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You’re working in a laboratory with outdated equipment. How can you keep up with the latest research?

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If you work in a laboratory, you know how important it is to keep up with the latest research in your field. However, you may face the challenge of having outdated equipment that limits your ability to perform certain experiments or analyses. How can you overcome this obstacle and stay competitive in your career? Here are some tips to help you cope with outdated equipment and keep up with the latest research.

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Arslan Arshad

Medical Laboratory Professional | Global Health Security | Quality Assurance | Biorisk Management | Bioethics | One…
Paulo Roberto M.Sc.

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1 Upgrade what you can

One of the first things you can do is to assess your current equipment and identify what can be upgraded, repaired, or replaced. You may be able to find some budget-friendly options to improve the performance or functionality of your existing equipment, such as buying new software, accessories, or consumables. You can also look for grants, donations, or partnerships that can help you acquire new or refurbished equipment. Alternatively, you can try to negotiate with your management or institution to allocate more funds for equipment maintenance or purchase.

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Arslan Arshad

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Assess current equipment for upgrades or repairs. Seek budget-friendly options like new software or accessories. Explore grants or partnerships for new equipment. Negotiate for increased funding with management.

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I believe that's the reality for most of the people who works in any cuting-edge topic. For us, who works with technology, the top equipments are fundamental to evaluate hypotheses, due the sensibility and specialization required. If there is no possibility to be aquired, do the experiments on external labs. If even this is not possible, with is more common that we like to recognize, the focus should be on review the literature, better, dominate the literature, the fundamentals. Become the closer to a specialist as possible. Then, read as much papers as possible, to be able not only to interpretate the results, but also project another scenarios and predict behaviors. Difflicult? To much work? I never said it's gonna be easy, did I?

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2 Outsource what you can't

Another option is to outsource some of your laboratory work to external facilities that have more advanced equipment. You can use online platforms or networks to find and access services such as sequencing, imaging, or synthesis. You can also collaborate with other researchers or laboratories that have the equipment you need and share your resources or expertise in return. Outsourcing can save you time and money, as well as allow you to access high-quality data and results.

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Arslan Arshad

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Outsource laboratory work to facilities with advanced equipment. Utilize online platforms to find sequencing, imaging, or synthesis services. Collaborate with other researchers or laboratories to share resources and expertise. This saves time and money while accessing high-quality results.

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3 Learn from others

A third way to keep up with the latest research is to learn from others who have experience with the equipment you lack. You can attend webinars, workshops, or courses that teach you how to use or interpret the data from the latest equipment. You can also read publications, reviews, or protocols that describe the methods and applications of the equipment. You can also join online forums, groups, or communities where you can ask questions, exchange ideas, or get feedback from other researchers.

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Learn from others experienced with the equipment you lack. Attend webinars, workshops, or courses teaching its use and data interpretation. Read publications or join online forums for insights and feedback from other researchers.

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4 Innovate with what you have

A fourth and final tip is to innovate with what you have. You can try to adapt, modify, or combine your existing equipment to achieve similar or better results than the latest equipment. You can also look for alternative or creative ways to solve your research problems or answer your research questions. You can also challenge yourself to design or build your own equipment using low-cost or DIY materials. Innovating with what you have can help you develop new skills, knowledge, and insights.

Keeping up with the latest research is not easy when you have outdated equipment, but it is not impossible. By following these tips, you can make the most of what you have, access what you need, learn from others, and innovate with what you have. You can also improve your laboratory management skills and enhance your career development.

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Innovate with existing equipment by adapting, modifying, or combining it for better results. Explore alternative solutions and DIY approaches. This fosters skill development and enhances career growth despite outdated equipment.

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5 Here’s what else to consider

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