EuroIA 2023
An annual European conference on information architecture and informatics
NOTE: As of May 2022, the venue in Merseille, France hasn’t been announced.…
Webinar: Algorithms for Diagnosing the Endemic Mycoses Blastomycosis, Coccidioidomycosis, and Histoplasmosis
“The endemic mycoses blastomycosis, coccidioidomycosis (Valley fever), and histoplasmosis are environmental fungal diseases that are frequently misdiagnosed. Early diagnosis of these fungal diseases, mainly in primary and urgent care settings, can prevent severe and disseminated disease.
During this COCA Call, participants will learn about these infections’ epidemiology and diagnostic challenges.…
Webinar: Cannabinoid Analysis of Hemp Derived Products-Developing Methods that are Robust and Dependable
“Due to the complexity of cannabis product matrices, sample preparation for cannabinoid testing is very challenging. Accurate extraction and analysis procedures are required to ensure correct labelling of cannabinoid content. In this talk, we will talk about simple and accurate sample preparation methods for analysis of cannabinoids in several matrices such as hemp bud, hemp oil, chocolate, gummy, candy, and cream.”…
Webinar: “Ur ine Our Way”: A Process Improvement Strategy for Urine Culture Stewardship
“Laboratory professionals support clinical operations on a daily basis but are often not involved, consulted, or engaged in the performance improvement plans affecting hospital performance measures. This webinar will provide insights into the value of inter-departmental teamwork that includes engaging laboratory teams as part of the multi-disciplinary collaboration to improve processes and patient outcomes.…
Webinar: 2023-2024 Respiratory Virus Season Update
“This webinar will provide a review of the 2022 – 2023 respiratory virus season and will highlight our surveillance strategies and challenges for 2023-2024, based on our expectations, for the upcoming respiratory virus season.
Additional topics that will be discussed include a background on SARS-CoV-2, influenza, and other respiratory pathogen surveillance, updates on SARS-CoV-2 and influenza vaccine strain components, updates on SARS-CoV-2 and influenza transmission globally, information about new RSV vaccines and treatments, and updates on other respiratory virus activity and surveillance programs.…
Webinar: Doing your Research Work? Discover the Power of Qualitative Research through MAXQDA
“With the advent of new software and AI-based technologies, every researcher is equipped with a number of avenues to perform the research work effectively and efficiently. Likewise, the linkage between any type of data and a researcher would cross through different stages, if the right and suitable component of technology is embedded.…
Webinar: Cloud hosted LIMS – 10 Things to Know Before You Jump
Considering a Cloud hosted LIMS solution? Putting your Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) in the Cloud could be the answer to your nightmares, or it could turn into your worst nightmare. This webinar will explain what the industry means by cloud hosted LIMS solutions and discusses what to consider to ensure it’s the right choice for your LIMS.…
Webinar: Innovating for the future of sustainable labs
“Laboratories are often resource-intensive operations, with high energy demand and potential environmental impacts from equipment, consumables, chemicals and waste. Scientists are increasingly aware of the need to develop and adopt sustainable approaches to laboratory practices to drive down the environmental footprint of labs.…
Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update – Volume 21, Issue 38
September 21, 2023 Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update Volume 21, Issue 38 In This Issue Featured Books LIMS Selection Guide for Manufacturing Quality Control Featured Content Informatics Tools in Clinical DiagnosticsThe clinical diagnostic lab is a unique environment for laboratory informatics. Not only does it have to meet the challenges of laboratory management and instrument communications, but it also has to do it while interacting with patients, physicians, insurance companies and administrative systems through standardized interfaces. LIMS provide a pivotal role in its operations, managing testing and distributing data as needed. [Read More] Supporting Preclinical Trial Operations with R&D LIMS…Informatics Tools in Clinical Diagnostics
The clinical diagnostic lab is a unique environment for laboratory informatics. Not only does it have to meet the challenges of laboratory management and instrument communications, but it also has to do it while interacting with patients, physicians, insurance companies and administrative systems through standardized interfaces. LIMS provide a pivotal role in its operations, managing testing and distributing data as needed. [Read More]
Supporting Preclinical Trial Operations with R&D LIMS Configuration
Research and development in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries is fast paced and getting faster, while the pressure is on to decrease spending and improve time to market. As the research and development sector evolves, so do the requirements for robust systems that can manage large volumes of data, ensure fulfillment of regulatory requirements, and streamline operations. A laboratory information management system (LIMS) is an important tool in fulfilling those requirements. This blog post will look at some of the ways a LIMS can support your preclinical lab when properly configured. [Read More]
Outsourcing in Life Sciences: A Strategic Approach to Cost Reduction
Companies continually seek innovative strategies to optimize operations in an increasingly competitive, cost-conscious life sciences industry. One such strategy gaining prominence is outsourcing. By enlisting the expertise of external partners, life science companies can focus on their core competencies, streamline operations, and significantly reduce costs. This article will explore five effective methods through which outsourcing can help life science companies reduce expenses. [Read More]
New LIMS Functionality on Display at Lab Innovations 2023
Autoscribe Informatics are highlighting key developments in its Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) at the UK’s largest dedicated exhibition for laboratory professionals, Lab Innovations 2023. New or updated features on show will include an improved laboratory execution system (LES), a new subcontracting module, an improved audit reporting function, and federated single sign-on (SSO) functionality. [Read More]
Benefits of Laboratory Courses in Education
Laboratory courses in public and private education support a strong pipeline of upcoming generations in the laboratory and scientific communities. Ultimately, laboratory environments allow students to take a hands-on approach to learning about the world around them, and those educational labs should be celebrated and enhanced to support upcoming generations in laboratory and scientific learning. [Read More]
Invitation for Bids: Site-Wide Laboratory Testing Services
Solicitation #: CC-0130-23
Somerset County – Belle Mead Depot, New Jersey is seeking environmental laboratory testing services. “The Laboratory shall be a full service analytical laboratory that is certified by the State to conduct at a minimum, but not limited to, analysis for the County of Somerset” for a wide variety of parameters.…
Webinar: Getting Management Buy-in for Your Next Informatics Project (Panel Discussion)
“Tight budgets and lean labs mean that aspirational lab informatics projects are a tough sell to management. Even if you secure the funding, who will do the work? Let our panel of experts give you the talking points you need to make the case.…
Astrix Webinar – Creating your Digital Lab of the Future: Blueprint for Next-Generation Laboratories
As technology continues to revolutionize the way scientific R&D and manufacturing are conducted, organizations need to stay current with the latest advancements to remain competitive. Over the past two decades, labs have been transitioning to more digitalized platforms to become more efficient. However, many still struggle with manual processes that limit their productivity. The Lab of the Future concept is rapidly growing in the scientific research community. With advancing technology and increasing demands for efficiency, flexibility, and quality, labs are transforming significantly, turning towards an integrated, digitalized, interconnected, and highly automated environment. In this informative webinar, Astrix will define our proven strategy for laboratory transformation and provide you with actionable insights to accelerate your Lab of the Future journey.Webinar: Unlocking RCM Potential How AI Is Shaping Revenue Cycle Management Workflow
“While artificial intelligence garners a lot of attention within the clinical space such as digital pathology and next-generation sequencing, there continues to be a lack of understanding about how AI works within administrative functions that are critical to laboratory cash flow.…
Webinar: From Paper to Pixels: Success stories of laboratories embracing digitalization
“Join us for this interactive panel discussion where laboratory professionals from across multiple markets and industries share success stories of how they navigated the journey to lab digitalization, from strategy and planning to implementation and optimization. They will share lessons learned and best practices to best harness the power of digital technologies to improve efficiency, quality, and innovation in the lab.…
Webinar: Exploring AMR through a One Health perspective with insights from wastewater monitoring
“Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a significant worldwide challenge now and in the coming years. To help address this complex problem, the One Health approach is being increasingly implemented, recognising the interconnectedness of human, animal and environmental health. It emphasises collaboration and coordination among multiple sectors to promote responsible antimicrobial use, surveillance, infection prevention, control measures and research.…
