Today's Freshest Bites
Science as Progress, and More on the Philosophy of Science
Why You Shouldn’t Worry about Getting Results
Everyone is worried about getting results, aren't they? Results are what you need for success in science - they are essential for bringing the funding in. But focusing on results per se is not a good way to work because, as a scientist, you can't "get" results. You (read on...)
Around the Blogs
This week's highlights from Around the Blogs include shakes in the lab, confused science journalists and brain tissue from stem (read on...)
Fast-track your Ampicillin Plasmid Transformations
Most of us use pretty standard transformation protocols for E.coli. Yours probably goes something like this: - Thaw the competent cells on ice - Add DNA - Electroporate (or incubate then heat shock for chemically competent cells) - Add rich medium (LB or SOC) - (read on...)
7 Ingredients for a Successful Job Application
In my current position, I had the opportunity to hire a new R&D scientist to join the team. I was excited at being able to build my team and take my time to find the perfect fit for our company. My experience in the process of hiring gave me a new perspective on (read on...)
Tech Tips & Tutorials
5 Laboratory Sterilisation Methods
Effective sterilisation techniques are essential for working with isolated cell lines for obvious reasons – you don’t want bugs
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- Sharpen Up Your Protein Gels
- How SDS-PAGE works
- 5 ways to Damage DNA
- Power-up Your Restriction Screens
Non-Tech Advice & Hacks
Are you growing in your career?
Where do you want to be, career-wise, in 1, 3, 5 or 10 years?
Is the position you are in at the moment helping you to reach that
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- Powerpoint: Lose the bullets
- Project Planning Made Easy
- Science and Entrepreneurship
- Career Options After Academia
Software & Tools
5 Bio-Related Apps for your Iphone/Ipod Touch
If you're one of the proud owners of an Ipod touch or an Iphone then there some great apps available for academics that makes life a
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News, Comments and Fun
A Grad Student, a Postdoc, and a Professor...
A grad student, a post-doc, and a professor are walking through a city park and they find an antique oil lamp. They rub it and a Genie
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- Around The Blogs
- Gates Foundation Innovations on Funding...
- Around the Blogs
- Revising the NIH Grant Review Process
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