Cover Story | Volume 18 - Issue 2 | March 2023
How Spatial Biology Will Change the World
From neuroscience to agrobiology, spatial biology has the potential to revolutionize cell research
Sections
Management Tips
Three Keys to Acquiring New Instruments
How to develop a process to be more successful with capital purchases
INSIGHTS
How Spatial Biology Will Change the Future
From neuroscience to agrobiology, spatial biology has the potential to revolutionize cell research
An Overview of Ultrasensitive Trace Metal Analysis
Advanced techniques overcome challenges with ultra-low detection levels
Business Management
Improving Your Internal, External, and Virtual Networking Skills
A mindset and methodologies anyone can adopt to become more effective at networking
Why, When, and How to Hire a Lab Consultant
Exploring what lab consultants can offer and red flags to look for
Managing the Integrity of Data
Lab managers must refocus their efforts on managing data due to increased regulatory agency activity
Asset Management
Effectively Negotiating New Equipment Purchases
Successful negotiation entails preparation, research, and flexibility
Leadership and Staffing
The Impact of Positive Leadership
Rather than simply "being nice," positive leadership means driving accountability, engagement, and productivity
Lab Design and Furnishings
The Origins of San Diego's Thriving Life Science Ecosystem
San Diego's rich history of scientific research sets stage for innovative lab design
Lab Health and Safety
How to Apply a Human Body Model to Safety
This intuitive approach demonstrates empathy and puts the focus on us, not the external hazards
Ask the Expert
How Career Development Plans Contribute to Staff Retention
Three management experts discuss the importance of crafting career development plans with staff and how this influences retention rates
Product Focus
Tips for Choosing the Best Reagents
Knowing how and where to get reagents can save time and money while improving output
The Importance of Liquid Chromatography to the Pharmaceutical Industry
Effective application of separation science contributes to a smarter, risk-based approach to pharmaceutical research and quality
The Five Attributes of Effective Laboratory Risk Management Software
A good RMS should be scalable, customizable, multi-dimensional, intuitive, and comprehensive
Advances in Mass Spectrometry-Based Proteomics
New technologies strive to enhance throughput, quantitation, and data quality