Michelle Dotzert, PhD
Michelle Dotzert is the creative services manager for Lab Manager. She holds a PhD in Kinesiology (specializing in exercise biochemistry) from the University of Western Ontario. Her research examined the effects of exercise training on skeletal muscle lipid metabolism and insulin resistance in a rodent model of Type 1 Diabetes. She has experience with a variety of molecular and biochemistry techniques, as well as HPLC-MS. She can be reached at mdotzert@labmanager.com.
Articles by Michelle Dotzert, PhD
Nearly every piece of equipment has the potential to be recycled, with some help from the experts
Adhering to a thorough selection process ensures a smooth transition to a more efficient laboratory
Asking quality assurance questions prior to purchase is important to ensure upfront savings are worthwhile
New rules take effect in 2020, and manufacturers can turn to analytical food labs for accurate sample analyses
Ranitidine (Zantac) recall brings into question the analytical methods used to detect NDMA
Detection of NDMA in ranitidine drugs (Zantac) led to a recent recall. While the carcinogenic effects in humans are not conclusive, NDMA is considered a probable human carcinogen
Understanding the specific needs of the lab prior to purchase is essential
Nanomaterials may be an effective alternative to more widely used, but costly and time-consuming methods
Selection of the appropriate blotting method depends on the target molecule of interest
Cannabis contains both THC and CBD, but despite sharing similar structure, these cannabinoids exert different physiological effects
