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A point-of-care (POC) HIV drug resistance (HIV-DR) test is needed for low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Oligonucleotide Ligation Assay (OLA)-Simple, designed as a near-POC HIV-DR test, was assessed for its overall usability in Kenya by techni...

The Joint Committee for Guides in Metrology (JCGM) today presents a definition of measurement uncertainty that modifies the previous one and improves the management of scenarios other than scalar (quantitative) measurements, such as classificatory or...

The development of an immersive virtual reality laboratory in the facilities of a private Mexican university is presented. This laboratory contemplates the use of different disciplines and different student profiles, for which it was developed consid...

Exposure to chemical irritants in laboratory and medical environments poses significant health risks to workers, particularly in relation to asthma-like symptoms. Routine cleaning practices, which often involve the use of strong chemical agents to ma...

Several studies have investigated airborne chemical exposures in university teaching laboratories, where activities are typically structured and supervised. University research laboratories typically involve greater autonomy, the use of more hazardou...

Effective management of chemical reagents in universities is essential for laboratory safety and operational efficiency. Manual management models characterized by fragmented oversight are insufficient to ensure traceability, real-time monitoring, and...

Designing laboratory experiences that support both skill development and conceptual understanding is a persistent challenge in introductory chemistry education—especially within accelerated or compressed course formats. To address this need, we...

The escalating frequency and complexity of cyber threats have made cybersecurity education a national priority, yet a practical gap persists between theoretical instruction and workforce readiness. This study presents a comprehensive, modular framewo...

Engineering education depends on hands-on experimentation, but laboratory access is often limited by time, availability, and resources. Remote laboratories mitigate these barriers by enabling online access to real experiments, with the Virtual Instru...

Occupational asthma (OA) and rhinitis are health problems occurring in facilities employing animals for medical and scientific reasons. We have compared the UK trends (2006–2023) in these outcomes reported to the SWORD scheme with changes in ro...

Online laboratories have emerged as a viable alternative for providing hands-on experience to engineering students, especially in fields related to computer, software, and electrical engineering. In particular, remote laboratories enable users to int...

The Multi-User Textile Analysis Laboratory (LTex), a case study from a Brazilian university, was established to address the technical demands of the local textile industry, a regional hub with a predominantly female workforce. Globally, laboratories...

Polycarbonate laboratory safety glasses and facial shields were tested for impact resistance. Impacts from 22-caliber bullets fired from a firearm were compared with impacts of pellets fired from an air rifle. A low-weight pellet fired from an air ri...

This review recalls some ISO 15189:2022 requirements for the management of examination results and emerging alternatives to internal quality control (IQC) in relation to Italian Society of Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (SIPMeL) Recommend...

From an occupational health perspective, if not stored, handled, and disposed of properly, laboratory chemicals exhibit hazardous properties such as flammability, corrosion, and explosibility. Additionally, they can also cause a range of health effec...

People in laboratories often use paper or digital formats for incident reporting. These methods make it difficult to group events, check follow-up actions, or use the data to improve safety. This article presents a conceptual model for digital incide...

The Marburg virus (MARV) is an extremely contagious zoonotic virus that leads to severe hemorrhagic fever in humans, with a fatality rate as high as 90%. It is known for causing nosocomial outbreaks in hospitals and laboratories globally. The recent...

Based on the interpretation of the identified risk biases from a narrative perspective, this paper studies the biases in safety and security risk management of chemical-related academic laboratories from four parts: risk identification, risk assessme...

For their future profession, pre-service chemistry teachers need to acquire practical skills during their university studies. In this article, the development, use and evaluation of several laboratory courses that aim at the acquisition of experiment...

The persistence of recurrent safety noncompliance (RSN) in university laboratories presents a critical challenge to laboratory safety risk management. This paper deconstructs RSN by conducting an in-depth analysis of potential safety risks, their und...

Medical laboratories (MLs) are vital in global healthcare delivery, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and supporting clinical decision-making. This systematic review examines the multifaceted contributions of ML, emphasizing their importance in pandemic...

Introduction. Bisphenols are chemicals widely used in industrial production, but they are also of significant concern due to their potential health effects. In particular, bisphenol A (BPA) is a documented endocrine disruptor. As a result, bisphenol...

This paper presents a redesign of the MAE 372 Aerospace Structures Laboratory at North Carolina State University (NCSU), incorporating both traditional laboratory demonstrations and an integrated student project to enhance hands-on learning. The rede...

Chemical laboratories, as the cornerstone of scientific innovation, face inherent risks due to the nature of their operations. Hazards such as flammable, explosive, and corrosive chemicals, combined with high-pressure and high-temperature conditions,...

Since 2012, the Joint Safety Team (JST) has led initiatives aimed at increasing safety awareness and improving safety culture in research laboratory environments at the University of Minnesota. Specifically, its Analysis and Compliance committee has...

From the perspective of the history of science and technology, this paper delves into the global development of high-level biosafety laboratories, the establishment of related legal frameworks, and the evolution of safety standards. The importance of...

This study applied ARIMA modeling to analyze the energy consumption patterns of laboratory equipment over one month, focusing on enhancing energy management in the laboratory. By explicitly examining AC and DC equipment, this study obtained detailed...

The distribution of water droplets in crude oil is one of the key issues involved in the processes of oil extraction and transportation, and these water droplets might also be habitats for microorganisms in oil reservoirs. However, it is still a chal...

From the perspective of science and technology history, we review the development history and key events of global biosafety laboratories to deepen our understanding of biosafety. The construction history of biosafety laboratories reveals the complex...

Rectal prolapse is a common condition in laboratory-housed macaques, usually associated with recurrent gastroenteritis and stress. However, evidence for both statements is lacking. Therefore, the prevalence of rectal prolapses and their risk factors...

Carbon disulfide (CS₂) is a highly toxic and flammable solvent extensively used in chemical processes and laboratory analyses. This review examines both air and biological monitoring methods for assessing the exposure of laboratory workers to CS₂. Em...

This study aimed to compare the efficiency of two methods for airborne surface decontamination: hydrogen peroxide vapor (HPV) and aerosolized hydrogen peroxide (aHP). Spores of G. stearothermophilus and B. atrophaeus were exposed to a 35% hydrogen pe...

Laboratory testing is a complex process with a significant error rate. Studies of laboratory errors have found that the major causes are preanalytical factors, interferences, and process errors. Efforts by regulatory agencies to improve quality via m...

Infections acquired in research laboratories and unintentional pathogen escapes from breaches in biocontainment pose risks to humans and the environment, necessitating the need for effective biosafety and biosecurity management frameworks in bioconta...

This paper provides a comprehensive review of the history of laboratory-acquired infections (LAIs) from a scientific perspective on biosafety risks. It analyzes cases from the late 19th century to the 2020s, whereas the previous research on this topi...

Despite the growing number of published studies on student learning in the laboratory, there is a critical need to improve methodological rigor. Resonating with discussions on research methods, this paper outlines the importance of theory-informed re...

The modernization of society goes hand in hand with agricultural, industrial, and economic development, with this development becoming increasingly complex due to the large number of activities being carried out and the diversification of products ge...

Herein, we present the implementation of a low-cost web-based information system tailored to manage a university department chemical warehouse. The system provides a centralized platform for cataloging, tracking, and managing chemical inventory data,...

Authentic hands-on learning experiences are paramount for applying content and practices in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and career and technical (CTE) education. Such learning experiences are foundational for preparing P-...

The rapid evolution of robotics across various sectors, including healthcare, manufacturing, and domestic applications, has underscored a significant workforce skills gap. The shortage of qualified professionals in the labor market has had adverse ef...

Textile chemistry and textile processing laboratories are essential environments for textile product research and development, but they also pose hazards that require rigorous precautions. Among the most common risks is handling chemicals used in the...