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This month there is the first in a series of articles to help you implement in-house training.  There is also: news of a book on method validation from MTS; a discussion in Analytical Chemistry Revision Notes on error and uncertainty in analytical measurement; tips on equilibrating HPLC columns in Peak Solutions; a link to a free online calculator to help you save time in method development; and of course, the usual wise words from Lab Tech Guy.

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May 2009

"I'm a trainer? But that's not in my job description. Is it?"
Most people who work in a laboratory science environment are responsible for delivering some type of training.  This article is the first in a series which will provide guidance on how to implement in-house training. 
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New book on analytical method validation
This book provides a complete guide to validating analytical methods for pharmaceutical analysis.  It is perfect for anyone performing or supervising method validation studies.  Includes a discussion of all the validation parameters and also tables of suggested experimental procedures, acceptance criteria and reporting requirements. 
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Equilibration of HPLC columns
For how long should you equilibrate a HPLC column?  This article explains how to calculate suitable equilibration times for your HPLC methods.
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Error and uncertainty in analytical measurement - Part I
Do you consider the uncertainty associated with an analytical measurement when you quote a result?  The first part of this series takes a closer look at error and uncertainty, defining what each term refers to and how they are different. 
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Free stuff online
This month we take a look at the HPLC method development calculator from Thermo.  This online tool enables you to calculate the required method conditions when you change over to new column dimensions. 
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Lab Tech Guy on sharps in the lab
When is a sharp not a sharp? Lab Tech Guy considers the safe disposal of plastic syringes in the laboratory.
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