Learn-by-Doing

Master laboratory techniques through realistic virtual procedures that accurately replicate real-world experiences:
  • Experience realistic laboratory procedures in a virtual environment.
  • Achieve mastery of lab techniques through unlimited practice without requiring specialized equipment or consuming costly reagents.
  • Learn foundational principles behind laboratory procedures.
  • Understand and apply laboratory safety practices.
  • Practice skills safely in diverse scenarios, including handling of unexpected situations.
  • Seamlessly transfer learned skills to real-world laboratory settings.

Courses

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    Handwashing
    Learn the proper handwashing technique in a laboratory setting and its importance to prevent contamination and protect against hazards. Upon completion, you will be able to consistently apply effective handwashing practices to maintain safety and compliance in a laboratory.
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    Micropipetting
    In this three module sequence learn how to properly operate a micropipette and precisely measure small volumes of liquid. Learn how to choose the correct micropipette based on desired volumes and how to set the volume to be pipetted correctly. Upon completion of all three modules, you will master the proper pipetting technique ensuring accuracy and reproducibility of your lab work.
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    Biosafety cabinet set-up
    Learn how to set up and decontaminate a biosafety cabinet (BSC) for safe and effective cell culture work under biosafety level 2 (BSL-2) conditions. You will be guided through proper preparation and decontamination procedures to establish and maintain a contamination-free BSC environment.
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    Aseptic technique
    (medium preparation)
    Learn to prepare cell growth medium using proper aseptic technique working in a biosafety cabinet (BSC). Learn correct handling and operation of a serological pipette controller for transfer of liquids. Upon completion, you will confidently maintain aseptic conditions critical to avoid contamination during cell culture work.
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    Blood typing
    Learn how to work with blood and how to determine a blood type, while practicing pipetting mechanics. This module also introduces the clean-to-dirty workflow, guiding you to maintain proper technique to avoid contaminating the reaction. Upon completion, you will confidently use a micropipette to perform blood typing procedures using safe laboratory practices.