Homogenizers are used to blend chemical and biological samples such as plants, tissue, food, and soil
Microwave digestion is an efficient method used to break down samples for elemental analysis
Many outstanding scientists or engineers have failed as lab managers because they lacked the right attitude
Lenny learns that plastic waste can have dire effects on a lab's budget and on the environment
Versatile chemical reactors are essential for research, scale-up, and production
A look into the only national lab dedicated to fossil energy research
Carl Wittwer, PhD, talks to contributing editor Tanuja Koppal, PhD, about polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
Years of experiments lead to an accumulation of chemicals that require appropriate handling and disposal
Whether you are planning new construction or renovating an existing space, building construction is a dirty business
Bioprocessing plant cell secondary metabolites and phytohormones for personal care products
Lab managers can reduce their energy impact by improving their facility’s ventilation system and practicing better ventilation management
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