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New open-plan labs are meeting the need for more customized lab settings, including
the ability to modify bench setup and support areas as needs change and increase
interaction among researchers - now seen as preconditions for scientific breakthroughs.
Victor J. Cardona, AIA |
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| LEADERSHIP & STAFFING |
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There are several ways to enhance listening effectiveness, especially when engaged in a
complex or emotional exchange. A fundamental technique is active listening. CPRS provides
an acronym to help transform less-than-attentive or self-centered listening into clear, concise
and compassionate communication.
Mark Gorkin |
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Today's laboratory workforce includes an increasing number of scientists, engineers and
technicians for whom English is a second language. Writing in a second language poses challenges
for them. How can laboratory managers help these professionals improve their written
communication skills?
John K. Borchardt |
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| TECHNOLOGY & OPERATIONS |
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As sites and tools for online networking and collaboration evolve, they are gaining a permanent
place in most laboratories and businesses.
Gloria Metrick |
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An integrated service delivery model pulls together the benefit of on-site, high-caliber resources
with the administrative and operational back-office efficiencies to manage services
across all of a lab's systems.
Thompson Strode Ph.D. and Rembert Gunter |
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| LAB DESIGN & FURNISHINGS |
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Pressure to improve laboratory efficiencies, reduce environmental impact and accommodate a
myriad of advanced technologies is driving remarkable achievements in research facility design.
Karen Appold |
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| BUSINESS & FINANCE |
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A proactive maintenance program demonstrates compliance, keeps audits moving forward and
can increase productivity and profitability.
Gerry Hall |
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| IN EVERY ISSUE |
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Science Matters
Latest Trends Shaping the Scientific Workforce
Rich Pennock
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Product Focus
Laboratory Casework
Reagents for Cell Culture
Training and Education
Liquid Chromatography Columns
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Technology News
Pittcon 2009 Preview
A snapshot of the new instruments and technologies you’ll be seeing at this year's Pittsburgh Conference in Chicago.
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Lab Safety
Laboratory Ergonomics
Things You Should Know…Things You Should Do
Ventilation Strategies
Constant Flow, Variable Flow, and All the Space Between
Jim Coogan, P.E.
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How It Works
Multi-Tasking in Microplate Format
Supercritical Fluid Extraction
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Spotlight on Software
Validation project management software offers a uniform method for managing projects, documentation and data
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Now What?
You Need To Create An SOP... Now What?
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