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How Labs Can Avoid Polluting Waterways (and What to Do Instead)

Shannon Meirzon Pyxis Communications February 22, 2023

In June 2020, the small town of Merrillville, IN, received a visit from the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM). Merrillville is home to Microbac, a laboratory that offers analytical testing services for food, environmental, antimicrobial products, and pharmaceuticals. With more than 20 facilities across the United States, they are required to follow local water regulations, in addition to safety data sheets. However, what the IDEM found was not in line with either.

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In Water Conservation Tags green biochemistry
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Ways that Labs Can Reduce Plastic Packaging Waste

Shannon Meirzon Pyxis Communications January 30, 2023

Plastic packaging often gets a bad rap (wrap?). And rightly so — approximately 5.5 million tons of plastic is produced annually in life sciences laboratories. While it provides essential protection and labeling for products, its impact on the environment calls for action. Fortunately, there are ways laboratories can reduce their waste from plastic packaging.

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In Lab plastics, Supply Chain Tips Tags packaging waste
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Fetal Bovine Serum : Is it time to find a new growth supplement?

Shannon Meirzon Pyxis Communications October 6, 2022

Fetal bovine serum, or FBS, has been a staple in cell culture practices for decades. However, multiple ethical issues and market supply challenges surround its use. Here’s a rundown of the issues around FBS, why scientists are looking for other options, and some alternative products to consider.

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In Cell Culture Tips, Supply Chain Tips Tags Tissue Culture
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Top 5 Sustainable Travel Tips for Scientists

Shannon Meirzon Pyxis Communications June 10, 2022

When it comes to travel, there are many ways to be sustainable – here are some tips to keep in mind as you head out to your next tradeshow or conference.

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In Communications, Teamwork Tags conferences
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Lab Reuse Strategies to Reduce Carbon Footprints

Shannon Meirzon Pyxis Communications May 12, 2022

The shift to single-use plastics has grown dramatically in life science over time. Excitingly, a new study shares evidence that a balanced approach of reuse and single-use labware can reduce environmental impacts and costs.

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In Reuse strategies, Lab plastics Tags lab plastic, glassware
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DNA and RNA Purification Kits

Shannon Meirzon Pyxis Communications April 1, 2022

The eco-friendly design movement to cut waste while retaining or improving nucleic acid purification results is gaining traction. Learn about kits from three vendors.

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In Molecular Biology Tips, Lab plastics Tags DNA purification
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