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Author: lantsandlaminins

New paper published – Laminin N-terminus alpha31 (LaNt a31) protein distribution in adult human tissues

New paper out – LaNt a31 distribution in human tissue.

Cool pics galore!

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Teaching podcast update

A little while back, I was guest on a podcast about teaching methods. It’s now able to be embedded onto … More

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A very Scottish bias

And the update…

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Funded Ph.D Studentship Available

Studentship Available – Apply Now!

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New student sale – Life in the lab for $5

Back to school special!
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Teaching lab practicals in COVID conditions: 6 tips from my first classes

This week I taught four practical classes in COVID-secure conditions. Here are some tips from what I have learned.

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Let them eat cake.

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You can see a lot by looking – fluorescence microscopy to brighten your day

Back in the lab post COVID and Dr Lee Troughton has been on the confocal microscope grabbing some cool pics … More

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Readymade Excuse

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Valuing mystery

We have a mystery. For years forks have gone missing from our communal kitchen. Not one or two occasionally being … More

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