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SLAS 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 Verification

Leticia Manen, Ph.D. (Bellvitge Biomedical Research Institute)
Harnessing Drug Metabolites In Precision Medicine: Deeping into antineoplastic’s major metabolites polypharmacology

Joel Sanchez Barea, Ph.D. Candidate (Incheon National University)
Multiplexed detection of single-point mutations in human serum by integrating Surface Enhanced Raman Scattering with Polymerase Chain Reaction.

What is the Tony B. Travel Award?
This annual travel grant program provides funding for the SLAS International Conference and Exhibition and the SLAS Europe Conference and Exhibition for students, graduate students, post-doctoral associates, and junior faculty with less than four years in their first academic appointments.

Visit our Student Resources to learn more about these awards.

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SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening) is an international professional society of academic, industry and government life sciences researchers and the developers and providers of laboratory automation technology. The SLAS mission is to bring together researchers in academia, industry and government to advance life sciences discovery and technology via education, knowledge exchange and global community building. For more information about SLAS, visit www.slas.org.

SLAS publishes two peer-reviewed and MEDLINE-indexed scientific journals, SLAS Discovery and SLAS Technology. For more information about SLAS and its journals, visit slas.org

Upcoming SLAS Events:

SLAS 2024 Data Sciences and AI Symposium

• November 12-13, 2024
• Cambridge, MA, USA

SLAS2025 International Conference and Exhibition

• January 25-29, 2025
• San Diego, CA, USA

SLAS Europe 2025 Conference and Exhibition

• 20-22 May 2025
• Hamburg, Germany

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Colin 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 importance
• What it means to be an ally
• How to get involved in DEI initiatives
• How to have DEI conversations with team members
• How intersectionality factors into DEI

About Our Guest:
Colin is a seasoned Lab Automation Engineer and Molecular Biologist with extensive experience in integrating and operating liquid handlers and workcells in both R&D and data factory environments.

Beyond that, he is dedicated to education and skill development, teaching 3D printing to foster innovation and hands-on learning. and is passionate about DEI initiatives.

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About SLAS
SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening) is an international professional society of academic, industry and government life sciences researchers and the developers and providers of laboratory automation technology. The SLAS mission is to bring together researchers in academia, industry and government to advance life sciences discovery and technology via education, knowledge exchange and global community building.

Upcoming SLAS Events:

SLAS Europe 2024 Conference and Exhibition

• May 27-29, 2024
• Barcelona, Spain

SLAS 2024 Microscale Innovation in Life Sciences Symposium

• 11-12 September 2024
• Cambridge, United Kingdom

SLAS 2024 Sample Management Symposium

• 16-17 October 2024
• Toulouse, France

SLAS 2024 Data Sciences and AI Symposium

• November 12-13, 2024
• Cambridge, MA, USA

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In 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 discovery
• What differentiates 3D printed models from other 3D generative methods
• The solutions Intenvia's RASTRUM™ Platform is providing in this area
• The future outlook on 3D printed biological models

About Inventia Life Science:
We’re Inventia Life Science. We develop solutions to create advanced cell models and help forward-thinking pioneers in the fields of drug discovery and biomedical research to create human tissue for research and therapy.

Our machines create advanced cell models which most closely and predictably imitate real human tissue structure and behaviour across a range of disease states. This physiological complexity offers an environment in which world-class research and discovery can occur, right in your own lab.

Visit inventia.life to learn more.

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About SLAS
SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening) is an international professional society of academic, industry and government life sciences researchers and the developers and providers of laboratory automation technology. The SLAS mission is to bring together researchers in academia, industry and government to advance life sciences discovery and technology via education, knowledge exchange and global community building.

Upcoming SLAS Events:

SLAS Europe 2024 Conference and Exhibition

• May 27-29, 2024
• Barcelona, Spain

SLAS 2024 Microscale Innovation in Life Sciences Symposium

• 11-12 September 2024
• Cambridge, United Kingdom

SLAS 2024 Sample Management Symposium

• 16-17 October 2024
• Toulouse, France

SLAS 2024 Data Sciences and AI Symposium

• November 12-13, 2024
• Cambridge, MA, USA

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This 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 the Pixel System by visiting:
cytotronics.com/products

Full transcript available here

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About SLAS
SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening) is an international professional society of academic, industry and government life sciences researchers and the developers and providers of laboratory automation technology. The SLAS mission is to bring together researchers in academia, industry and government to advance life sciences discovery and technology via education, knowledge exchange and global community building.

Upcoming SLAS Events:

SLAS Europe 2024 Conference and Exhibition

• May 27-29, 2024
• Barcelona, Spain

SLAS 2024 Microscale Innovation in Life Sciences Symposium

• 11-12 September 2024
• Cambridge, United Kingdom

SLAS 2024 Sample Management Symposium

• 16-17 October 2024
• Toulouse, France

SLAS 2024 Data Sciences and AI Symposium

• November 12-13, 2024
• Cambridge, MA, USA

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In 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.

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At Roche Sequencing, we are building on Roche’s legacy of innovation to transform next-generation sequencing and its application. By simplifying workflows and expanding assay menus, we are broadening access to genomic data and lowering barriers to routine use. Our growing suite of products spans the genomics workflow, from sample acquisition and preparation through data analysis and final result, helping you answer important questions in genetics, cancer and beyond.

We’re not just committed to providing you with our broad portfolio of industry-leading sequencing solutions; we’re also dedicated to making sure that you have the scientific support, technical expertise, and guidance that you can depend on. So no matter what your sequencing destination, you can be sure we’re with you every step of the way.

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About SLAS
SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening) is an international professional society of academic, industry and government life sciences researchers and the developers and providers of laboratory automation technology. The SLAS mission is to bring together researchers in academia, industry and government to adv

Upcoming SLAS Events:

SLAS Europe 2024 Conference and Exhibition

• May 27-29, 2024
• Barcelona, Spain

SLAS 2024 Microscale Innovation in Life Sciences Symposium

• 11-12 September 2024
• Cambridge, United Kingdom

SLAS 2024 Sample Management Symposium

• 16-17 October 2024
• Toulouse, France

SLAS 2024 Data Sciences and AI Symposium

• November 12-13, 2024
• Cambridge, MA, USA

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Recorded straight from the SLAS2024 exhibit hall floor – New Matter host, Hannah Rosen, Ph.D., speaks with winners of the Student Poster Award, Tony B. Award and the SLAS-NOBCChE Scholarship!

Congratulations to our winners!
(Listed in interview order)

Transcript Available on Buzzsprout

Student Poster Award
Marissa E. Davies (National Institutes of Health)
High-Throughput Characterization of Isozyme-Specific Aldehyde Dehydrogenase (ALDH) Inhibitors

Kui You (National University of Singapore)
Address Infections by Multi-Drug Resistant Bacteria with Artificial Intelligence-Empowered Combination Therapies

Tony B. Travel Award
Arun Kumar (National University of Singapore)
High Aspect Ratio Nanostraws for High-Throughput Primary Immune Cell Transfection

SLAS-NOBCChE Scholarship
Marygrace Pelekamoyo (J. Frank Dobie High School)

Nathaniel Gauthier (Carver High School of Engineering and Science)

Our Sponsor for this Episode
At Roche Sequencing, we are building on Roche’s legacy of innovation to transform next-generation sequencing and its application. By simplifying workflows and expanding assay menus, we are broadening access to genomic data and lowering barriers to routine use. Our growing suite of products spans the genomics workflow, from sample acquisition and preparation through data analysis and final result, helping you answer important questions in genetics, cancer and beyond.

We’re not just committed to providing you with our broad portfolio of industry-leading sequencing solutions; we’re also dedicated to making sure that you have the scientific support, technical expertise, and guidance that you can depend on. So, no matter what your sequencing destination, you can be sure we’re with you every step of the way.

To learn more, visit: sequencing.roche.com

Visit our Student Resources to learn more about these awards.

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About SLAS
SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and S

Upcoming SLAS Events:

SLAS Europe 2024 Conference and Exhibition

• May 27-29, 2024
• Barcelona, Spain

SLAS 2024 Microscale Innovation in Life Sciences Symposium

• 11-12 September 2024
• Cambridge, United Kingdom

SLAS 2024 Sample Management Symposium

• 16-17 October 2024
• Toulouse, France

SLAS 2024 Data Sciences and AI Symposium

• November 12-13, 2024
• Cambridge, MA, USA

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Introducing our exciting new series - Peers Review! Get ready to explore fascinating topics in life sciences you may have heard of, but never fully understood.

This week is all about Spheroids and Organoids!

Hannah Rosen, Ph.D. is joined by SLAS Scientific Director Lesley Matthews, Ph.D., to discuss the differences between spheroids and organoids. Listen as they explore the advantages and trade-offs of using spheroids compared to organoids in research, touching on high-throughput, complexity and physiological relevance issues. Lesley highlights emerging technology that is making organoid research more scalable and predicts a future where organoids could be used for higher throughput studies. Overall, the conversation sheds light on the evolving landscape of 3D cell culture models and their importance in biomedical research.

Key Learning Points:

1. Speroids vs Organoids – Definition and Composition
2. What the primary differences are
3. How they factor into emerging technologies
4. The future outlook on spheroids and organoids

Full Transcript Available on Buzzsprout

Our Sponsor for this Episode
At Roche Sequencing, we are building on Roche’s legacy of innovation to transform next-generation sequencing and its application. By simplifying workflows and expanding assay menus, we are broadening access to genomic data and lowering barriers to routine use. Our growing suite of products spans the genomics workflow, from sample acquisition and preparation through data analysis and final result, helping you answer important questions in genetics, cancer and beyond.

We’re not just committed to providing you with our broad portfolio of industry-leading sequencing solutions; we’re also dedicated to making sure that you have the scientific support, technical expertise, and guidance that you can depend on. So no matter what your sequencing destination, you can be sure we’re with you every step of the way.

To learn more, visit: sequencing.roche.com

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About SLAS
SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening) is an international professional society of academic, industry and government life sciences resea

Upcoming SLAS Events:

SLAS Europe 2024 Conference and Exhibition

• May 27-29, 2024
• Barcelona, Spain

SLAS 2024 Microscale Innovation in Life Sciences Symposium

• 11-12 September 2024
• Cambridge, United Kingdom

SLAS 2024 Sample Management Symposium

• 16-17 October 2024
• Toulouse, France

SLAS 2024 Data Sciences and AI Symposium

• November 12-13, 2024
• Cambridge, MA, USA

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This installment of our Accessibility in the Lab series features Brandon Miller, Client Solutions Executive and Diversity Services Lead at Clarkston Consulting. The discussion centers around diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) issues in the lab and the life sciences industry.

The conversation emphasizes how understanding diverse communities leads to better product development and marketing strategies. Brandon explains how DEI practices, such as hiring diverse talent and fostering inclusive workplace cultures, directly impact the quality and success of life science products, from drug development to marketing campaigns.

Host Hannah Rosen, Ph.D., and Miller further discuss the importance of DEI in clinical trials, highlighting historical inequities and recent efforts by regulatory bodies like the FDA to promote diversity.

Full Transcript Available on Buzzsprout

Our Sponsor for this Episode
At Roche Sequencing, we are building on Roche’s legacy of innovation to transform next-generation sequencing and its application. By simplifying workflows and expanding assay menus, we are broadening access to genomic data and lowering barriers to routine use. Our growing suite of products spans the genomics workflow, from sample acquisition and preparation through data analysis and final result, helping you answer important questions in genetics, cancer and beyond.

We’re not just committed to providing you with our broad portfolio of industry-leading sequencing solutions; we’re also dedicated to making sure that you have the scientific support, technical expertise, and guidance that you can depend on. So no matter what your sequencing destination, you can be sure we’re with you every step of the way.

To learn more, visit: sequencing.roche.com

Stay connected with SLAS

• Online at www.slas.org
• Facebook
• Twitter @SLAS_Org
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About SLAS
SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening) is an international professional society of academic, industry and government life sciences researchers and the developers and providers of laboratory automation technology. The SLAS mission is to bring together researchers in academia, industry and government to advance life sciences discovery and te

Upcoming SLAS Events:

SLAS Europe 2024 Conference and Exhibition

• May 27-29, 2024
• Barcelona, Spain

SLAS 2024 Microscale Innovation in Life Sciences Symposium

• 11-12 September 2024
• Cambridge, United Kingdom

SLAS 2024 Sample Management Symposium

• 16-17 October 2024
• Toulouse, France

SLAS 2024 Data Sciences and AI Symposium

• November 12-13, 2024
• Cambridge, MA, USA

View the full events calendar