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Your Top Technical Questions Answered – CNO Storage & Stability

Is your CNO dihydrochloride still usable after being stored at room temperature? Our technical team explains why short-term storage is no problem, and how to handle it for optimal long-term use.

First-Gen in Science: Why Our Journeys Matter

First-Gen in Science: Why Our Journeys Matter

No two research journeys look the same, and for first-generation scientists the road to success can be filled with extra hurdles. In this inspiring guest article, Associate Professor Kristina Mlinac Jerković shares her journey as a first-gen college student, and tells us why it’s so important to be proud of your own unique STEM career path.

The Power of Public Engagement in STEM

The Power of Public Engagement in STEM

Public engagement is one of the most powerful ways for scientists to make their research more accessible to all, but what does it take to organise an effective event? In this blog, Dr Susannah Walker of the ‘Bring Your Own Brain’ programme shares her experience as curator of public outreach at this year’s BNA International Festival of Neuroscience.

Meet our Early Career Scientist Grant Winner Young Eun Park

Meet our Early Career Scientist Grant Winner Young Eun Park

Congratulations to Young Eun Park - the latest winner of our monthly Early Career Scientist Grant! We spoke to Young Eun about her current research into myeloma, and how she plans to spend her $500 grant!

Heatwave Hacks for Scientists: Staying Cool in the Lab

Heatwave Hacks for Scientists: Staying Cool in the Lab

Summer might be the season of sunshine and ice cream, but for scientists working in busy labs it can also mean sweaty goggles, stifling PPE, and sweltering conditions. In this new article, we share tried-and-tested hacks and clever coping strategies to help scientists survive when things get tropical in the lab.

The Life Scientists’ Guide to Working Abroad

The Life Scientists’ Guide to Working Abroad

Moving to an international lab can open up exciting opportunities and experiences for a life science researcher, but there’s a lot to consider when planning for a life-changing move abroad. In this new guide we gathered advice from globetrotting scientists who share their top tips on living and working abroad.

Interviews with Scientists: Büşra Yücel

Interviews with Scientists: Büşra Yücel

It’s time for a fresh installment of our Interviews with Scientists series! We spoke to Büşra Yücel, a postdoc at the University of Bristol, who told us about her current research, her passion for teaching, and the importance of being proactive in STEM.

Meet our Early Career Scientist Grant Winner Joselina Berti

Meet our Early Career Scientist Grant Winner Joselina Berti

We’re delighted to introduce the latest winner of our $500 Early Career Scientist Grant - Joselina Berti! We spoke to the PhD student about her career in science, and learned more about the challenges facing science researchers in Argentina today.

Rooted in Research: How to Build a Successful Science Career Without Moving Institutions

Rooted in Research: How to Build a Successful Science Career Without Moving Institutions

Moving institutions is often seen as essential for career progression in science, but it’s not the only path to success. In this guest article, Dr. Rachel Perry of Yale University shares her 20+ year journey at a single institution, and discusses the many benefits of laying down roots in research.

Your Top Technical Questions: June 2025

Your Top Technical Questions: June 2025

In this new monthly feature, our in-house scientists and customer support team share answers to technical questions about our products! From storage conditions and shelf life to getting the best results in the lab - find all the answers in Your Top Technical Questions!