Lab Leadership
High-voltage and radiation hazards make electron microscope safety a critical responsibility for lab managers
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Implement energy-efficient systems, reduce waste, and align daily operations with long-term environmental goals
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A new study highlights the risks of poor sleep for workers—here’s how lab managers can create work conditions that support healthy sleep habits at home and, in turn, strengthen performance
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Implementing 6s Lean or Lean continuous improvement can help your lab do more with less
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Six Thinking Hats is a structured framework for group decision-making
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Lab managers can drive innovation and avoid preventable mistakes by fostering a culture of trust and candor
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A new simulation highlights the financial and health impact of burnout—and what lab managers can do to safeguard staff and bottom lines
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New research highlights how helpers’ emotional signals—like gratitude or pride—can influence trust, reciprocation, and workplace relationships in the lab
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Help staff use their experience to provide good advice on lab needs
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Create opportunities for staff to learn together
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Strategic thinking is a must-have skill for lab managers. At the 2025 Lab Manager Leadership Summit, Christie Bowden shared insight for developing that skill
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Understanding the elements of consensus will help lab managers drive decisions effectively
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