Shows
New Matter: Inside the Minds of SLAS ScientistsEnsuring Sample Integrity | Automation Challenges in Diagnostics with David Jennions, Ph.D. (Sponsored by United Robotics Group)Send us a textLive from SLAS2025, Emily Yamasaki, Ph.D., speaks with David Jennions, Ph.D., Senior Director of Platforms and Systems Development at Grail and SLAS board member. Jennions discusses his role at Grail, which involves overseeing the development and deployment of large-scale automation systems for clinical diagnostics, ensuring they are fit for purpose and operationally efficient. Later, the two discuss themes of integration, communication and collaboration in lab automation, particularly in the context of the Nexus Xp Pavilion at the conference. He also shares insights into the challenges of automating complex diagnostic assays, the...2025-02-2518 min
New Matter: Inside the Minds of SLAS ScientistsThe Value of Taking A Left Turn | Career Trajectories with David Jennions, Ph.D.Send us a textHave you ever noticed that music and maths often tie themselves together? Our guest this week is an excellent example of this, with his passionate start with the euphonium to his career in physics and engineering. In this continuation of our series on career trajectories, David Jennions walks us through the differences in education between the UK and US systems, his work in brining science and engineering together, and the importance of hands on apprenticeships in lab automation. Upcoming SLAS Events: SLAS Europe 2025 Conference and Exhibition 20...2022-06-0637 min