Pioneering the Future of Genomic Analysis Platforms
From OakVar, trusted by researchers worldwide, to our next-generation Rust-based platform launching soon. We democratize access to genomics knowledge through cutting-edge, memory-safe software solutions.
Trusted by 200+ users worldwide
What We Do
We make blazingly-fast, memory-safe software systems for your bioinformatics needs
Web Servers
Do you need to offer your bioinformatics tools to the world? Do you need a graphical user interface for your internal tools? We can build such web servers.
- Modern web interfaces
- Scalable architecture
- Cloud deployment
- User authentication
Applications
Do you need to build bioinformatics applications for your research? We can build such applications with performance and reliability in mind.
- Custom applications
- Data processing
- Analysis tools
- Integration support
Pipelines
Need automated bioinformatics workflows? We design and implement robust, scalable pipelines that streamline your data processing from raw input to final analysis.
- Workflow automation
- Pipeline optimization
- Error handling
- Reproducible results
Our Process
Here are our 3 working steps to deliver your system
We develop with flexibility and efficiency. Your ideas further developed? No problem. We can accommodate.
Not sure if you can operate a bioinformatics system? No worries. We deliver a system so easy that you can just start using it.
Scope the project
We will have a call with you to hear what you need and give you a written proposal with the scope of deliverables and the price.
Iterative development
We will have regular calls with you to show you progress and get your feedback to reflect on the development process.
Turn-key delivery
We will deliver the finalized system so that you can just start using it.
Why Choose Us?
We bring solutions to make your life easier
Cutting-edge technology
We eliminate technical debt and use verified and stable modern technologies. For example, all our web servers are made with the Rust programming language, which was recommended by the White House for developing government systems due to its memory safety.
Experience
We have more than 20 years of experience in developing bioinformatics tools in a wide range of areas. Tools we developed are still in use after more than 10 years.
Commitment to excellence
We strive to deliver excellence. Your peace of mind is very important to us, so that you can just do the research you enjoy.
Next-Generation Genomic Annotation Platform
We're building the successor to OakVar. Written in Rust from the ground up, our new platform will deliver orders of magnitude improvements in performance, stability, and scalability. Experience the future of genomic analysis with memory-safe, blazingly fast processing that scales from individual researchers to enterprise deployments.
Memory Safe
Rust-powered reliability eliminates memory-related errors
Blazingly Fast
Orders of magnitude performance improvements
Enterprise Scale
Built for massive genomic datasets and workflows
Leave your worry to us
Enjoy your research with our tools. Let us handle the complex technical implementation.
Hire Us TodayAbout Us
We are Oak Bioinformatics
Dedicated to high-quality bioinformatics products that make genomics accessible to academia, industry, and consumers worldwide.
Ryangguk Kim, PhD
CEO & Founder
Ryangguk Kim obtained BS, MS, and PhD in biological sciences and biotechnology at the Seoul National University. He went through post-doctoral training in bioinformatics and computational biology at The Georgia Institute of Technology, The University at Buffalo, and The University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
Before founding Oak Bioinformatics, LLC, Ryangguk worked as a bioinformatics scientist at In Silico Solutions, LLC and Kiromic Biopharma, Inc. for 11 years, bringing over 20 years of experience in developing cutting-edge bioinformatics tools and solutions.
Our Mission
"Enjoy your research. Leave programming to us." We believe that researchers should focus on what they do best - advancing science and making discoveries. Our role is to provide the technological foundation that makes their work faster, more reliable, and more impactful.
Our Technologies
Cutting-Edge Technology Stack
We use the most advanced and reliable technologies to build robust, scalable bioinformatics solutions that stand the test of time.
Memory-Safe Programming
We use Rust for system-level programming, recommended by the White House for its memory safety guarantees.
Scalable Architecture
Our solutions are designed to scale from small research projects to enterprise-level deployments.
Modern Stack
We leverage the latest technologies and best practices to ensure your tools remain cutting-edge.
Web
Full-stack web server development with front-end and back-end frameworks
Cloud
Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
Big Data
Apache Spark, Dask, Pandas, Hadoop, and other leading tools
Containerization
Proficiency with leading containerization technology including Docker and Kubernetes
NGS
Processing, analysis, and handling of next-generation sequencing data
Cluster Computing
Established technologies for cluster computing including PBS and Slurm
Database
Major database architectures including MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, and Google Big Query
Languages
Python, Java, Javascript, R, C, C++, Rust, Matlab, and other performant programming languages
Simulation
Molecular simulation methods including protein-ligand (drug) docking and protein folding
Visualization
DNA, RNA, and protein visualization on GUI and browser
Version Control
Best practices for leading version control systems including Git and GitHub
Science
Deep knowledge on biological sciences including genomics, bioinformatics, and molecular biology
Don't see what you need?
We're always learning and adapting to new technologies. If you have specific requirements, let's discuss how we can help.
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