eLabFTW API
Programmatic access to eLabFTW data for reading and writing experiment and resource information.
Executive Summary
The eLabFTW API provides a robust interface for external applications to interact directly with the eLabFTW electronic lab notebook (ELN) system. It enables programmatic access to critical research data, allowing users to automate data entry, retrieve experimental results, and manage resources without manual intervention through the web interface. This API is designed for researchers, developers, and IT professionals who need to integrate eLabFTW with other laboratory information management systems (LIMS), data analysis tools, or custom scripts. It facilitates seamless data flow, enhancing efficiency and reproducibility in research and development workflows by enabling automated data exchange and process orchestration.
Use Cases
- Automating data entry from lab instruments into eLabFTW.
- Integrating eLabFTW experiment data with external data analysis platforms.
- Programmatically managing research resources and inventory within eLabFTW.
- Developing custom dashboards or reporting tools using eLabFTW data.
- Synchronizing experiment metadata with institutional repositories or LIMS.
Technical Specifications
- Architecture
- RESTful API architecture, enabling stateless communication over HTTP/HTTPS with JSON payloads for data exchange.
- Deployment
- Self-Hosted
- Authentication
- API Keys, OAuth/OIDC
- API Available
- Yes
Security & Compliance
Encryption: Data in transit is secured using HTTPS/TLS encryption.
Pricing
- Target Customer
- Research Institutions,Universities,Biotech Companies
About eLabFTW
eLabFTW is an open-source electronic laboratory notebook (ELN) manager for research teams, designed by researchers for researchers. It enables users to store and organize research experiments and related data, and features a database for managing laboratory resources. Deltablot, founded in 2019, provides hosting and support services for eLabFTW users globally.