Before the advent of the home computer in the 1980s, schools were often the only place kids and teens ever had access to computers. Now, in an age where smartphones are ubiquitous, the computer lab might seem like an outdated concept. But this is not true! The modern computer lab is a space that can
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Laboratory expansions are exciting, but they’re also complex. As fantastic as it may be to embrace the promise of increased space and resources, the process must also be viewed from a practical perspective. How will the expansion impact future workflows? What will happen while the laboratory is being renovated? What features should the updated expansion
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As institutions dedicated to advancing our understanding of the world, scientific laboratories should be pillars of advancement. That’s why OnePointe Solutions is always eager to improve a laboratory’s sustainability. When working on a sustainable lab design, lab designers must examine multiple points of view. As important as it may be to reduce energy consumption, scientific
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In a perfect world, your laboratory’s space would be perfect from the start and meet your lab’s needs for the duration of your operations. But we all know that this isn’t how things usually happen. Sometimes you have to downsize, or a larger space becomes available. Sometimes your operations move around, your building is renovated,
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For many people, the high school or middle school science lab is a core memory. Whether it was learning the basics of chemistry through the interactions of acids and bases or dissecting a frog, science labs are a vital part of education. School science labs are more than just a memory, though– they are an
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Though your laboratory ideally won’t have any issues to speak of, it’s just not possible to avoid each and every possible slip-up. These slip-ups don’t have to be catastrophic, however. By developing a system to deal with mishaps whenever they occur, you can mitigate them before they spiral out of control. This process is known
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In any lab environment, especially a clinic, it’s vital that everything runs smoothly and efficiently. The best way to go about this is by preventing problems before they have the chance to appear through a strong quality assurance process. So, what is quality assurance, why is it important, and how can you make sure your
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In science, there are few things more important than safety. In addition to lab coats, gloves, masks, and goggles, scientists must also consider the importance of proper chemical storage. Even the most mundane chemicals and materials need to be properly stored to avoid cross-contamination. Why Should You Store Your Chemicals Properly? There are far more
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Chemical storage is an important aspect of laboratory function. Your chemical storage requirements will vary depending on what type of laboratory you are running and what types of research or experiments are being performed, but most branches of science do require chemicals of some kind in the lab. In order to have a good workflow
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