Paper ID: 2310.18351

BioImage.IO Chatbot: A Community-Driven AI Assistant for Integrative Computational Bioimaging

Wanlu Lei, Caterina Fuster-Barceló, Gabriel Reder, Arrate Muñoz-Barrutia, Wei Ouyang

We present the BioImage$.$IO Chatbot, an AI assistant powered by Large Language Models and supported by a community-driven knowledge base and toolset. This chatbot is designed to cater to a wide range of user needs through a flexible extension mechanism that spans from information retrieval to AI-enhanced analysis and microscopy control. Embracing open-source principles, the chatbot is designed to evolve through community contributions. By simplifying navigation through the intricate bioimaging landscape, the BioImage$.$IO Chatbot empowers life sciences to progress by leveraging the collective expertise and innovation of its users.

Submitted: Oct 23, 2023