Eppendorf celebrates the 60th birthday of a pipetting masterstroke Kumar Jeetendra | May 28, 2021 2021 marks a key milestone for anyone working in a lab. Sixty years ago, Eppendorf changed the ways of handling liquids by introducing the world’s first piston-stroke pipette. Launched in 1961, the Eppendorf ‘Marburg Pipette’ featured the same basic elements as those found in today’s labs: a spring-loaded piston that stops precisely at a set …
Pipette Tip Box Design- A crucial factor in preventing pipetting errors Kumar Jeetendra | February 5, 2022 Dispensing the exact volume is one of the major concern amongst lab workers handling patient samples and macromolecules such as DNA/RNA, Proteins, Enzymes and other reagents. There are several factors that play an important role in the accuracy of the tests being performed in molecular diagnostics, drug discovery, biological research laboratories and academic institutions handling …
Proper Pipetting: 5 Tips to Improve Your Pipetting Kumar Jeetendra | January 5, 2023 Hardly any activity is as common in laboratories as pipetting. Whether PCR, ELISA or dilution series – liquids need to be moved at virtually any time in most labs. Pipetting is therefore often considered a supposedly simple routine activity and receives little attention. Yet to use the right tools and follow proper technique is crucial …
Pipetting in Microbiology: 5 Things You’re Forgetting Kumar Jeetendra | February 21, 2023 Pipetting is a common and widely found laboratory technique to accurately measure and transfer small volumes of liquids. This is done using pipettes that are available in varying ranges and sizes. They consist of a plunger to pick a particular liquid amount and a calibrated tube. The parts of the pipette are sensitive to damage …
Mastering Pipette Techniques: Tips and Tricks for Accurate Liquid Handling Kumar Jeetendra | October 23, 2023 Whether you work in a chemistry, biology, or clinical lab, mastering pipette techniques is essential for precise liquid handling in lab environments. For accurate data and repeatable outcomes, precise measurements are necessary. Here are some tips and tricks to help you improve your pipetting skills: Select the Correct Pipette: Decide on the pipette that best …
9 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Using Pipettes Kumar Jeetendra | October 23, 2023 For accurate and precise liquid handling in a laboratory context, pipettes must be used correctly. By avoiding frequent errors, you can increase the validity of your findings and avoid contamination. Here are five common mistakes to avoid when using pipettes: Incorrect calibration Mistake: Using pipettes that are out of calibration or failing to periodically calibrate …
