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Preserving the Past in Colonial Williamsburg's New Archaeology Laboratory
The Colin G. and Nancy N. Campbell Archaeology Center at Colonial Williamsburg, opening in 2026, will feature a state-of-the-art, transparent laboratory that allows visitors to observe and engage in hands-on archaeological processes

Webinar Preview: How Are Federal Funding Challenges Reshaping Lab Construction and Renovation?
Join Lab Design for this free webinar on how shifting federal funding is impacting lab construction and renovation projects, offering expert insights and strategies to help teams adapt, secure alternative funding, and maintain project momentum

Fume Hood Safety Series: Mitigating Risk in Fume Hood Use: Prevention Is a Bargain
Effective fume hood risk mitigation requires prioritizing containment over velocity, implementing proper training, conducting routine dynamic testing, and fostering a safety culture focused on prevention rather than mere compliance

Streamlining Testing for Consumer Products: UL Solutions’ New Facility Supports Manufacturers
UL Solutions has opened a state-of-the-art Retail and Consumer Products Laboratory in Ningbo, China, designed to enhance product testing capabilities and support manufacturers in the Greater China region with a comprehensive range of safety, quality, and performance services

Lab Design Conference Tour Preview: Colorado School of Mines
Don’t miss your chance to go behind the scenes at the 2025 Lab Design Conference in Denver—secure your ticket for an exclusive tour of Colorado School of Mines’ cutting-edge research facilities, where innovative architecture meets the future of interdisciplinary science and engineering

From Elk to Evidence: Building Missouri’s Next-Gen Laboratory Campus
The Missouri Multi-Agency Laboratory Campus will centralize five state agencies, featuring specialized lab spaces, sustainable systems, and collaborative environments to advance public health, forensic science, and environmental research across the state

Fume Hood Safety Series: What to Do in Case of a Fume Hood Fire
Proper training, preparation, and prompt action—lowering the sash, activating alarms, evacuating, and reporting—are essential for effectively responding to a fire in a laboratory fume hood and preventing a minor incident from escalating into a disaster

Utilizing Cloud-Based Data Management to Streamline Laboratory Relocations
A cloud-based data management system can streamline lab relocations by integrating real-time equipment data into the lab design process, reducing delays, improving accuracy, and ensuring the space functions as intended

Raleigh Water Opens State-of-the-Art Drinking Water Lab
Raleigh Water has opened a state-of-the-art 15,000-sf Drinking Water Compliance Laboratory that will serve as the central hub for water quality testing, enhancing public health protection and operational efficiency for over 650,000 residents in the region

Fume Hood Safety Series: What Is a Good Metric for Judging a Hood’s Safe Performance?
The true metric for fume hood safety is effective containment under real-world conditions, assessed through dynamic testing like the ASHRAE 110 protocol, rather than relying solely on face velocity measurements