Medical Technologist
- Must be ASCP certified and have Bachelor's Degree in a science or Medical Technology with appropriate clinicals in a licensed hospital or clinic.
- Skill in analyzing specimens utilizing instrument platforms, testing kits and manual procedures according to departmental policy a must.
The New Swiss Office
The SLIMS team quartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, have recently moved to a new location at the EPFL. The change gave us more space to spread out and organize, a fully equipped breakroom for our team, and more conference rooms. We are grateful for the opportunity to move into such a beautiful and professional space.
The Value of a Scientific Data Management System (SDMS)
Most laboratories can readily see the value in the deployment of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) or a Chromatography Data System (CDS), but what about a Scientific Data Management System (SDMS)? Many companies feel confident that instrument data from the laboratory is protected in each instrument system (CDS, UV, IR, Mass Spec., etc.) and then…
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Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update – Volume 17, Issue 31
July 31, 2019 Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update Volume 17, Issue 31 In This Issue Upcoming Webinars 08/14/2019 - Webinar: Continuous Improvement in Sample Management09/12/2019 - Astrix Webinar – Digital Data Strategy for the Lab Featured Books CannaQA LiMS Catalog Journal Articles Smart grids and ethics: A case studyWhere do government regulations, privacy, big data, and the management of the energy grid infrastructure collide? The implementation and management of modern smart grids, that's where. In this 2019 paper by Hatzakis et al., a major distribution system operator (DSO) in the Netherlands is at the heart of discovering how Europe's General…Smart grids and ethics: A case study
Where do government regulations, privacy, big data, and the management of the energy grid infrastructure collide? The implementation and management of modern smart grids, that's where. In this 2019 paper by Hatzakis et al., a major distribution system operator (DSO) in the Netherlands is at the heart of discovering how Europe's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) are affecting modern implementations of smart energy grids. From cybersecurity risks to public concerns about the privacy of their energy data, this article reviews various ethical issues, concluding with "the need for clarification in practice of privacy policies (particularly of GDPR) to lift concerns about the capability of organizations to remain within its boundaries without holding back progress."
Live Webinar: Role of LIMS in Overcoming Biorepository Operational Data Management Challenges
CloudLIMS is pleased to host a complimentary live webinar titled “Role of LIMS in Overcoming Biorepository Operational Data Management Challenges” on August 13, 2019, at 5 P.M. GMT (1 P.M. EDT). The webinar will be presented by Dr. Steven Haynes. To read the complete blog, please visit: https://cloudlims.com/blog/webinar-role-of-lims-in-overcoming-biorepository-operational-data-management-challenges.htmlTranscat, Inc. Accelerates Operational Excellence Initiatives with Acquisition of Calibration Software Company
CalTree™ software to be important piece of company-wide calibration automation platform expected to drive greater Service segment efficiencies and enhanced marginsExcelsior Diagnostics Implements LabOS LIS
Netlims, a global leader in laboratory information systems (LIS), announced that it has completed the implementation of its flagship LabOS product for Excelsior Diagnostics, a specialized genetics lab.Abbott Announces the Launch of STARLIMS Environmental Sciences Solution ES 3.1
Abbott Informatics is pleased to announce the launch of the STARLIMS Environmental Science Solution ES 3.1. This new release brings forward over 20 new or enhanced features, developed in concert with customers across the globe to help increase laboratory productivity, efficiency, and traceability for all certified testing laboratories, especially those that must adhere to the rigorous requirements of ISO 9001, ISO17025, EPA, and/or NELAP accreditation programs
Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update – Volume 17, Issue 30
July 24, 2019 Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update Volume 17, Issue 30 In This Issue Upcoming Webinars 08/06/2019 - Webinar: How The Cloud Can Accelerate HITRUST Certification09/12/2019 - Astrix Webinar – Digital Data Strategy for the Lab Featured Books The Complete Guide to LIMS & Laboratory Informatics Journal Articles Heart failure and healthcare informaticsThis brief perspective article by Anwar et al. of the BHF Centre for Cardiovascular Science at University of Edinburgh examines the potential for using health informatics to improve heart failure outcomes in clinical settings. Noting "decompensated heart failure accounts for up to five percent of all acute…Heart failure and healthcare informatics
This brief perspective article by Anwar et al. of the BHF Centre for Cardiovascular Science at University of Edinburgh examines the potential for using health informatics to improve heart failure outcomes in clinical settings. Noting "decompensated heart failure accounts for up to five percent of all acute unscheduled hospital admissions and has the longest length of stay of any cardiac condition," the authors remind readers that despite significant evidence-based practices backed by science, there continues to be a disconnect between those practices and actual clinical practice. They then turn to a 2019 cohort study of nearly 100,000 U.K patients to provide hints at how collecting, managing, and effectively using heart failure data in contemporary clinical practice can be beneficial to many. The authors conclude that "we need to collate healthcare data from across both primary and secondary care settings in real time and use robust methodology to evaluate major changes in clinical practice or policy decisions" and attempt to show a visual of what such a platform would look like.
Anatomage Releases Anatomage Cloud Platform Featuring One-Click Review to Provide HIPAA Compliant, FDA Approved Free DICOM Sharing and Medical Image Viewing
Anatomage Inc., a market leader in 3D medical imaging technology, released an update to the Anatomage Cloud platform that allows medical and dental professionals to quickly send 3D DICOM volumetric data to colleagues for one-click review. The updated version provides an FDA approved 3D DICOM web viewer with new tools such as measurements, the ability to discuss cases with messaging, viewing of mesh file types such as STL and more.ActivityBase and ActivityBase XE version 9.5 released
The latest version of ActivityBase and ActivityBase XE version 9.5 has been released to customers. This forms part of IDBS’ regular bi-annual product release and continues our investment into ActivityBase, supporting our large top pharma and biotech customer base.Benefits and Best Practices for LIMS Implementation in Cannabis Testing Labs
Cannabis (aka hemp or marijuana) is a wind-pollinating genus of flowering plants in the family Cannabaceae. This complex plant contains a group of chemicals known as cannabinoids, many of which have shown significant biological activity. Two cannabinoids in particular, cannabidiol (CBD) and delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), have gained much recognition for their mental and physical effects when consumed. To date, over 100 different cannabinoids have been isolated from cannabis plants, and these compounds are generating significant interest in the pharmaceutical industry for potential drug and biologics production. Cannabis Testing Labs must implement the right processes to keep pace with regulation and innovation.
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Best Practices for Implementing Informatics Systems for R&D Collaborations
In today’s global economy, scientific organizations in many different industries are turning to collaboration with external partners to fuel their R&D pipelines with flexible networks of researchers. These external collaborations can take many forms – research institutes, industry and academic partners, contract research organizations (CROs), contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs), external testing laboratories, consortia, etc.
Many organizations combine numerous partners in diverse ways across multiple research projects. Even in simpler models, any collaboration with an external partner is typically not static, but evolves over time. Therefore, sponsoring organizations are often changing the business processes around the collaboration frequently and rapidly.
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SLIMS Version 6.4 has Arrived
SLIMS has been improved to expand on security features, add support for analytical labs to workflows, improve instrument handling, and more. Our experts listen to customer feedback and engineer upgrades to provide the best user experience, integrating software, and customized functionality possible.
Abbott Introduces Configurable Molecular Workflows Within Its STARLIMS Life Sciences Solution
July 17th, 2019 – Hollywood, FL.— Abbott announced the launch of a laboratory information management system, STARLIMS Life Sciences Solution 11.1, to help manage complex sample and testing workflows, as well as help drive data safety and integrity throughout the entire lifecycle.…
Ease Concerns About DSHEA Updates in Your Nutraceutical Lab With a LIMS
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)recently announced plans to update theDietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994 (DSHEA). The potential DSHEA changes have prompted concerns about the business impacts of additional regulatory rigor. To be ahead of the competition when changes occur,nutraceutical manufacturers should consider implementing aLaboratory Information Management System (LIMS),which can addressmany of the concerns.Also, consider therisks related to notimplementing a LIMS: analyze the monetary, time, and opportunity costs of maintaining your status quo. Compliance is often easier and less expensive with a LIMS.Before we get in to the specifics, let’s look at the background of these regulatory changes.
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Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update – Volume 17, Issue 29
July 17, 2019 Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update Volume 17, Issue 29 In This Issue Upcoming Webinars 07/24/2019 - A Structured Approach to Implementing a LIMS07/24/2019 - Webinar: Managing Change in the Lab – The People Side of Data Management Innovation07/24/2019 - Webinar: Project Leadership: The Key to Excellence in Laboratory Informatics Featured Books CannaQA LiMS Catalog Journal Articles Cyberbiosecurity for biopharmaceutical productsCybersecurity for biopharmaceutical manufacturing? The "rapid pace of innovation dictates that it is not too early to consider the cyberbiosecurity implications" of the potential dangers that can arise in the industry, argue Mantle et al. in this 2019…Delivering a Data Warehouse in the Cloud
This is a Microsoft-created course that is released on the edX platform. The self-paced six-week course is designed to help learners "learn how to deploy, design, and load data using Microsoft's Azure SQL Data Warehouse." The course is free to take, with a Verified Certificate of completion available for $99. The course requires on average two to three hours a week of effort. Access to the class begins July 16.
