8 upcoming webinars to expand your research horizons

Discover the latest tools and techniques to expand your research capacity with expert-led presentations on liquid handling, cell and gene therapy, point of care testing, and more

16 Oct 2022
Dora Wells
Clinical Content Editor

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Upcoming SelectScience Webinars

SelectScience® hosts dozens of informative free webinars for scientists every month, featuring world-class speakers at the very forefront of their respective fields. In this regular feature, we highlight the events you won't want to miss over the next week or so, as well as some of our top on-demand webinars.

This week, discover the fastest approach formulti-channel pipette calibration, understand how glycolysis metabolic process can be measured directly through the continuous measuring of glucose and lactate amounts in the culture media, learn about the common impurities in waterand how they affect the results of analytical assays, and explore how to take control of your POC testing network by designing and implementing an effective, centralized, scalable, and vendor-independent POC testing workflow solution.

Plus, gain insight into current sepsis diagnostics and associated hurdles, see how to evaluate and select the right type of filtrationfor even the most challenging samples, learn which factors can have an influence on achieving optimal weighing results, and deepen your understanding of different methods for developing single cells into colonies.

Future-proof your lab environment with versatile pipette calibration solutions

Future-proof your lab environment with versatile pipette calibration solutions

Pipette calibration as a part of test equipment monitoring is of undeniable importance when it comes to safe and reliable results in laboratory processes and analysis. In this webinar, get up to date with the new standards and explore how to set up a future-proof working environment for your lab.

Monday, October 17, at 16:00 BST / 17:00 CEST / 11:00 EDT / 08:00 PDT

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Live cell metabolic analysis: Paving the way for metabolic research and cell and gene therapy

Live cell metabolic analysis: Paving the way for metabolic research and cell and gene therapy

Join this webinar for an introduction to PHC Corporation's new continuous metabolic analyzer, designed to provide real-time visualization of the metabolic condition of living cells. Plus, experts will discuss how continuous metabolic analysis will aid new discoveries in many critical life science fields.

Monday, October 17, at 17:00 BST / 18:00 CEST / 12:00 EDT / 09:00 PDT

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The importance of lab water in analytical applications

The importance of lab water in analytical applications

This webinar will provide a general overview of laboratory water and common purification technologies. Topics to be discussed will include feed water source, common impurities, regulations, and other important considerations when using lab water for analytical applications.

Tuesday, October 18 at 16:00 BST / 17:00 CEST / 11:00 EDT / 08:00 PDT

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Effective POC operator management at a large teaching hospital

Effective POC operator management at a large teaching hospital

Dr. Mimoza Manika, Toulouse University Hospital, will share her experience of managing operators across multiple hospital sites. Learn how her team uses point-of-care informatics to train and manage operators to meet regulatory requirements.

Tuesday, October 18, at 16:00 BST / 17:00 CEST / 08:00 PDT / 11:00 EDT

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Rapid antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) with true minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) results – why is this technology valuable?

Rapid antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) with true minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) results – why is this technology valuable?

Rapid sepsis diagnostics have been discussed for multiple years now, and the impact of having a rapid result is clear. What is the current state in Europe? How does the ASTar technology bring added value to the microbiology lab, and what is the potential impact on the patient? This webinar will share experience and best practices on a new rapid technology.

Wednesday, October 19, at 14:00 BST / 15:00 CEST

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Dissolution techniques and the importance of sample prep

Dissolution techniques and the importance of sample prep

Filtration is one of the most critical parameters of the dissolution process, with selection of the right filter central to avoiding retesting. Join this round table discussion with some of the leading sample preparation, dissolution testing, and filtration experts who will discuss how to improve the long-term robustness of dissolution methods.

Thursday, October 20, at 16:00 BST / 17:00 CEST / 11:00 EDT / 08:00 PDT

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Optimizing weighing and moisture determination workflows in the chemical laboratory

Optimizing weighing and moisture determination workflows in the chemical laboratory

Join this webinar for a comprehensive review and discussion of the basic fundamentals of weighing and moisture determination, including the influence various external factors can have on accuracy and reproducibility of results.

Thursday, October 20, at 16:00 BST / 17:00 CEST / 11:00 EDT / 08:00 PDT

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Methods and best practices for the development of single cells into colonies

Methods and best practices for the development of single cells into colonies

Join us for a series of case studies highlighting how scientists struggling with generating clones were able to overcome common bottlenecks in their research. Labor burden, poor cell viability, low efficiency, and lack of clonality are just some of the hurdles these investigators faced in developing the cell lines that are necessary for downstream discovery.

Friday, October 21, at 16:00 BST / 17:00 CEST / 11:00 EDT / 08:00 PDT

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Watch our webinars at a time that suits you

Missed one of our webinars? Fortunately, all SelectScience webinars are made available on demand after the live event. Catch up on some of our latest webinars below:

From cell line to final formulation: Characterizing mAb stability throughout the development pathway

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Simplified sample preparation for targeted next-generation sequencing

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Enhancing development, scale-up, and manufacturing of pharmaceuticals with benchtop NMR

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Diagnostic approaches to determining food allergy versus food sensitivity/intolerance

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Integrating testing for life-threatening respiratory viruses: Why performance matters

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Reacting to epidemic and emerging infectious diseases: QIAGEN's diagnostic and surveillance response to MPXV

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SelectScience runs 10+ webinars a month across various scientific topics, discover more of our upcoming webinars>>

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Mass SpectrometryMass spectrometry (MS) is a powerful analytical technique used to identify and quantify molecules based on the mass-to-charge ratio of gas-phase ions. It provides detailed information about the structure, composition, and properties of compounds and is widely used across fields such as environmental monitoring, materials science, drug discovery and development, food and beverage testing, and wider chemical research. Key MS techniques include tandem mass spectrometry (MS/MS), liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry (LS-MS) and inductively coupled plasma (ICP-MS). Choosing from these wide range of techniques and technologies can be a daunting task, so keep up to date with scientific applications, performance expectations, and customer reviews here all in one place. Visit our product directory to receive quotes direct from the manufacturer. 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High-quality cells, optimized for your applications, alongside optimized cell substrates, growth medium and supplements, are critical for experimental success. Explore a range of cells suitable for your applications, including isogenic cell lines, competent cells, induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived cell lines, fungal/bacterial/mammalian cell lines, stem cells and cancer cell lines. Find the best cells for your research in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.Labware and Lab SuppliesLabware and lab supplies include various forms of glassware, plasticware, reagents and personal protective equipment (PPE) and are used across all scientific laboratories, enabling daily tasks to be performed. Explore a range of flasks and beakers, petri dishes, carboys and storage bottles. Labware such as condensers, desiccators and burettes are also available for more specific tasks. Find the best labware and lab supplies in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.Sample ManagementSample management systems include sample storage devices such as freezers and plate storers, sample environment enclosures and sample organization, retrieval and sorter systems. Useful system features include high-throughput, automation, robotic arms, automated liquid handling and associated database systems. Accessories in sample management include barcode scanners, heat sealers and tubes.Assay AssemblyAssay Assembly is technique used in drug discovery to develop assays to test the cytotoxicity, genotoxicity, or other activities of a compound on a cell. Assay assembly requires chip assembly, a delivery system and a detection and analysis method. Beneficial features of assay kits or automated systems include high-throughput, high speed and sensitivity and low signal to noise ratio.Cell-Based AssaysCell-based assays are used to monitor the presence, quantity and activities of a desired cellular analyte including drug molecules or biomarkers. This can reveal information on cell health (apoptosis, cytotoxicity, viability and proliferation assays), cell metabolism, cell migration and cell signaling mechanisms. Find the best cell-based assay products, kits and equipment with our peer reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receiving pricing direct from manufacturers.Point-of-CarePoint-of-Care Testing (POCT) or Near Patient Testing (NPT) products are available for urine, blood and other clinical chemistry analyses. 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Software is used for analysis of pathways, target identification, genomics, proteomics, modelling, lead identification, compound analysis and drug modelling among many others. Sample PreparationSample preparation can improve the quality and speed of separation techniques. Products to assist sample preparation include filtration equipment, evaporators, membranes and sieves.MetabolitesMetabolites are the intermediate and end products of metabolism. Analyzing metabolites offers insight into cellular processes and disease mechanisms and is critical in fields like pharmacology, toxicology, and diagnostics. Explore our peer-reviewed product directory to find the best tools for metabolite analysis, compare products, check reviews, and get pricing directly from manufacturers.Point of Care SolutionsPoint of care solutions provide medical diagnostics and treatments at or near the site of patient care. These technologies offer rapid results, helping healthcare providers make quick decisions. From glucose monitors to molecular diagnostics, point of care solutions are transforming healthcare delivery by reducing wait times and improving patient outcomes. Explore the best point of care products in our peer-reviewed product directory, compare options, check reviews, and get pricing directly from manufacturers.Pipette CalibrationPipette calibration ensures that pipettes are delivering accurate and precise volumes of liquids, which is essential for high-quality scientific research and diagnostics. Calibration is crucial for ensuring reproducibility and reliability in experiments. Explore pipette calibration tools in our peer-reviewed product directory; compare products, check reviews, and get pricing directly from manufacturers.Colony Counting