Seasoned researchers and scientists are all too familiar with the adage “publish or perish.” However, as science and technology have evolved together, so too has the process. In other words, getting your paper in that prestigious peer-reviewed journal is just the first step in presenting your work to a broader audience. You and your colleagues...
In the arena of endocrine research, high-tech tools are the new power players. In the ever-evolving landscape of endocrinology, the laboratory remains the engine of innovation. From uncovering new hormonal pathways to refining diagnostics and therapeutics, research labs are increasingly dependent on tools that offer speed, sensitivity, and scalability. In the complex environment of endocrine...
How FASEB’s New Data Management Initiative Can Help FASEB’s new DataWorks! initiative gives researchers an easier way to manage and share data generated during routine biological and biomedical research. Endocrine News presents an overview of the new system and what you need to know to maximize your research data for your own benefit, as well...
Stories about healthcare institutions having their computer systems hacked and patient data compromised seem to be on the rise, but research laboratories are not immune. As cyberattacks increase, there are a few simple steps to make sure your research stays secure. Since the start of the pandemic, cyberattacks have become a bigger threat to...
Up and Running: Tips for Launching and Running a Successful Lab
At ENDO 2022, scientists and researchers flocked to the session, “The Business of Starting and Running a Lab,” which covered everything a new PI needs to know from hiring and managing a staff to preparing budgets and even managing your own time. Endocrine News spoke to that session’s speakers and other experts for the “secrets...
The Weakest Link: How Supply Chain Shortages Are Creating Challenges at the Bench
COVID-19 has impacted the healthcare world for almost two years now, but the aftershocks continue to ripple outward. As factories slowly reopen and scientists return to their labs, the lack of materials needed for research is slowing down science. We are still assessing the total impact the COVID-19 pandemic had around the globe. Beyond the...
Instead of brand-new construction, many laboratories are opting for a complete overhaul in existing space. However, with that upgrade comes a host of safety concerns. Any homeowner or lab manager who has undergone a recent space renovation knows one thing is certain: everyone is renovating, and everyone wants a fresh new design. With laboratory spaces,...
Proper ventilation in a lab setting is key to ensuring the safety of all personnel, making the fume hood one of the most important pieces of safety equipment in the lab. Selecting the appropriate hood for your lab depends on many factors. The intended application will determine whether you can use a ductless fume...
