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New Matter: Inside the Minds of SLAS ScientistsBeyond the Hype | Practical AI Solutions from Expert Intelligence (Sponsored by Waters)Send us a textEmily Yamasaki speaks with Expert Intelligence's Lalin Theverapperuma, Ph.D. (CEO), and Andreas "Andi" Krupke, Ph.D. (Science Officer), on the SLAS2025 exhibition floor. The duo shares the company's inspiring journey from being an Innovation AveNEW participant in 2023 to now, highlighting their innovative AI technology designed to automate analytical data interpretation in the biotech and pharma industries. The conversation covers their unique Limited Sample Model™ (LSM) technology and the challenges of transitioning from tech to biotech. Thank you to our SponsorAt Waters™, we unlock the potential of scien...2025-03-2419 min
New Matter: Inside the Minds of SLAS ScientistsInnovation AveNEW Spotlight | React4Life’s Organ-on-a-Chip System (Sponsored by Waters)Send us a textEmily Yamasaki, Ph.D., is joined by 2025 Innovation AveNEW participants, React4Life's co-founders Silvia Scaglione, Ph.D., (CSO) and Maurizio Aiello, Ph.D. (CEO), on the SLAS2025 exhibition floor. They discuss their company's innovative organ-on-a-chip technology, the MIVO® system, and its applications in cancer research, nutraceuticals and dermocosmetics. The conversation highlights the unique features of their platform, its potential to reduce animal testing and future directions, including scalability and AI-driven data analysis.Thank you to our SponsorAt Waters™, we unlock the potential of science by solving problems tha...2025-03-1808 min
New Matter: Inside the Minds of SLAS ScientistsSpecial Episode | Meet Editor-in-Chief Bob Campbell of SLAS Discovery (Sponsored by Waters)Send us a textNew Matter is excited to announce that the SLAS Journal podcasts–SLAS Discovery Author Insights and SLAS Technology Authors Talk Tech–are merging with New Matter! All episodes will gradually be republished to the New Matter feed and referred to as a "Special Episode" in the title.To kick off this merge is the first episode of SLAS Discovery Author Insights featuring host Robert Howes, Ph.D., who speaks with SLAS Discovery Editor-in-Chief Bob Campbell, Ph.D. Recorded in 2020, they discuss Bob's work with the journal and a bit of history abou...2025-03-0312 min
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 ScientistsDonkey Work No More | Streamlining Lab Automation with Lab Donkey (Sponsored by United Robotics Group)Send us a textIn this episode, Emily Yamasaki, Ph.D., speaks with Lab Donkey Director Safwan Hak at SLAS2025 in San Diego. Safwan shares his extensive background in software development and how his newfound passion for lab automation led to the creation of Lab Donkey, a software platform designed to streamline lab automation processes. Originating from the British term "donkey work," Lab Donkey's mission is to streamline tedious manual lab tasks with its automation software. Safwan highlights the platform's focus on quick integration, ease of use, and collaboration with industry experts. Key Learning p...2025-02-1712 min
New Matter: Inside the Minds of SLAS ScientistsDemocratizing Laboratory Robotics with Jon Brennan-Badal of Opentrons (Sponsored by United Robotics Group)Send us a textIn this episode, SLAS Scientific Director Lesley Mathews, Ph.D., speaks with returning guest Opentrons CEO Jon Brennan-Badal to discuss their mission to democratize laboratory robotics. The conversation delves into the integration of AI to enhance automation efficiency, explores vendor equipment compatibility via the Opentrons Automation Marketplace, and highlights the platform’s open-source adaptability for diverse scientific applications.Key Learning Points:Methods of providing accessibility in laboratory roboticsHow AI is enhancing automation to make advanced automation tools easier to useThe importance of offering education and training in lab au...2025-02-1024 min
New Matter: Inside the Minds of SLAS ScientistsSLAS Applied Liquid Handling Bootcamp | Everything You Need to Know (Sponsored by United Robotics Group)Send us a textAre you someone who wants to hit the ground running with your first job in a laboratory? Or a company seeking to enhance the skills of your liquid handling specialists?In this episode, we discuss everything you need to know about the SLAS Applied Liquid Handling Boot Camp—a first of its kind course—that will take place April 8-9, 2025.What is this course?Who is it intended for?What does it provide participants?All questions are answered, and more!Want to learn more?2025-02-0318 min
New Matter: Inside the Minds of SLAS ScientistsSLAS2025 Short Courses PreviewSend us a textThe SLAS2025 Short Course Program consists of 20+ courses that will provide in-depth instruction on topics, issues and techniques related to the laboratory science and technology community. Short Courses run from January 25-26, 2025.This episode features several instructors who give a preview of their respective courses such as lesson highlights, takeaways and why you should attend their course. Attending SLAS2025? Browse the full course program and signup for a course here: SLAS2025 Short Course ProgramSee the timestamps for each course discussion below:00:00 — Exploring Ta...2025-01-2041 minNew Matter: Inside the Minds of SLAS ScientistsRevolutionizing Lab Productivity: How AI and Unified Data Platforms Drive Scientific Innovation (Sponsored by Sapio Sciences)Send us a textIn this special episode, Sapio Sciences Vice President Product and Pre-Sales Rob Brown, M.Sc., Ph.D., speaks with SLAS Scientific Director Lesley Mathews, Ph.D., to discuss how AI, large language models and a unified data platform revolutionize scientific informatics. Rob explains the benefits of a single data object and unified platform that streamlines data analysis and integrates seamlessly with lab equipment.Sapio's virtual assistant, ELaiN®, leverages natural language for more efficient lab workflows, allowing scientists to focus on complex tasks. The conversation highlights Sapio's mission to improve patient outcomes b...2024-11-1125 minNew Matter: Inside the Minds of SLAS ScientistsSLAS Europe 2024 | Interviews with Tony B. Travel Award WinnersSend us a textSLAS Scientific Director Lesley Mathews, Ph. D., speaks with several winners of our Tony B. Travel Award who presented at the SLAS Europe 2024 Conference and Exhibition.Congratulations to our winners!(Listed in interview order)Shitanshu Devrani, Ph.D. (University of Gothenburg)An Automated High-Throughput Platform for AI-Guided Development of Nanopore Membrane Biosensors and Real-time Edge Processing, Demonstrated with Wilson's Disease Sample VerificationLeticia Manen, Ph.D. (Bellvitge Biomedical Research Institute)Harnessing Drug Metabolites In Precision Medicine: Deeping into...2024-10-2819 minNew Matter: Inside the Minds of SLAS ScientistsAccessibility in the Lab | Best Practices in Allyship with Colin Cox, Ph.D.Send us a textColin Cox, Ph.D., Senior Director of Automation at Hexagon Bio, joins us for this episode. Colin participated in the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) panel as a panelist at this year's SLAS2024 International Conference and Exhibition. We continue the conversation panel discussion by taking a closer look at supporting DEI initiatives in the workplace, along with examples. Key Learning Points:What DEI is and its importanceWhat it means to be an allyHow to get involved in DEI initiativesHow to have DEI conversations with team membersHow intersectionality factors...2024-07-0845 minNew Matter: Inside the Minds of SLAS ScientistsCurrent Challenges of 3D Cell Models (Sponsored by Inventia Life Science)Send us a textIn this special episode, Inventia Life Science Director Sales and Operations, US, Dwayne Dexter, Ph.D., and Thomas & Kipp Gutshall Development Professor Of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering April Kloxin, Ph.D., join Hannah for a discussion on the current state of 3D cell model challenges and how Inventia's RASTRUM™ Platform is providing solutions. Key Learning Points:The challenges researchers are facing while using 3D models for drug discoveryWhat differentiates 3D printed models from other 3D generative methodsThe solutions Intenvia's RASTRUM™ Platform is providing in this area...2024-06-0341 minNew Matter: Inside the Minds of SLAS ScientistsThe Pixel System from CytoTronics | New Product Award Winner with Shalaka ChitaleSend us a textThis episode highlights SLAS2024 New Product Award Winner Cytotronics.Director of Biology at CytoTronics, Shalaka Chitale, Ph.D., joins us to provide an in-depth look into the award-winning product the Pixel System. Chitale shares insights into the development and functionalities of the Pixel system, a revolutionary technology that combines cutting-edge electrical imaging with microplate-based assays. This system is set to transform cell analysis, enabling high-throughput, label-free monitoring and manipulating cells at a single-cell level and offering unprecedented insights into cell morphology, function and behavior.Learn more about t...2024-05-0624 min
New Matter: Inside the Minds of SLAS ScientistsExploring AI Adoption in Early Drug Discovery with Raminderpal Singh (Sponsored by Roche)Send us a textIn this episode, we delve into AI adoption in early drug discovery with Raminderpal Singh, Ph.D., founder of HitchhikersAI. Raminderpal shares insights into HitchhikersAI's mission, which focuses on providing a collaborative platform for leveraging AI in drug discovery, emphasizing simple and effective solutions over complexity.They discuss the distinction between popularization and democratization of AI tools. He highlights the importance of making solutions widely accessible while addressing specific needs in the open-source community.Learn MoreFull Transcript on BuzzsproutOur Sponsor for this...2024-04-0142 min