Tag Archives: Labwork

Something cooking

Posted on August 14, 2020 by lembrechtsjonas

There is something cooking in the kitchen, and it is looking far from tasty! It is a nice mixture of hydrogen chloride and hydrogen peroxide, with a pinch of soil added for flavour. The boiling and simmering of this disgusting … Continue reading →

Posted in General | Tagged Acid, Chemistry, Ecology, Labwork, Microclimate, Nature, Science, Soils | Leave a comment

The virtual lab in lockdown

Posted on May 6, 2020 by lembrechtsjonas

We are all at home, unfortunately. That means: reduced social interactions, much less scientific discussion, and the loss of the support system of colleagues and friends. It’s tough for all. Luckily, our virtual lab has some experience with running remotely, … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Science | Tagged Covid19, Labwork, Lockdown, Quarantine, Research, Science, Teamwork | 1 Comment

PCR

Posted on December 4, 2018 by lembrechtsjonas

It is official now: I am an aspiring microbial ecologist! What gave it away, is the following blurry picture: Not convincing, you say? Think again, because this is the very first gel electrophoresis of my very first own PCR! A … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Science | Tagged Ecology, Global change, Labwork, Microbes, Microbial ecology, Mountain ecology, Mountains, Nature, Science | 1 Comment

Lab-time

Posted on September 25, 2017 by lembrechtsjonas

More than ever, we will be spending time in the lab this autumn. Finally, the big step has been made: we are digging belowground! It had been high on my wishlist for a long time, but besides a few interesting … Continue reading →