14/07/2026
We recently welcomed students from the University of Strathclyde to BioGrad Education, where they developed and strengthened a wide range of essential laboratory and biomedical science skills.
During their training, students gained hands-on experience in:
• Laboratory health and safety, COSHH regulations, and risk assessments
• Accurate pipetting techniques and practical experience using a range of pipettes
• Serial dilutions, molarity calculations, and stock solution preparation
• pH measurement and adjustment using calibrated equipment
• PCR workflows, DNA purity analysis using Nanodrop spectrophotometry, and gel electrophoresis
• Aseptic techniques and operation of a Class II Microbiological Safety Cabinet
• Preparation of sterile cell culture media
• Resuscitation and culturing of frozen human and animal cell lines
• Microscopic evaluation of cell morphology and confluence
• Cell counting using both haemocytometers and automated cell counting technology
By combining theory with real laboratory practice, students leave with greater confidence, enhanced technical skills and valuable industry experience to support their future careers in science.
Thank you to the students from the University of Strathclyde for bringing such enthusiasm and dedication to our laboratories, we look forward to seeing where your scientific journeys take you next! 🌟