From more than 20 short courses to more than 150 scientific podium presentations spanning nine educational tracks to the latest products and services to be showcased in the exhibition, prospective participants to SLAS2024 share what they most anticipate about attending the SLAS International Exhibition and Conference to be held Feb. 3-7, 2024, in Boston. Read more to build your own list!
The SLAS Journals recently added something new to its article submission format: the protocol article. Different from reviews, perspectives, original research and technical briefs, the protocol article presents detailed research methods that have been previously used and published in peer-reviewed journals for the sake of allowing others to try out a method, assay or technology to advance scientific discovery.
The high school recipients of the first scholarships from SLAS and The National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers (NOBCChE) boldly examine environmental waste, its impact and how to make change happen.
Thought leaders for SLAS share how to launch discussions that address the complicated matters of accessibility, sustainability and data management. Whether the situation requires adapting laboratory design to make it more user-friendly, coping with the daily detritus of research, or organizing the mountain of data produced by a single experiment, life sciences teams can open breakthrough dialogs to advance progress in these areas.
Accessibility, sustainability and data management are big topics in life sciences with many options. An upcoming SLAS Electronic Laboratory Neighborhood article focuses on these three issues and offers some interesting starting points recommended by these thought leaders. Read more for a snapshot of the upcoming article and what labs can launch now to advance progress in these areas.
Find a focus, expand your horizon or simply collect some phone-a-friend advice ... the road of successful mentorship is traveled by two. SLAS mentors share perspectives from both sides of the equation and how each can steer the relationship toward greater impact.
Ask SLAS members about their pursuits outside of work and you will get a diverse list of answers about activities, hobbies and pastimes. Read on for some inspiring ideas for the next time you hit a roadblock in research, need a wind-down from work life or just want to cut loose from the lab.
Each year leading life sciences start-up companies apply to exhibit in the SLAS Innovation AveNEW section of the SLAS International and Europe Conference and Exhibition. Three past participants share how their experience helped their technology through the process of commercial development.
Understanding how cells respond to genetic perturbation can have an enormous impact on a wide array of biomedical applications – from identifying the causes of cancer drug resistance to improved precision in re-engineering cells. Yusuf Roohani, M.Sc., leverages the powers of deep learning and biological knowledge graphs to build computational models for in-silico gene perturbation that help scientists maximize the value generated by large perturbational screens.
Looking for new titles to add to your briefcase, beach bag, nightstand or carry-on? From mysteries, histories and sci fi to non-fiction tomes on the evolution of the grocery store, SLAS members share what they're reading, how they chose it, why they'd recommend it to others and the way they are getting their books these days.
SLAS2023 Keynote Speaker and national bestselling author Sam Kean serves up the best and worst moments in science history, seasoning it with a bit of humor. Get a sneak preview of his upcoming presentation as he discusses the marvels of forging ahead in modern science by examining its roots.
Full strength, thought provoking, discourse stimulating and even mind blowing – these are just a few words SLAS2023 Co-chairs Robyn Rourick and Kristen Nailor use to describe SLAS’s upcoming international conference and exhibition. Learn more as this dynamic duo offer highlights of what’s coming February 25 - March 1 in San Diego, CA, USA, and share stories of their career paths.
SLAS extends a warm welcome to the latest talented recruits of the SLAS Board of Directors: Philip Gribbon, Ph.D., Zachary A. Gurard-Levin, Ph.D., and Mariafrancesca Scalise, Ph.D. As they join six current SLAS Board members effective January 2023, Gribbon, Gurard-Levin and Scalise bring their experience, energy and imagination to propel SLAS into the new year to advance the Society's mission, goals and opportunities.
