#LabLife

[cassiocantdrink]

god i 💓 my colleagues.

(im knitting mittens. its a phase. but it so happens that i urgently need mens hand measurements)

so i saunter into the postgrads' room, politely grab ali's hand (with permission) and measure the hell out if it. a lively discussion starts about mens hand sizes, seems like everyone has a relative or two particularly gifted in the mitt department.

the discussion withers and dies, as they do, and i saunter back to the microscope, measurements in hand, measuring tape around my neck, and then it hits me:

during all that time, no-one even thought of asking WHY i needed the measurements in the first place. for science, obviously 😆

[peterbirming]

My lovely friend Jamie from Sweden!

🥰🦮

[cellbiologist]

Molecular Biology

"Molecular biologists unravel the complexities of life at the most fundamental level, studying the structure and function of molecules that make up cells. Their work advances our understanding of genetics, protein interactions, and cellular processes, driving breakthroughs in medicine, biotechnology, and environmental science. Through cutting-edge research, molecular biologists are at the forefront of discovering the molecular mechanisms that govern life, contributing to innovations that shape the future of science and healthcare."

[ph0ibe]

[sunb0rn]

ang ambag ko lang ay maging "supportive mom" ng apat na ito.

[extraordinarysoddy]

I did not come this far to only come this far💫

Next step RMT2025 cutie 💉🧫🧪🧬

[hope-to-hell]

Listen @punemy-spotted it’s completely your fault that I’m daydreaming about being in the middle of a Zemo-Toomes sandwich.

[hope-to-hell]

“That’ll be $5” when someone from another department borrows something

“But I didn’t get you anything!” When someone drops off specimens

“Idk man I just work here” when admin is making Weird Choices again

things i say that confuse and worry my coworkers:

“happy birthday” every time i hand them something

“well, that’s not ideal” whenever something is going wrong

“we are in the timeline that god abandoned” whenever i’m mildly inconvenienced

“can’t you see that your fighting is tearing this family apart?” whenever two or more coworkers are arguing

referring to taking medication as “eating medicine”

“time to go back to prison!” when putting animals back in their cages

referring to inanimate objects as (s)he, particularly when i break something and say “oh no, he’s dead.” this concerns them especially when i follow it up with “that’s not ideal”

“what are they gonna do, fire me?”

[cassiocantdrink]

lol as i was coming to work, i hello-ed our building manager who was tending our little front garden, and she called me her friend and suddenly gave me these, rathe dramatically. stomped off to the flower bed and broke them clean off the stems 🤯, but i guess its okay??? its like her hobby garden???

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[cassiocantdrink]

hahah i literally gif for work:

from doi: 10.1111/boc.201800078. a publication would require an avi or a mov file, but gifs work better in a presentation

(i have maybe 5% skills of an average tumblr giffer, but hey i get by)

i love knowing how to gif. what an amazing skill. useless unless on tumblr. perfect

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[healthorganica]

🩸💡 Did you know that blood collection tubes come with color codes for a reason? Each color indicates specific additives that help preserve and analyze blood samples. Understanding these codes is crucial for accurate testing!

[zodiaclifesciences]

💥 Your HPLC Columns Might Be the Real Drama Queens in the Lab

You’ve optimized your gradient. Your mobile phase is on point. Your sample is filtered to perfection. But your peaks still look like they’re having a meltdown?

👉 It’s probably your HPLC column acting up. And no one talks about it enough.

🧪 What Are HPLC Columns Actually Doing?

Behind that shiny steel exterior, HPLC columns are where the magic (or the chaos) happens. They’re packed with tiny particles that separate your sample based on interactions with the mobile phase — and every compound takes a different path out.

Basically, your HPLC column is running a tiny molecular obstacle course. And how well it works depends on the chemistry happening inside.

📊 Quick Guide to HPLC Columns (aka Choose Your Fighter)

Column TypeBest ForWhy You’ll Love ItC18 ColumnNon-polar compoundsThe classic reversed-phase beastC8 ColumnQuicker separationsLess retention, faster run timesPhenyl ColumnAromatic compoundsπ-π interactions for better selectivityAmino ColumnSugars & polar analytesWorks in both normal & reversed-phasePFP ColumnHalogenated & polar compoundsUnique selectivity, method-saver

💡 Pro tip: Choosing the right HPLC column can fix peak shape, improve resolution, and save you HOURS of troubleshooting.

🧼 How to Keep Your HPLC Columns Happy

HPLC columns aren’t indestructible. They’re sensitive, high-performance tools — and they demand respect.

✅ Always filter your samples & solvents ✅ Use a guard column (seriously, just do it) ✅ Avoid wild pH and pressure swings ✅ Don’t store them dry – use the right solvent ✅ Follow manufacturer guidelines like gospel

🚨 If Your HPLC Method Is Struggling…

Before you rewrite your whole method or blame the mobile phase, consider this: the issue might be with your HPLC column. A worn-out or poorly chosen column can wreck even the best method.

💬 Let’s Chat: HPLC Column Edition

💬 What’s your go-to HPLC column and why? 😅 Ever had a column completely save (or ruin) your separation? 🧪 Got tips for niche analytes? I want to hear ‘em!

Drop your comments below — let’s build the ultimate HPLC column thread.

📥 Bonus: I made a 1-page HPLC Column Selection Guide (great for students, new analysts, or anyone who’s tired of bad peaks). Reblog or DM me and I’ll send it your way, free.

[monteage-official]

🔬 Celebrating the minds behind the microscopes! This #WorldLaboratoryDay, we honor the scientists, researchers, and curious minds who turn experiments into breakthroughs. 🌍💡 Thank you for pushing boundaries and making the world a better place—one discovery at a time. . .

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