Materials Science Labs: Meeting Diverse Demands for Innovation, Precision and Flexibility

A bylined article by New York City-based lab planner Hadiza Djibring highlights key considerations for designing materials science labs driven by new research methodologies, the prioritization of user well-being and the integration of automation and artificial intelligence processes. 

Lab Design Considerations to Increase Efficiency, Sustainability and Research Accuracy: 

1. Provide good data throughout the design process.
2. Right-size space for large analytical equipment.
3. Incorporate flexibility and adaptability where appropriate.
4. Isolate high-precision instruments from nearby vibrations.
5. Mitigate electromagnetic interference.
6. Zone research spaces for efficiency and precision.
7. Optimize temperature and humidity control. 

Read the full article, "Materials Science Labs: Meeting Diverse Demands for Innovation, Precision and Flexibility" in Lab Design News.