Illumina and SPT Labtech launch fireflyGO to automate cancer genomics research, speeding results and reducing lab work.

Illumina and SPT Labtech introduced the fireflyGO platform, an automated liquid handling and library preparation system designed to streamline targeted oncology research workflows. Integrated with Illumina's MiSeq i100 sequencers and Pillar Biosciences' oncoReveal panels, fireflyGO reduces manual labor, improves reproducibility, and accelerates genomic testing in cancer research. This innovation aims to make next-generation sequencing more accessible and efficient, supporting faster diagnosis and treatment decisions. The platform and expanded oncology panels were showcased at the ASCO Annual Meeting, highlighting Illumina's commitment to advancing cancer genomics.