High levels of pesticides found in illicit cannabis inflorescence compared to licensed samples in Canadian study using expanded 327 pesticides multiresidue method
In this brief paper published in Journal of Cannabis Research, Gagnon et al. present the results of applying a new analytical technique to quantifying hundreds of pesticides at the same time in cannabis samples. Using a combination of gas chromatography—triple quadrupole mass spectrometry (GC–MS/MS) and liquid chromatography—triple quadrupole mass spectrometry (LC–MS/MS), the authors tested not only cannabis samples from licensed retailers in Canada but also illicit cannabis samples acquired from Health Canada Cannabis Laboratory. Their methodology was fully able to manage the search for hundreds of pesticides, discovering only a handful of semi-unregulated pesticides in legal Canadian cannabis, but a surprising amount of pesticides in illicit samples. The authors conclude that their methodology, as demonstrated, has practical uses going forward towards a wider regulatory approach to ensuring Canadian cannabis is as pesticide-free as possible.
Request for Proposals: CDC Chemical Inventory & Waste Management System
Solicitation #: 75D301-2023-R-72803
“The purpose of this procurement is to acquire a chemical inventory and waste management system that will serve multiple CDC laboratories across several different campuses. Under this contract, the vendor will work with the CDC implementation teams to configure the system to support all laboratories, transfer all legacy data from existing systems (i.e.,…
Webinar: Partnering Laboratory with Stewardship to Navigate Breakpoint Updates and Other New CLSI Recommendations to Enhance Clinical Practice
“In collaboration with CLSI and the ACCP ID-PRN, the SIDP Education committee would like to announce our next live webinar “Partnering Laboratory with Stewardship to Navigate Breakpoint Updates and Other New CLSI Recommendations to Enhance Clinical Practice”, featuring Dr. April Bobenchik and Dr.…
Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update – Volume 21, Issue 35
August 31, 2023 Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update Volume 22, Issue 35 In This Issue Featured Books LIMS Selection Guide for ISO/IEC 17025 Laboratories Featured Content Look Ma, No Hands! The Future of Hands-free Technology in the LabHands-free technology has come a long way since Bluetooth headsets first appeared in 1999. Advancements in voice recognition and artificial intelligence are revolutionizing the way we interact with devices. Future advances in hands-free technology will bring exciting possibilities to various lab settings across every industry. In this blog post, we’ll look at how hands-free technology in the lab began, where it is today,…Request for Proposals: Safety Data Sheet and Chemical Inventory Management Solution
Solicitation #: P24-0012
The City of Peoria, Arizona “is seeking proposals from qualified vendors for Safety Data Sheet – Chemical Inventory Management. Host online SDS’s with allocation for up to 1500 chemicals and up to 75 individual locations.”
NOTE: Login required to view documents.…
Request for Proposals: Perform Bacteriological Laboratory Services
Solicitation #: RFP 57-23
The City of Vancouver, Washington “is seeking proposals from qualified firms/individuals to perform bacteriological and other miscellaneous laboratory services for potable drinking water, as it applies to the Safe Drinking Water Act.” NOTE: A Bonfire account is required to access the documents.…
Look Ma, No Hands! The Future of Hands-free Technology in the Lab
Hands-free technology has come a long way since Bluetooth headsets first appeared in 1999. Advancements in voice recognition and artificial intelligence are revolutionizing the way we interact with devices. Future advances in hands-free technology will bring exciting possibilities to various lab settings across every industry. In this blog post, we’ll look at how hands-free technology in the lab began, where it is today, and what it may do for the lab of the future. [Read More]
A Fully Integrated View of LIMS for Manufacturing R&D
In the case of a manufacturing R&D laboratory serving a range of clients not only as an R&D resource but also as a quality and support/troubleshooting partner, there comes a time when the ever-increasing stockpiles of project documentation in the form of spreadsheets and, even worse, paper, become an unmanageable drain on staff resources, efficiency and therefore an unacceptable cost of time and money. This can be remedied with LabLynx's fully integrated LIMS solution. [Read More]
Semaphore Solutions – Clarity LIMS Office Hours
Semaphore Solutions will be offering another“Clarity LIMS Office Hours”session for all Clarity LIMS users on Wednesday, September 13th at 1pm PST/4pm EST. Are you building a custom workflow and have questions not covered in the documentation or forums? Would you like to talk with leading industry experts in Illumina’s Clarity LIMS? [Read More]
LIMS in the UK
The United Kingdom plays a pivotal role in the world of technological advancement. After we dived into ‘LIMS in Germany’ and ‘LIMS in the Netherlands’, today we will explore the realm of LIMS in the UK. From R&D investments to dynamic market growth, the UK’s journey through the LIMS landscape is fascinating and inspiring. [Read More]
Package Testing Labs: Unsung Heroes in Quality Consumer Products
The LabLynx ELab laboratory information management system (LIMS) for package testing laboratories optimizes your lab for environmental, mechanical, and chemical testing. The ELab LIMS is pre-configured with methods, workflows, and reports common to the industry, which facilitates conformance with ASTM, ISO, International Safe Transit Association (ISTA), European Committee for Standardization (CEN), Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry (TAPPI), and other standards. [Read More]
Webinar: Transforming Healthcare Through Connectivity: 4 vital ways Cloverleaf and partners improve healthcare through interoperability
“In today’s rapidly evolving world of healthcare, connectivity and interoperability play a pivotal role. Seamlessly exchanging vital information has become the backbone of efficient patient care, streamlining administrative processes, and empowering healthcare professionals with real-time access to critical data. This interconnectedness not only improves outcomes and reduces errors but also transforms the overall healthcare experience.…
Green Tech for Greener Biobanking: How Biobank Software Leads the Decarbonization Drive
The need for decarbonization is becoming increasingly urgent as the world grapples with the severe consequences of climate change. With growing emphasis on reducing carbon emissions across various industries, it is inevitable that the energy-intensive nature of biobanks, responsible for storing valuable biological samples, comes under scrutiny. Biobanks, essential repositories of biological materials, play a critical role in scientific research, healthcare advancements, and drug development. [Read More]
Request for Proposals: Laboratory Request Web Portal
“The Department of Health and Human Services (Department) is seeking a Laboratory Request Web Portal (LRWP) as defined in this Request for Proposal (RFP) document. This document provides instructions for submitting proposals, the procedure and criteria by which the awarded Bidder will be selected, and the contractual terms which will govern the relationship between the State of Maine (State) and the awarded Bidder.…
Request for Bids: Toxicology Laboratory Services
Solicitation #: 23-44
Westmoreland County, PA is seeking bids for toxicology laboratory services. See the instructions document and its “Scope of Work” for more details.
Due date: 29 August 2023, 2:00 p.m. EDT…
Webinar: State of Hematopathology: The Past, Present, and the Future
“Dr. George will discuss the evolution of hematopathology diagnosis with microscopic analysis (blood, bone marrow, and solid tissue) providing the initial framework of hematopathology. Subtypes were further defined initially based on phenotypic attributes, which were assessed by immunohistochemistry and subsequently by flow cytometry.…
Webinar: Enabling cloud-first healthcare integration
“Healthcare organizations are increasingly turning to digital technology to improve patient care and business performance. However, legacy IT systems and practices can often make it difficult.
Forward-thinking healthcare IT leaders are adopting cloud-based data integration platforms to overcome these challenges and streamline operations, address staffing challenges, and accelerate innovation.…
Webinar: How to Improve Medical Device Cybersecurity in Four Actionable Steps
“The latest data shows 88% of cyberattacks involve connected medical devices and 12% are rooted in IoT devices according to the Ponemon Institute report. Modern clinical practices rely on connected devices for quality care while medical devices are operationally the hardest to secure.…
Request for Proposals: Radiological Analysis of Drinking Water Samples
Solicitation #: 1612
“The Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) [of New York], a public benefit corporation based in Oakdale, seeks proposals for Radiological Analysis of Drinking Water Samples.” NOTE: A BidNet account is required to view the documents.
Due date: 29 August 2023, 10:00 a.m.…
Webinar: Picture Perfect – Achieving Quality in Enterprise Image (EI) Capture
“Enterprise Imaging (EI) programs provide governance, methods, and tools for capturing, managing, and incorporating medical imaging outside of traditional diagnostic exams into patient records. But how do we ensure that the images captured are of the highest quality? In this session, we will explore tools and best practices to maximize EI content capture by healthcare providers – and even patients.…
