How to Write an SOP
They may seem simple, but SOPs (standard operating procedures) are surprisingly tricky. On the surface, they describe how a specific process is carried out at your organization. Pretty straightforward, right?
Light-Activated Metal Catalyst Selectively Converts CO₂ to Industrial Chemical
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Andressa Müller and Sai Puneet Desai use an infrared spectrometer in the Brookhaven Lab Chemistry Division to analyze a sample containing a photosensitizer, their catalyst, and other reaction components. They and the rest of the research team wear protective glasses to shield their eyes from the laser that helps them understand the reaction mechanism.
Chemists at the U.S.
Marked for Life
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Lasers enable safe, scratch-resistant marking that’s more durable than ever.
In medical technology, safety is paramount. Every step in the manufacturing process must meet the highest standards, from patient protection to regulatory compliance.
Improving Accuracy and Efficiency in NDT Nuclear Inspections With 3D Scanning
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Go!SCAN 3D helps Intercontrôle technicians acquire 3D measurements of difficult-to-access parts in nuclear power plants.
Since its founding in 1974, Intercontrôle has been a leader in France’s nuclear energy sector, ensuring the safety of reactor components through automated
NIST Consortium and Draft Guidelines Aim to Improve Security in Software Development
To support the creation of software that is secure against cyber-breaches and free of malicious code, the U.S.
Micrometer-Precise Material Analysis
Precise material analysis plays a central role in many industries, from the pharmaceutical and food industries to construction materials, biotechnology, and environmental sciences.
Celebrating Our Frontline Scapegoats
With Labor Day coming around, here’s an article to celebrate the folks who usually get blamed for the quality problems.
Becoming a Net Exporter of Talent
Want to build your team? Get rid of the people who are on it. I don’t mean go about firing people in a flurry. Become what I call a “net exporter of talent.”
New NIST Reference Strengthens Quality Control for Biological Drugs
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A team of NIST researchers, including Srivalli Telikepalli (shown here), developed a standard reference material that will help biopharmaceutical companies better detect these particles in their drug products.
A rapidly growing category of drugs called protein-based biotherapeutics can be used to treat cancers and genetic and autoimmune disorders.
How Bott Group Cut Days From Vehicle Fit-Outs With 3D Scanning
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The Bott Group speeds up its 3D measurement processes for in-vehicle fittings thanks to the HandySCAN 3D|MAX Series
The Bott Group designs vehicle and operating equipment as well as workplace systems.