Imagine More, Create Solutions
A PODCAST BY IMCS
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"Imagine More, Create Solutions" is the podcast for all things biotechnology and life sciences. Hosted by IMCS co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Andrew Lee, the podcast features discussions with leading scientists and experts from various fields including clinical and forensic toxicology, biotech, pharma, academia, and beyond. Whether you're a scientist, laboratory professional, graduate student, professor, or simply someone who enjoys exploring science in-depth, this podcast is for you. Welcome!
Explore Each Episode
Episode 1: Investing in high-quality reagents and stress-testing validations (Part 1 with Dr. Scott Kephart, Quasar Instruments)
(33 min 23 s)
In this episode, Dr. Andrew Lee and Claire Collins sit down with Dr. Scott Kephart of Quasar Instruments for a deep dive into the importance of investing in and selecting the right reagents. They discuss factors that affect turnaround times, instrument downtime, and overall laboratory ROI. You see, it's more than data at stake – ultimately, it's about the patients.
Episode 2: The interplay of quality reagents, lab results, and patient care (Part 2 with Dr. Scott Kephart, Quasar Instruments)
(20 min)
Dive back in with Dr. Andrew Lee, Claire Collins, and Quasar's Dr. Scott Kephart in Part 2. In Part 1, we focused on the critical role of quality reagents and validations. Part 2 sheds light on the real-world consequences of subpar lab results, especially for smaller labs. Dive into the intricacies of enzyme hydrolysis with us and see why ensuring quality directly impacts patient care.
Episode 3: Next-generation beta-glucuronidases, modernizing lab workflows and more with Michael Twilbeck (Kokua Analytical Consultants) (46 min)
Andrew, Claire, and Michael Twilbeck (Kokua Analytical Consultants) delve into the evolution of beta-glucuronidases, detailing how these novel enzymes can optimize laboratory productivity. In addition, they address important issues such as cost assessments, integration complexities, and industry shifts, as well as the benefits of community and collaboration in this field.
Episode 4: Building a high-performing toxicology lab from the ground up with Michelle Spruill (Sagis) (37 min)
In this episode, Andrew and Claire chat with Michelle Spruill (Sagis Toxicology) about the challenges in establishing a toxicology lab and how high-quality reagents like IMCSzyme RT boost low-level drug detection in urine tests. They also cover enzyme kinetics and how buffers enable complete hydrolysis of samples for confirmation testing. Join in to learn about the behind-the-scenes complexities of running a diagnostic lab and how experts like Michelle Spruill navigated these challenges!
Episode 5: Biomolecule purification, advances in chromatography, and automating lab workflows with robotic liquid handlers (with Dr. Patrick Kates & Dr. Todd Mullis, IMCS) (48 min)
In this episode, Dr. Andrew Lee sits down with IMCS scientists Dr. Patrick Kates and Dr. Todd Mullis to delve into biomolecule purification. They tackle the challenges and advantages of tip-based technologies and discuss automating lab workflows, with a focus on affinity purification and buffer exchange. Tune in for an in-depth look at the technicalities of protein purification and lab automation.
Episode 6: Exploring the role of agarose resins in biomolecule purification (with Dr. Andy Masters, Purolite)
In this episode, Dr. Andrew Lee and Dr. Andy Masters (Purolite, an Ecolab Company) discuss the role of agarose resins in protein purification and bioprocessing, the benefits of Purolite's jetted technology, how IMCStips utilizes Purolite resins, and Andy Masters’ career journey. They also discuss various aspects of resin technology, including high-throughput screening, the impact of bead size on purification processes, and Purolite's commitment to sustainability and supply security.
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Whether you've enjoyed our science deep dives or have fresh research to discuss, we'd love to hear from you. Maybe you're our next guest? We're all ears!