Optimize Your scRNA-seq Research with Protocol Benchmarking

refbench.org is the open platform helping researchers worldwide compare and select the best single-cell RNA sequencing protocols for their specific needs - with special focus on advancing science in Indonesia.

Why Benchmark Your Protocols?

Different scRNA-seq platforms and isolation methods significantly impact your results. Our platform provides data-driven insights to help you make informed decisions.

Objective Comparisons

Directly compare performance metrics across 10x Genomics, BD Rhapsody, Parse Biosciences, etc.

Isolation Method Analysis

Understand how Ficoll-Paque vs. CPT isolation affects cell recovery and transcriptome quality.

Cost-Benefit Insights

Evaluate protocols based on performance, cost, and accessibility for your specific research context.

Tropical Biology Focus

Specialized insights for researchers in Southeast Asia working on tropical diseases and local biology.

Advancing Indonesian Genomics Research

Born from Indonesia's scientific community, refbench.org is a collaborative platform developed by researchers for researchers. We address unique challenges faced in emerging research ecosystems through open innovation.

Community-Driven

Co-created with Indonesian universities and global partners.

Collaborative Science

Collaborative Science for Indonesia's Future

Capacity Building

Training resources and workshops for Indonesian researchers.

Local Biology

Protocol optimization for tropical diseases and endemic species.

Advancing Indonesian Science Through Global Collaboration

Supported scRNA-seq Platforms

We provide comprehensive benchmarking for leading single-cell RNA sequencing technologies

10x Genomics

The industry standard for droplet-based scRNA-seq with high cell throughput.

  • Chromium Controller
  • 3' and 5' chemistry
  • High cell recovery
  • Extensive support

BD Rhapsody

Microwell-based system offering flexible sample multiplexing.

  • Targeted mRNA panels
  • Sample multiplexing
  • Flexible scaling
  • High sensitivity

Parse Biosciences

Chemistry-based approach requiring no specialized equipment.

  • Equipment-free
  • Scalable workflows
  • Cost-effective
  • Simple workflow

Join the scRNA-seq Benchmarking Community

Whether you're at a leading research institution in Jakarta or a startup lab in Bali, refbench.org provides the tools you need to optimize your single-cell research.