by Malcolm Slaney | May 18, 2026 | Sustainability
Which Lab Consumables Are Most Exposed to Resin Market Risk? Plastic labware is often treated as a stable, predictable operating expense. A lab orders tips, plates, tubes, reservoirs, and seals because the work requires them. But behind that routine purchasing process...
by Malcolm Slaney | Apr 20, 2026 | Plasma Cleaning, Sustainability
Circular Labs Are Resilient Labs Circularity in the lab is usually framed as a sustainability initiative. Reduce waste. Lower emissions. Do the right thing. All true. But it misses the bigger point. Circularity is not just about sustainability. It is about control. In...
by Malcolm Slaney | Feb 4, 2026 | Sustainability
The Plastic Problem in Life Science: Why It Matters and What We Can Do About It In the pursuit of scientific discovery, the life sciences community has made remarkable progress, from life-saving therapies to groundbreaking technologies. Yet, there is an environmental...
by Malcolm Slaney | Jun 17, 2025 | Sustainability
Why Life Cycle Assessments Matter and How IonField Systems Helps You Measure What You Save In an era where sustainability is no longer optional but essential, Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) have become a critical tool for evaluating the true environmental impact of...
by Malcolm Slaney | May 9, 2025 | Sustainability
How Reusing Plastic Labware Supports a Circular Approach to Science More than ever before, laboratories are under increasing pressure to reduce costs, maintain reproducibility, and meet growing sustainability expectations. One of the most impactful, yet often...
by Malcolm Slaney | Mar 31, 2025 | Sustainability
Advocating for Sustainability in High-Throughput Screening Labs High-throughput screening (HTS) laboratories are the backbone of drug discovery, biotechnology, and life sciences research. These labs process thousands—if not millions—of samples using automation,...
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