COVID-19 Testing Liquid Handling – Space Considerations
Processes That Integrate Pipetting Robots On January 9, 2020, the World Health Organization announced 59 patients in Wuhan, China, with unknown pneumonia that appeared to
Your Guide To Pipetting Robots
The art of pipetting precise amounts is a skill that is prized by many scientists, but it is, in fact an art that can be
What to Look for in Automated PCR
For many life science labs, establishing fully-automated PCR systems can really increase efficiency and reduce cost in the long run. The key to ensuring that
What Are Laboratory Automation Systems within Life Science?
Even before automation, biological processes and procedures in the laboratory often came with strict protocols to ensure accuracy and efficiency. As biological matter is often
Magnetic Bead Separation: Functions and Automation Requirements
A magnetic bead separator makes nucleic acid and protein purification more effective and easier to automate. With advancements in lab technology and reduced costs, magnetic
DNA Extraction Methods Explained
While DNA extraction methods have been around for over 150 years, ever since Friedrich Miescher isolated it for the first time in 1869, countless iterations
What to Look for in a Liquid Handling Robot
Liquid reagents and samples make the bulk of materials that life science labs use. Therefore, it’s important to have effective liquid handling systems in the
Why Do You Need Fully-automated Real-time PCR?
Real-time PCR, or qPCR, is a necessary process that is a step-up from conventional PCR. In qPCR, data is collected throughout the process, merging the
Lab Scheduling Software and Robotics
Various components are vital to the operation of a research lab. Besides the laboratory information management system (LIMS) that manages staff and sample data, among
How to Get the Most from Your Microplate Handling System
The right microplate handling system can benefit even the smallest of labs, making processes more efficient and requiring less manpower. However, it’s important to know