain unparalleled visibility of DNA or protein sequences, with customizable displays for enzyme sites, ORFs, and translations.
- Graphical History Tracking: Automatically generates a detailed graphical history of every sequence edit and cloning procedure for comprehensive documentation.
- Agarose Gel Simulations: Simulate agarose gel electrophoresis to predict and verify results of restriction digests or PCR reactions.
Intelligence
- In-silico Cloning Simulation: Effortlessly design, simulate, and visualize plasmids, primers, and DNA constructs using an intuitive in-silico cloning tool.
- Automated Primer Design: Allows users to simulate standard PCR with custom primers or automatically design primers for various applications.
- Cloning Design Flaw Detection: Identifies potential design flaws in cloning procedures, enabling researchers to correct issues before experimental execution.
- Gene Editing System Simulation: Supports simulation operations for advanced gene editing systems including CRISPR/Cas9, TALEN, and ZFN.
Support
- Comprehensive User Guides: Access detailed user guides and documentation to navigate and utilize all features of the software effectively.
- SnapGene Academy: Educational resources and tutorials are available to help users learn and master molecular biology techniques within SnapGene.
- Free SnapGene Viewer: A free viewer application allows for easy sharing and viewing of SnapGene files, promoting collaboration without requiring a full license.
Technical Specifications
- Architecture
- Stand-alone desktop application
- Deployment
- On-premise
- Authentication
- Email sign-in, SSO
- API Available
- No
- MCP Server
- No
AI/ML Stack
- Machine Learning
Integrations
- Benchling
- GenBank
- FASTA
- Vector NTI
- Geneious
Security & Compliance
Encryption: HTTPS for communications (licensing, updates, anonymous statistics).
Pricing
- Model
- Per user/year subscription
- Starting Price
- Commercial: $1,845/user/year; Academic: $350/user/year
- Target Customer
- Academic institutions, research laboratories, biotech companies
- Contract Type
- Annual
- Free Trial
- Yes, Not specified (credit card required)
About SnapGene
SnapGene is a software company specializing in molecular biology tools, providing solutions for planning, visualizing, and documenting molecular biology procedures. Their flagship product, SnapGene, is widely used by scientists globally to streamline cloning processes and enhance research efficiency. In 2022, SnapGene became part of Dotmatics, a scientific R&D software platform.