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Professional Profile: Michael Paul Krug
SmithGroup’s Michael Paul Krug, AIA, LEED AP, chats with Lab Design News about the inspirations, philosophies, and personal passions—from community building to hands-on design—that shape his approach to architecture and laboratory design
Unexpected Risks, Planned Solutions: Safety in Lab Design
A recent explosion at a Harvard lab underscores the need for resilient, access-controlled, behavior-informed, and well-designed laboratory environments, and expert Dan Scungio outlines how thoughtful planning—from materials and infrastructure to low-cost upgrades, user behavior, and risk-based zoning—can prevent minor incidents from escalating into catastrophic ones
Designing the Undesigned: The Six A's and the Laboratory of the Future
A framework of six principles provides a holistic, data-driven approach to designing flexible, sustainable laboratories that can evolve with the science of the future
Webinar Review: Building the Sustainable Automated Lab of the Future
The on-demand webinar, “How to Build a Sustainable Automated Lab,” explores how automation, robotics, and AI are reshaping research environments and offers practical guidance on designing flexible, energy-efficient laboratories
Professional Profile: Hadiza Djibring
Lab Design News spoke to Hadiza Djibring, lab planner with HDR in New York, about the latest trends in design-build, her favorite piece of architecture, and helpful advice for new lab planners
Revit and the Future of Laboratory Design
Revit is transforming laboratory design by improving coordination, reducing errors, and bridging communication between architects and scientists, ultimately creating more functional, collaborative, and user-friendly lab spaces
Webinar Preview: How to Build a Sustainable Automated Lab
Lab Design will host a free webinar on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 1:00 pm ET to explore how automation, robotics, and AI are transforming research workflows and what lab planners, designers, and end users can do to create sustainable, flexible facilities that meet both today’s and tomorrow’s needs
Across the Table: You’re WHAT?
Employee turnover is inevitable—often sudden and disruptive—so companies must proactively plan for it by developing succession strategies and fostering supportive work environments to avoid chaos when key staff leave
Designing Change: How Women in Lab Design Are Building Inclusive Futures
At Lab Design’s 2025 Women in Lab Design Digital Conference, HDR Australia’s panelists shared personal stories and insights on career growth, representation, and inclusion in the lab design field, emphasizing the power of visibility, mentorship, and intentional workplace culture in creating more equitable opportunities for women
Beyond the Webinar: Expert Insights on Fume Hood Risk Mitigation
Fume Hood Risk Mitigation Digital Conference speaker Coryne Casey reviews her “Ask Me Anything” webinar, now available on demand—read about her key webinar takeaways, unanswered questions, and insights on future trends in lab design for fume hood safety