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lamindb

Open-source data framework for biology with lineage-native lakehouse support.

Status
Generally available
Last checked
Checked · Oct 11, 2026
License
Open source
Pricing
Free tier · from $0
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What it is

LaminDB is an open-source data framework designed specifically for biological datasets and models. It supports querying, tracing, and validating large-scale bio-formats, registries, and ontologies within a lineage-native lakehouse environment.

LaminDB stands out by providing a specialized environment for biological data that integrates seamlessly with bioinformatics workflows while maintaining lineage information.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

A good fit for

  • Research teams working on large-scale genomics projects who need to query and trace biological datasets

  • Organizations that require a lineage-aware data framework for their biological research

Look elsewhere if

  • Teams requiring real-time streaming capabilities (batch-only architecture)

  • Projects with limited computational resources, as it may require significant setup and maintenance

Known weaknesses

Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.

  1. 01

    Limited integrations with non-biological data sources

    Designed specifically for biological datasets, lacks native support for other data types

  2. 02

    Small community and limited third-party contributions

    GitHub activity indicates low contribution rates outside the core team

What it does well

  • Support for bio-formats, registries & ontologies

  • Lineage-native lakehouse environment

  • Query and trace large-scale biological datasets

Pricing

Free tier
YesOpen source — free to use
Paid from
$0
Model
Flat rate
Enterprise plan
No

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