The laboratory chemical fume hood is the most common local exhaust ventilation system used in laboratories and is the primary method used to control inhalation exposures to hazardous substances. When ...

Science classrooms with scientific equipment and supplies should not be used for non-science courses or activities unless the science materials can be stored in a secured area. Laboratory activities ...

Magnetic stirrers are a core part of many chemistry labs. They offer many advantages for ensuring the effective mixing of solutions compared to other methods of stirring, including consistency, ...

Chemistry is a laboratory science and can be most effectively taught by including robust hands-on laboratory experiences for students at both the middle and high school levels. This perspective ...

Devices used in laboratories, hospitals and similarly high-demand settings must remain consistently accurate to encourage trust in the parties using them for critical tasks. However, overheating can ...

In 2022, Carolina Quezada was on the hunt for a new piece of equipment. To synthesize the metallic nanoparticles she works with, she needed a dry bath incubator to heat the starting materials. She ...

To better serve our patients, Fred Hutch is upgrading lab equipment at all our locations. This upgrade will allow Fred Hutch to provide test results sooner and more consistently, helping ensure more ...

Rising demands in healthcare research, pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, along with increased spending on research and development, has fueled greater reliance on life science and medical ...

A laboratory crucible is a high-temperature-resistant container designed to facilitate the melting of metals, glass, and pigments in a furnace. These crucibles are integral in metal casting ...

Science labs across the country are running low on crucial equipment. Our Planet Money team investigated what is behind the supply shortage. Science labs across the country are running low on crucial ...