Nucleic acid extraction is a crucial step in molecular biology research, as it is essential for the isolation and purification of DNA and RNA from biological samples. DNA and RNA are the fundamental molecules that carry genetic information, and their…
Employee engagement is a critical component of a successful and productive workplace. Gallup defines it as “the involvement and enthusiasm of employees in their work and workplace.” Some might be wondering why there is a need to discuss engagement. Should…
Cervical cancer is the fourth most frequent cancer found in women. Most cervical cancers are found in women between the ages of 35 and 44. More than 95% of cervical cancer cases are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Cervical…
There have been countless debates in life sciences on whether lab automation is a conduit for innovation or whether it acts as a barrier to creativity. Thomas Edison once remarked that “Genius is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration.” Those that…
Quality assurance in regards to liquid handling processes is a standard requirement. There is the simple expectation that liquid handling processes are both thorough and exacting in order to make sure that the data provided is of the necessary quality. …
Knowing when to introduce lab automation in your lab is not always that obvious. Many- a - lab have struggled with indecision and trying to figure out if automation is right for their lab at a given point in time.…
Many times we hear from those in the lab automation space, that they struggle to convey what it is they do to others outside of life sciences (although it may also be true that some of us struggle even to…
The decision to implement an automation solution in your lab can be a daunting one. It is an investment in your lab and your team and as such, due care and attention are both necessary and required. To that end,…
There is a tendency to talk up all things lab automation and to highlight its simplicity in addition to the many concrete benefits it does actually deliver against. What is not so much spoken about is the change that it…
There is a lot that labs can learn from likes of a McDonalds. It almost seems quite ridiculous to say it out loud yet alone read it but there is merit in it. Think about your experiences when you have…