“Prismea played a crucial role in our project, overseeing the development of a machine learning algorithm to identify autophagy inducers using image-based data. Their expertise in project management, technical guidance, and setting up infrastructure like AWS ensured our data processing pipelines ran efficiently.
What stood out most was their ability to communicate clearly, adapt to challenges, and focus on practical solutions that kept the project moving forward. Their support with version control and code management allowed our team to concentrate on the core research without being bogged down by operational complexities.
Working with Prismea was a great experience, and I’d highly recommend them to any team looking for a pragmatic, knowledgeable, and reliable partner.”
“Working with Prismea had a significant impact on our bioinformatics team's cloud DevOps. Although we had a solid foundation in cloud technologies, we needed expert insights into cloud DevOps and an understanding of the unique challenges in biotech. Mark's scientific background and pragmatic approach made a real difference. His strategic recommendations provided us with a clear path forward without unnecessary complexity. The collaboration was a true two-way partnership, and the high-level guidance we received has already led to meaningful improvements. Prismea truly understands the intersection of science and software engineering, making them an invaluable partner for any biotech company navigating cloud solutions.”
“Our lab lacked in-house bioinformatics expertise, which became a major hurdle when conducting a single-cell RNA sequencing experiment. We reached out to Mark, and his expertise proved invaluable. He not only helped us design the experiment and ensure it was statistically sound but also provided quality control and analysis of the data, allowing us to draw meaningful conclusions.
Mark’s support was instrumental in securing funding, as the data he helped generate strengthened our grant application, which was approved without issue. His contributions have also been included in a manuscript currently under review for publication.
Beyond delivering high-quality analysis, Mark played a key role in building our internal capabilities. Thanks to his guidance, one of our team members has now become proficient in bioinformatics, and we’ve since expanded our team to include a dedicated bioinformatician.
We highly recommend Mark to any research group needing bioinformatics expertise—his knowledge, professionalism, and collaborative approach make all the difference.”
“At CryoLogyx, maintaining quality, consistency, and traceability in our lab processes is critical. Prismea’s Sample Safe has been a game-changer, allowing us to centralize our sample tracking, inventory management, SOPs, and experiment data in one digital space.
As a growing biotech startup, flexibility is key for us—we appreciated that Prismea offered a trial-based approach without rigid contracts, making adoption seamless. Beyond inventory management, Sample Safe has also become our go-to digital lab notebook, streamlining data storage and experiment tracking.
The team at Prismea has been highly responsive to our needs, even accommodating unique feature requests. Their commitment to continuous improvement reassures us that we’ve chosen the right partner for our lab operations.”
“As a wet lab researcher new to single-cell sequencing, the guidance and expertise provided by the Prismea team – especially Mark - was of great value to this project. Their unbiased, mathematical approach ensured that our data was processed and analysed correctly, and met the highest industry and publishing standards.
Prismea came highly recommended, and from the start they helped refine our experimental design, ensuring data quality and statistical power. This deep knowledge ensured that valuable time and British Heart Foundation funding was not wasted on unusable data.
Working with Prismea was a fantastic experience. Their ability to bridge the gap between wet lab science and bioinformatics made a huge difference, and I’d recommend them to any researcher tackling complex data analysis.”
“Prismea have enabled us to strengthen our plans, focus our technical efforts, refine our hiring schedule [...] in a way that supports our key business goals.”
CSO - Covid testing company
“The policies and procedures that Prismea created for us not only met our needs for software development under ISO15189, but also seamlessly linked into our existing Azure DevOps processes and QA systems.”
Director - Clinical diagnostic company
“Prismea have provided a complete, joined up service: from bioinformatic analyses, to AWS cloud infrastructure as well as creating easy to implement PHI policies.
Prismea's professionalism and kindness in transferring knowledge to incoming scientists has made working with them incredibly easy and has helped us to grow our capabilities and team.”
Product manager - Start-up biotech company
“I highly recommend biotechs aiming to grow quickly to speak with Mark and team.”
“This course was absolutely brilliant – exactly the springboard I needed to finally start coding with confidence. I’ve been meaning to learn Python for ages, and Introduction to Python for Scientists exceeded all expectations.
The small group size was ideal – just six of us – which meant plenty of personalised support, and having two expert trainers on hand throughout made a huge difference. The sessions struck a great balance between teaching, hands-on practice, and discussion, and the pace was spot-on. Everything built up gradually and logically, from simple print statements to more advanced concepts like working with JSON and understanding how computers actually process code.
By the end, I felt genuinely confident writing my own Python scripts, manipulating data, creating graphs, and applying key programming principles like DRY and IPO. The quality of the teaching and support was outstanding – clear, practical, and incredibly encouraging.
My only suggestion would be to include a short summary booklet after the course with key terms and examples – it’d be a really handy resource. But overall, it was a fantastic experience and I’d wholeheartedly recommend it to any scientist keen to get to grips with coding.”
Tom Edmondson, Technical Lead, Revvity and course participant
“The Introduction to Python for Scientists course was an excellent experience. It struck the perfect balance between lectures, presentations, and practical exercises. Mark, our instructor, managed to make a subject that’s often considered dry genuinely engaging, and Gigi, the course assistant, was incredibly approachable and knowledgeable.
Although I’d used Python before during my master’s, it had been several years—and this course was the perfect refresher. It adapted well to my level and pushed me just enough to learn new skills and techniques, without ever feeling overwhelming.
By the end of the course, I felt confident writing basic Python scripts on my own. More importantly, it equipped me with the tools to problem-solve and continue building my skills independently. Mark was also very supportive and made it clear he was available for help after the course, which was reassuring.
I especially appreciated how the course didn’t just focus on Python syntax, but also covered working with real-world data formats like Excel and JSON—skills I’ve already been able to use in my role. The format was ideal: a smart mix of teaching, hands-on tasks, and discussion that kept things engaging across all three days. It was never dull, and the one-on-one attention really made a difference.
All in all, it was a well-designed course that catered to people with a range of prior experience. I’d absolutely recommend it—and would definitely be interested in a follow-up course to build on what we’ve learned.”
Elliot Derby, Technical Scientist, Revvity and course participant
“The Introduction to Python for Scientists course was a fantastic experience. As someone completely new to coding, I found the pace, structure, and content incredibly well thought out. It gave me a strong, practical foundation in Python—from working with different file types to confidently creating data visualisations.
The teaching style was one of the highlights: a great balance of explanation, hands-on practice, and discussion that made the learning feel natural and engaging. The instructors were brilliant—knowledgeable, supportive, and always ready with real-world examples that brought the material to life.
Even though I haven’t used Python since the course, I’m confident I could get back into it quickly because of how solid the grounding was. It really boosted my confidence.
If I had one suggestion, it would be to use more neutral examples in the early exercises to help beginners focus purely on the coding. A syntax cheat sheet would be a nice bonus too.
Overall, I’d highly recommend this course to anyone who wants a clear, practical, and confidence-boosting introduction to Python.”
Sam Nicholls, Laboratory Operations Supervisor, Revvity and course participant
“The Introduction to Python for Scientists course was brilliant – exactly the kind of practical, confidence-boosting training I’d been hoping for. It was accessible, engaging, and packed with useful content tailored to the kind of work I do day-to-day.
The range of topics covered was incredibly useful – from basic calculations and functions through to plotting, data frames, and working with Excel, CSV, and JSON files. It offered a well-rounded introduction to Python’s capabilities, especially for those of us in scientific roles.
What really stood out was the structure and delivery. The mix of slides, hands-on exercises, and open discussion kept the energy up and made the learning feel dynamic. Having a small group meant there was space for one-on-one support, which made a real difference when wrapping your head around the trickier bits.
By the end of the course, I felt confident writing basic Python scripts, creating and saving visualisations, and handling different file types – including JSON, which is particularly relevant for my role. The course also covered the basic functions of a computer, like binary and memory management, helping to explain some of the fundamental workings of Python , which I really appreciated.
Mark and Gigi were clear, supportive, and great at pitching explanations at just the right level. Their encouragement and practical tips made the whole experience feel really empowering.
I'd absolutely recommend this course to any scientist looking to get to grips with Python. A quick syntax cheat sheet and a bit more time on the fundamentals would be great additions – but overall, this was a superb course that’s given me the skills and enthusiasm to start using Python with confidence in my work.”
Sean Monks, Senior Production Process and Improvement Scientist, Revvity and course participant
“The Introduction to Python for Scientists course was absolutely fantastic for our team. The three-day format worked brilliantly – it gave us time to absorb the content properly, and by day three, everything really started to click.
The course struck a great balance between theory, practical exercises, and group discussion, and the delivery was top-notch. Mark and Gigi were a brilliant teaching duo – clear, supportive, and always on hand to answer questions. The relaxed, interactive approach kept everyone engaged, regardless of their starting skill level.
By the end of the course, our team felt genuinely confident writing basic Python scripts, working with real-world data, and handling formats like JSON that we use in our day-to-day work. The inclusion of low-level computer concepts like binary and CPU operations added unexpected value and helped us understand what’s happening behind the scenes.
We’d love to see more time spent on loops, if statements, and complex plotting in future versions, and a ‘cheat sheet’ for syntax would be a great resource to refer back to. But honestly, this course has laid a really solid foundation for our team, and sparked genuine enthusiasm for coding.
We’re already looking forward to the next level – especially if it’s tailored to our sector. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this course to any organisation looking to upskill their team in a practical, engaging, and empowering way.”
Sam Frost, Quality Scientist, Revvity and course participant