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Leading scientific products distributor partners with pharmacogenetic testing innovator to address needs in the growing mental health space

If you find yourself dealing with delicate tasks in a laboratory setting, you need the right tools to ensure that your job is done well. That's why labForce created their low lint delicate task wipes!

Though winter may be a cold and dreary time of year, there's no shortage of fascinating science to be found. From the northern lights to snowflakes, there's plenty to explore. So bundle up and let's take a look at some of the most interesting winter science out there!

Human or environmental contamination as well as protecting workers from workplace hazards. Learn more about how Ansell keeps workers safe with BioClean(TM) Isolator Gloves.

When purchasing laboratory seating, it’s important to understand how the working postures and movements as well as the primary responsibilities of users within the numerous disciplines of the industry can differ dramatically from those of staff in the office and other more conventional work environments. 

For 60 years, Orion lab products have helped scientists solve some of the most challenging issues facing society today. Whether they are used to bring safe drinking water to the community, test the quality and safety of food or beauty products or discover new drug therapies, Orion products deliver precise and accurate readings in the field and laboratory.

Our cross-context design process allowed us to innovate a product that easily overcame the limitations of the bottles most commonly used in aseptic manufacturing. 

Whether you’re looking to make significant improvements in throughput or simply trying to firm up smaller steps, this single instrument will provide a foundation for efficiency within your qPCR workflow.

Laboratories are finding innovative solutions that not only meet their research needs but also increase eco-efficiency.

For many Life Sciences workers wearing goggles is an essential part of their personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect themselves against harsh chemicals and the product from contamination.

There are many times that a storage tube or microcentrifuge tube just does not make sense for your application, and the polypropylene plate can be the perfect solution. Plates are ideal as solutions for short- and long-term sample storage or for use as an intermediate in assays sample preparation. 

LGBTQIA2S+ individuals have long been underrepresented in the field of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). This is likely due to a combination of factors, including workforce discrimination and a lack of support from educators and mentors. As a result, LGBTQIA2S+ students often feel isolated and alone in their pursuit of STEM careers.

Did you ever walk into a laboratory and notice a vacuum flask used as a Trap for a Vacuum pump?  Most are pretty gross with mystery matter growing inside.

What are flocked swabs and why do they provide superior specimen collection? Find out in this educational article from Puritan Medical Products

Many common products — from smartphones to medical devices to medications — must be manufactured in cleanroom environments. Because these products are delicate and in some cases potentially harmful to those handling them, cleanrooms are highly controlled and regulate conditions such as air quality and flow, temperature, and humidity. 

Risks and hazards within the Life Sciences industry varies dependent on the environment, facility and the task being undertaken. Whether working with hazardous chemicals whilst compounding vital drugs and vaccines or handling hazardous chemicals during semiconductor/micro-electronic manufacturing, biological hazards in biomanufacturing or assembling medical devices which must be absolutely contamination free, the appropriate level of PPE is key.

When is it best to use a Hotplate vs Overhead Stirrer brought to you by Heidolph

pH standards are used in many unique applications such as fabric dying, cosmetics manufacturing, and the production of alcohol! Learn how Inorganic Ventures can provide confidence, control, and support for proper pH meter calibration.

For many scientists who see themselves as environmentally conscious, it can be a wake-up call when faced with the scale of their collective carbon footprint. As such, laboratories are under increasing pressure to adopt more sustainable practices to lower their environmental impact and contribute to a cleaner and safer society. But what can be done to make scientific research and industry more eco-friendly?