# Specialty Labs **URL:** https://network.greenyourlab.org/c/green-lab-best-practices-database/specialty-labs/12.md [Latest](https://network.greenyourlab.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://network.greenyourlab.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://network.greenyourlab.org/tags.md) --- ## [Microscopy/Imaging Lab](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/microscopy-imaging-lab/58)
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Fluorescence Microscopy Switch from mercury based lamps to LEDs or other solid state bulbs. Murcury blubs are also dangerous as their high internal pressure can cause them to burst, while hot and cold! Example: CoolLE… --- ## [Vivaria](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/vivaria/118)
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A vivarium is one of the most energy-intensive facilities due to its requirements for scientific integrity, animal welfare, human health and safety, and durability. In a JB&B study, A typical modern office building m… --- ## [Healthcare](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/healthcare/211)
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Healthcare facilities in the United States generate approximately 14,000 tons of waste per day. 20 and 25 percent of that can be attributed to plastic packaging and plastic products. 85 percent of the waste generated is … --- ## [Physics Lab](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/physics-lab/709)
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There are two major branches in the field of physics: Theoretical and experimental physics. The work utensils of theoretical physicists are mostly paper, pen, tablets and computer clusters while the daily live of experi… --- ## [Bioinformatics/Computer Labs/Servers](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/bioinformatics-computer-labs-servers/127)
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Computers If not running programs overnight, turn off your computer when leaving the office. Use any power-saving modes available Set your computer to go to sleep when not touched after a certain time frame. Don’t use… --- ## [Air-Free Chemistry](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/air-free-chemistry/270)
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Keep those solvents well Choose solvent bottles that come with Sigma sureseals or Acros multi-layer seals. Don’t use a normal needle - use a super fine one instead to keep puncture hold minimal. Try FisherSci Air-Tite™ … --- ## [Plant Lab](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/plant-lab/61)
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Waste Consumables Where safe, reuse tubes and identity tags Use reusable pots. Clean by soaking in Kleengrow and then wash out with water hose. If very concerned, pots can be autoclaved. For growing microalgae grown i… --- ## [Manufacturing](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/manufacturing/60)
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Green Engineering Principles: Engineer processes and products holistically, use systems analysis and integrate environmental impact assessment tools. Conserve and improve natural ecosystems while protecting human health… --- ## [High-Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/high-pressure-liquid-chromatography-hplc/287)
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Analytical chemistry technique that is used to separate, identify and quantify components in a mixture. Solvents Acetonitrile and methanol are the most commonly used organic solvents. Both are not good for the environme… --- ## [Histology](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/histology/286)
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Branch of scinece that studies microscopic anatomy of biological tissues. Staining Hematoxylin-Eosin is a commonly used tissue stain. Hematoxylin stains nucli blue and eosin stains the extracellular matrix and cytoplasm… --- ## [Analytical Lab](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/analytical-lab/180)
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12 Principles of Green Analytical Chemistry Direct analytical techniques should be applied to avoid sample treatment. Minimal sample size and minimal number of samples are goals. In situ measurements should be performed… --- ## [Cleanrooms](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/cleanrooms/177)
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Hats and shoe-covers Rather than using disposable hats and shoe-covers, it’s possible to get reusable ones which can be used indefinitely. They’re relatively cheap and can be washed when required (make sure to use liquid… --- ## [Microfluidics](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/microfluidics/176)
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Fluorinated oils Fluorinated oils used for droplet-production can have extremely high global-warming potentials (GWP). This means that when these get into the atmosphere, they remain stable for a very long time AND absor… --- ## [Geology](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/geology/191)
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Relevant Sections Please consider looking at other sections of the Green Lab Best Practices database for more information. Sections that may be relevant to you include: Field Work Virtual Microscope has a wide range o… --- ## [Field Work](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/field-work/119)
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Basics Minimize the number of trips/cars needed by coordinating fieldwork activities Use electronic data collection Use reusable cutlery, glassware, plates, and cookware for food preparation when in the field. … --- ## [Laser Lab](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/laser-lab/57)
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Heading 1 Heading 2 Heading 3 This article is a stub. You can help by expanding it. Get Involved! --- ## [Fly Lab](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/fly-lab/56)
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Freeze our fly waste in the -70 freezer for two days instead of autoclaving it. Unplug all vials and wash the plugs so they can be reused. Reuse the plastic plates (from fruit juice agar plates), Some labs have n… --- ## [Pilot Plants](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/pilot-plants/59)
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Design Smart Choose process elements that are scalable and/or modelable Mixers Replace high shear mixers with static mixers that are scalable and can be modeled. Batch and CSTR reactions are also scalable and modelable…