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Ashley Waldron, PhD
Jul 29, 20243 min read
Bite Size Tips for Reinforcing Research Integrity
Paper retractions seem to be running rampant. Learn how to avoid ending up on the retraction list or getting tricked by misleading data.
Helaina Stergas
May 22, 20244 min read
Struggle and Failure: The ugly truth about science and how to find your inspiration again
Here are my strategies for overcoming scientific obstacles to expedite getting back to the bench, and your unique career path, again.
Flavia Kaduni Bawa
Apr 15, 20245 min read
What I wish I knew before running my first agarose gel electrophoresis
Gel electrophoresis is a versatile lab technique used by all sorts of labs. This post offers some tips for running your first gel!
Renata de Mello
Nov 20, 20233 min read
How to choose the right research topic for you?
Five tips to help you navigate the start of your research journey.
Ashley Waldron, PhD
Sep 19, 20234 min read
Five tips for trying new protocols
Overwhelmed by trying new things in lab? These 5 tips will help you tackle your next experiment while remaining calm, cool, and collected.
Jessica Liu
Jul 10, 20234 min read
How to read a research article
Reading scientific literature is an essential skill for any developing researcher—but if you’re not used to reading this type of...
Helaina Stergas
May 19, 20233 min read
Getting involved in a lab - what an undergraduate needs to know
Here are some key tips for finding and applying for research opportunities as an undergraduate!
Caroline Dumas
Mar 15, 20235 min read
Micro-course in Micropipettes
Learn more about micropipettes often used in a wet lab. Read how to improve your pipetting confidence, including helpful tips and tricks!
Riley St Clair, PhD
Feb 15, 20234 min read
5 Tips to Keeping a Lab Notebook
Let’s face it - it’s difficult to remember what we did last Tuesday, let alone the details of a week-long experiment from last summer.
Sarah Emerson, PhD
Jan 15, 20232 min read
Any Questions?
In the pursuit of knowledge, scientists must inevitably ask a plethora of questions, but sometimes asking questions can be tough....
Helaina Stergas
Dec 15, 20224 min read
Credible Science: Tips to Finding Good References
The internet is HUGE with lots of information on any given topic. How do you make sure you are finding the correct, credible facts for...
Caroline Dumas
Nov 15, 20224 min read
Lab Math - What is it? And Why Does it Matter?
What is “lab math”? Lab math is basic math/algebra that is used in making solutions and adjusting concentrations for experiments in a wet...
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