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Here you’ll find a collection of news, opinion pieces and other content from our exhibitors, partners and wider community.
University of Essex launches cutting-edge lab to train future biomedical scientists
Step into the future of biomedical science with the University of Essex’s new £3 million BioSTAR-Lab, where cutting-edge research meets hands-on training. Discover how this state-of-the-art facility is shaping the next generation of scientists ready to revolutionize healthcare and innovation.
£8 million gift to UCL sparks new era in quantum research
Vanillin in vapes: a hidden risk for unborn babies?
Could the sweet scent of vanillin in your vape be a hidden threat to unborn babies? New research reveals this common flavoring might disrupt crucial fetal development—time to rethink what’s really in your e-cigarette.
New government-funded lab at Essex shapes future biomedical scientists
Step into the future of biomedical science with Essex’s new £3 million BioSTAR-Lab, where cutting-edge training meets real-world research. Discover how this groundbreaking facility is shaping the next generation of innovators ready to transform healthcare and drive life sciences forward.
AI and automation reshape the future of digital pathology
Discover how AI and automation are revolutionizing digital pathology, transforming diagnostics and research with unprecedented precision and efficiency. From groundbreaking collaborations to cutting-edge platforms, the future of laboratory workflows is smarter, faster, and more connected than ever before.
Improving cryo-EM imaging capabilities through vendor-user collaboration
What are lab operations and why do they matter for scientific productivity?
While labs have digitized the science — ELNs, LIMS, instrument software — the operational layer underneath (inventory, equipment scheduling, workflow coordination) often remains stuck in spreadsheets and sticky notes. IDBS's Unjulie Bhanot walks through five common breakdowns, from uncertain inventory status to invisible bottlenecks, arguing that the fix isn't collecting more data but connecting the data labs already have. The piece makes the case for unified lab operations platforms as the foundation for both day-to-day efficiency and future AI-driven optimization.
MOBILion Systems Showcases SLIM as a Portfolio-Defining Platform Technology Powering the Next Decade of Mass Spectrometry Innovation
MOBILion Systems is positioning its SLIM ion mobility technology as more than a single-instrument feature — the company frames it as a platform capable of upgrading performance across an entire range of mass spec detector types, from standard quadrupole systems to high-resolution proteomics platforms. The release highlights new modes of operation (PAMAF and PAMAT) aimed at improving sensitivity, speed, and data quality across proteomics and targeted workflows, with CEO Melissa Sherman describing SLIM as a way to "redefine" mass spectrometry portfolios rather than serve one niche application.
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Lab Innovations is proudly co-located with Advanced Engineering and UK Metals.
Lab Innovations takes place alongside Advanced Engineering and UK Metals at the NEC Birmingham, bringing multiple areas of UK industry together under one roof. With Advanced Engineering in Halls 3 and 3a, and UK Metals in Hall 4, visitors can connect with a wider network of engineers, manufacturers, and materials specialists.