Why Ouro Labs Exists
We built Ouro Labs because we believe science deserves better systems.
Research institutions are advancing faster than the infrastructure designed to support them. Ouro Labs exists to close that gap — bringing intelligence, clarity, and confidence to regulated research environments.
Mission
To provide operational intelligence that makes regulated research safer, more efficient, and more confident. We believe every chemical and biological material deserves complete lifecycle visibility — from purchase through disposal and beyond.
The Name
Ouroboros—the ancient symbol of a serpent eating its own tail—represents an infinite lifecycle loop. Ouro tracks the recurring lifecycles of chemical and biological products, from purchase through use to disposal and repurchase.
Why Now
Research labs manage hundreds of products with varying shelf lives, safety requirements, and disposal protocols. Accurate inventory and lifecycle tracking helps prevent accidents, ensures proper handling, reduces waste, and optimizes procurement.
Vision
A future where every research institution has operational intelligence for regulated materials. Where safety and compliance are built into workflows, not bolted on. Where lab teams and EHS departments work in harmony with shared visibility and aligned goals.
Values
We build systems that make sense, not systems that require training manuals.
Every decision prioritizes lab safety and regulatory compliance.
We design for scale, from single labs to university-wide deployments.
We respect the work of scientists and the importance of their time.