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Is there a risk in being a beach bum?

Added: 22 Mar 2018

A recent study looking at the gut bacteria of surfers has given good reason for concern over the po…

Optimising the proof test burden

Added: 23 Dec 2017

Asset owners and operators are continuously being driven by the regulators to demonstrate that the …

Measuring marine fuel water content

Added: 27 Oct 2017

It accounts for more than 50% of a container ships operating costs, so it pays to ensure marine fue…

Four rules for keeping your laboratory on budget

Added: 26 Sep 2017

Recently promoted to laboratory manager? You many find yourself taking on new tasks that test your …

How calorimetry helps combat antibiotic-resistant bacteria

Added: 6 Sep 2017

As resistance to antibiotics increases, the benefits of calorimetry technique in R&D and diagnostic…

ANSI regulations - what they mean for your lab business

Added: 6 Sep 2017

Laboratory managers need to understand the implications of the ANSI regulations advises Paul Thorn,…

Women’s contribution to engineering history is greater than you think...

Added: 23 Jun 2017

To mark International Women in Engineering Day, Helen Marston, engineer at specialist resistor manu…