Labconscious connects Biologists to Sustainability with green lab practices

 

About Us

Labconscious is an open resource to inform and connect researchers using green lab initiatives to reduce the environmental footprint of bench science that is fully supported by New England Biolabs.

We (are scientists and we) get it: in our common pursuit of advancing scientific knowledge, assays must be run, reagents consumed and biohazard bags filled. Many of our methods produce significant waste and high energy consumption. Simple changes in our lab practices can promote sustainability, without compromising results.

 

Our Mission

Started by biomedical engineer Joshua Resnikoff in 2015, our mission at Labconscious is threefold:

1. Raise awareness by sharing ideas, protocols, and best practices  

2. Empower scientists to make changes at their bench, in their lab, and across their workspace

3. Inspire scientists to join the movement and teach others 

 

How You Can Participate

Does this sound interesting to you? There are a number of ways that you can be involved. You can do any or all of the following:

  • Subscribe to our blog (click 'subscribe' on the blog page)

  • Follow our social channels (click on the social icons in the footer)

  • Share this website with your colleagues.

  • Submit ideas for blogs or tips for being green in the lab

  • Post photos or comments to social channels using #labconscious

  • Let us know about any cool stories or projects that relate to lab sustainability

 

Environmental Sponsorship

New England Biolabs is a life sciences reagents company that consistently demonstrates its commitment to the environment through proactive initiatives. Labconscious strives to make a better world through better labs.

 

Our Contributors

Editor: Nicole Kelesoglu

Nicole Kelesoglu has previous lab experience in cell biology, microbiology, and molecular biology. She is a life science writer with subject expertise in biotechnology and sustainable lab practices for New England Biolabs. Nicole has a great love for nature, clever stand-up comedy, and the fine arts. Motto; Love science and nature? What you love you protect.

Contributing Author: Kerstin Hermuth-Kleinschmidt, Ph.D.

Kerstin Hermuth-Kleinschmidt has a Ph.D. in Chemistry with a specialization in biochemistry. She has served the life science industry for many years as a freelance consultant focused on the practical implementation of sustainable practices in scientific research and sustainable business management. Dr. Hermuth-Kleinschmidt publishes regularly on topics like sustainable lab practices as well as offers workshops and lectures.

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Writer: Izabela Suster

Izabela Suster is a Ph.D. candidate in Biochemistry at Emory University. She intends on pursuing a career in the sustainability sector upon completing her degree. She is passionate about practicing a minimal waste lifestyle in the laboratory and in her personal life.

Writer: Erin E. Fry

Ph.D. Graduate Student in Human Genetics, University of Chicago.  Founder and Director of UChicago GreenLabs

Writer: Seth Levin

Seth Levin has spent his career working in and writing about the intersection of environmental stewardship and business. He has worked in the fields of socially responsible investing, sustainable business consulting, corporate philanthropy, and renewable energy.  When he is not in the office you can find him surfing the shores of Oahu where he currently resides.