The microbiology laboratory database software

WHONET is a free desktop Windows application for the management and analysis of microbiology laboratory data with a particular focus on antimicrobial resistance surveillance developed and supported by the WHO Collaborating Centre for Surveillance of Antimicrobial Resistance at the Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. WHONET, available in 44 languages, supports local, national, regional, and global surveillance efforts in over 2,300 hospital, public health, animal health, and food laboratories in over 130 countries worldwide.

WHONET 2023

WHONET has modules for laboratory configuration, data entry, data analysis, public health reporting, and data encryption among others. WHONET also includes a data import software called BacLink for the capture and standardization of data from existing desktop applications, laboratory instruments, and laboratory information systems to avoid the need for double-entry of data.

We are happy to announce the release of WHONET 2023! The new software includes the 2023 CLSI and EUCAST human and animal breakpoints, as well as epidemiological cutoff values.

Download WHONET 2023 (32-bits) (155 MB, 2024-03-25)
Download WHONET 2023 (64-bits) (155 MB, 2024-03-25)

Either the 32-bit or 64-bit versions should work well for most users. For best compatibility with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access, we recommend using the version of WHONET (32 or 64-bits) which matches your version of Microsoft Office. You can find out which version of Office you have by clicking Office version.

WHONET User Community

WHONET Discussion Forum: We are exploring new opportunities for training, technical support, and collaboration among WHONET users. We have created a new WHONET discussion forum to offer technical support, discussions, and opportunities for collaboration between WHONET users.

WHONET Training Center: Our team has updated and expanded the WHONET training materials including tutorials, slide sets, and instructional videos. To access these materials, please click WHONET Training Center.

WHONET User Survey: If you would like to tell us more about your activities and experience with WHONET, please complete the WHONET User Survey.

WHONET Mailing List: If you would like to recieve period updates on the WHONET software and activities, please register on the WHONET Mailing List.