Courses

Watch a thought-provoking lecture from Stanford University's James Zou exploring the intersection of Large Language Models with cognitive science, linguistics, and neuroscience, examining how AI systems can serve as experimental platforms for studying human-like behaviors and cognitive processes while drawing parallels between artificial and biological neural networks.

Application of Six Sigma in Clinical Laboratory What you'll learn: Six Sigma Methodologies in Clinical LaboratoryDMAIC v/s DMDAV In Clinical LaboratorySix Sigma ScaleSix Sigma Matrix Calculation in Internal Quality ControlOperational Specifications ChartNormalised OPSpec ChartPower Function CurveWestgard Sigma RulesMeasurement Uncertainty Using Sigma Matrix The course is a unique course, which is exclusively for practical application of six sigma methodology in clinical laboratory for internal quality control. This is a first of its kind of course. This course contain details of six sigma, different methodologies that are used for six sigma such as DMAIC and DMDAV, what is the similarities and differences between these two methodologies, how to choose between these two methodologies. The course also has details of Sigma Scale, calculation of six sigma Matrix, importance of six sigma in clinical laboratory. The details of operator Specification Chart as well as normalized operator Specification Chart, how to plot operator Specification Chart for single test parameter as well as normalized operator specification chart for multiple test parameters. The course also contains details of power function curve. Here in this course students will also be able to learn use of Normalized operator Specification Chart and Power function curve for statistical quality control, probability of error detection, probability of rejection is also explained in detail. Frequency of QC runs and number QCs to be run is explained with the help of using power function curve as well as normalized OPSpec chart. The course also contains use of westgard Sigma Rules for statistical quality control. Finally it also contains details of use of Sigma Matrix for determining measurement uncertainty.

Explore the world of total laboratory automation in clinical microbiology through this informative 47-minute video from the American Society for Microbiology. Gain insights into the definition, benefits, and implementation of automated systems in microbiology labs. Learn about the impact on lab staff, caregivers, and patients, as well as the resources required for conversion. Discover how automation affects specimen collection, workflow, and the recovery of fastidious organisms. Understand the challenges, including training requirements and potential downtime. Delve into the physical changes needed in labs, the role of increased technologists, and the potential of machine learning in this evolving field. Engage with editors in conversation as they address key questions and discuss the future of clinical microbiology automation.

Explore the cutting-edge field of clinical exome sequencing in this informative lecture from the 2nd Annual Symposium on Clinical Applications of Genome-Wide Testing at UCLA. Delve into the intricacies of exome sequencing, its challenges, and its profound impact on genetic diagnostics. Learn about genetic phenotypes, requisition processes, and examine real-world case studies, including juvenile ALS and Triple A Syndrome. Discover how this revolutionary technology is changing lives and advancing medical research, offering insights into complex genetic disorders and paving the way for personalized medicine.

Explore the practical applications and challenges of implementing artificial intelligence in clinical chemistry laboratories through this 38-minute presentation by Dr Kamaljit Kaur Chatha, Consultant Clinical Scientist. Learn from real-world experiences of AI integration at the bowel cancer screening hub in the West Midlands and discover how these insights can be translated into broader laboratory practice. Examine the critical questions facing the profession regarding AI adoption, including implementation strategies, workflow integration, and quality assurance considerations. Gain insights into the current state of AI technology in clinical diagnostics, understand the potential benefits and limitations of automated systems in laboratory settings, and explore the professional development needs required for successful AI integration. Consider the regulatory, ethical, and practical challenges that laboratories must address when incorporating AI tools into routine clinical chemistry operations, and participate in discussions about future directions for the profession in the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in healthcare diagnostics.

Explore the critical role of medical laboratory scientists in blood cancer personalized medicine through this comprehensive webinar presented by hematopathologist Dr. Rachel Mariani. Discover how clinical laboratorians utilize specialized skills and diverse analytical methods ranging from microscopic examination to molecular sequencing to enable personalized treatment plans for blood cancer patients. Learn through detailed case examples that demonstrate the fundamental importance of laboratory methods in the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of blood cancers affecting both pediatric and adult populations. Gain insights into how various biomarkers are identified for disease prognostication and understand the development of streamlined laboratory testing algorithms essential for modern hematopathology practice. Understand the essential connection between laboratory science expertise and the advancement of precision medicine approaches in hematologic malignancies.

Learn about Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs) and their impact on clinical laboratory testing in this hour-long webinar presented by Dr. Anna Merrill, a board-certified clinical chemist and Clinical Associate Professor of Pathology at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Explore the increasing use of DOACs, including direct thrombin inhibitors and direct factor Xa inhibitors, in both adult and pediatric patients, and understand their potential interference with common coagulation tests. Gain valuable insights into laboratory considerations when working with patients on DOAC therapy, with the opportunity to earn PACE credits through Labroots upon completion.

Explore the world of inflammatory myopathies in this 28-minute webinar presented by Dr. Matthew Lafrenière, a staff Clinical Biochemist at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Center. Delve into the pathophysiology, clinical classification, and current laboratory methods for detecting autoantibodies associated with these rare diseases characterized by progressive muscle weakness due to chronic skeletal muscle inflammation. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of various detection techniques and gain insights into the clinical importance of autoantibodies in myositis. Discover how the classification of these rare diseases is based on a combination of clinical presentations, autoantibodies, and muscle histopathology. Earn PACE credits by watching the webinar and following the provided instructions.

Explore a 59-minute webinar presented by Dr. Maria Salinas, head of Clinical Analysis at the Department of Health of Alicante – Sant Joan de Alacant, on transforming clinical laboratories into centers of decision and value creation. Learn how integrating information sources and using clinical decision support systems can optimize patient care and enhance the role of laboratories in healthcare institutions. Discover a real-world example from Hospital de San Juan de Alicante's journey to becoming a leading laboratory that actively contributes to improved patient outcomes. Gain insights into leveraging information analytics technologies to drive best practices in clinical laboratories and support diagnostic, preventive, and therapeutic decisions. Earn PACE credits by watching the webinar and following the provided instructions. Connect with Labroots on various social media platforms for more educational content in the field of laboratory science and healthcare.

Learn about the critical intersection between climate change and public health through this 23-minute educational video that explores sustainable practices in clinical laboratory settings. Discover how clinical laboratories play a vital role in environmental sustainability initiatives and examine the direct connections between the climate emergency and public health outcomes. Explore practical strategies and potential modifications to current laboratory practices that can significantly reduce environmental impact while maintaining high standards of patient care. Gain insights into implementing greener methodologies, reducing waste, optimizing resource utilization, and adopting environmentally conscious protocols in clinical laboratory operations. Understand the broader implications of laboratory sustainability on healthcare systems and learn actionable approaches to transform traditional laboratory practices into more environmentally responsible alternatives that support both patient health and planetary wellbeing.

Explore laboratory training insights in this 13-minute conference talk by Ian Gilmore, Senior Laboratory Advisor at Datamine. Gain valuable knowledge from Gilmore's extensive 40-year laboratory experience, including 27 years managing the ALS Metallurgy Assay Lab and 6 years providing laboratory advisory services. Discover expert perspectives on gold and lithium laboratories, and learn about the latest developments in laboratory training techniques. Benefit from Gilmore's specialized expertise as he shares key insights from Datamine's Laboratory Symposium 2024, offering practical advice and industry-specific knowledge for laboratory professionals and those interested in advancing their skills in laboratory operations.

This course introduces experimental chemistry for students who are not majoring in chemistry. The course covers principles and applications of chemical laboratory techniques, including preparation and analysis of chemical materials, measurement of pH, gas and liquid chromatography, visible-ultraviolet spectrophotometry, infrared spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance, mass spectrometry, polarimetry, X-ray diffraction, kinetics, data analysis, and organic synthesis. ### Acknowledgements Dr. Dolhun and Dr. Hewett would like to acknowledge the contributions of past instructors over the years to the development of this course and its materials. **WARNING NOTICE** The experiments described in these materials are potentially hazardous and require a high level of safety training, special facilities and equipment, and supervision by appropriate individuals. You bear the sole responsibility, liability, and risk for the implementation of such safety procedures and measures. MIT shall have no responsibility, liability, or risk for the content or implementation of any of the material presented. [Legal Notice](/terms/)

Join a 56-minute webinar led by Dr. Becky Winslow, founder of inGENEious RX Inc., exploring essential financial considerations for laboratories planning to implement clinical pharmacogenomics (PGx) testing. Learn how to leverage existing laboratory equipment previously used for COVID testing for PGx applications, and discover strategies for optimizing test panel design and utilization that align with payer medical necessity definitions. Gain valuable insights into navigating coverage, reimbursement, billing, and coding guidelines for pharmacogenetic testing related to drug metabolizing enzyme gene variants, drug transporter gene variants, and genetic predispositions to adverse events and drug efficacy. Master the ability to make informed financial decisions about PGx testing implementation, understand the timeline differences between tests with existing CPT codes versus new developments, and optimize panel design for maximum laboratory profitability. Earn PACE credits valid through March 19, 2026, while learning from Dr. Winslow's extensive experience in pharmacy operations across retail, hospital, long-term care, and public health settings.

The demand for skilled data scientists continues to surge as organizations seek to harness the power of machine learning and data-driven insights. The Data Scientist program, developed by Microsoft and delivered on edX, is designed for learners ready to take their data science skills to the cloud. Through three practical, project-based courses, you’ll explore how to set up and configure the Azure Machine Learning workspace, train models using custom scripts, and deploy models as scalable endpoints. You’ll gain proficiency with tools like Jupyter Notebooks, Python, and Azure ML SDKs—all while learning to operationalize machine learning in real business scenarios. This program is ideal for data professionals, analysts, and aspiring machine learning engineers seeking to build robust, cloud-based ML pipelines. Whether you're transitioning into a data science role or expanding your cloud skill set, this program delivers a strong foundation aligned with industry needs and Azure certification pathways.

This advanced Nanodegree prepares you to tackle data science at scale. Work with AI best practices, build production-ready projects, and gain the confidence to lead data-driven solutions.

Learn essential financial strategies for implementing clinical pharmacogenomics (PGx) testing in laboratory settings through this 58-minute webinar presented by Dr. Becky Winslow, PharmD, founder of inGENEious RX Inc. Discover how laboratories can leverage existing COVID testing equipment to perform PGx testing while maximizing financial viability and sustainability. Explore critical considerations for PGx test panel design and utilization that align with payers' medical necessity definitions and existing coverage guidelines. Examine current payer recognition of clinical pharmacogenomic testing with sufficient clinical utility evidence, including coverage and reimbursement policies for drug metabolizing enzyme gene variants, drug transporter gene variants, and gene variants predisposing patients to adverse events and affecting drug efficacy. Gain insights into optimizing laboratory operations based on established billing and coding guidelines for pharmacogenetic associations. Participate in live Q&A sessions to address specific implementation challenges and receive expert guidance on transitioning from COVID testing to sustainable PGx testing services. Earn PACE credits upon completion through Labroots' certification program, with credits valid until November 13, 2026.

Learn to optimize laboratory-developed LC-MS/MS tests through proper internal standard selection and implementation in this 32-minute webinar presented by Dr. Meng Wang, a Research & Development Scientist at Vancouver Coastal Health specializing in mass spectrometry method development and clinical laboratory quality improvement. Discover how stable isotope-labeled internal standards normalize variations throughout the analytical process, including sample preparation, injection, chromatography, and mass spectrometry ionization, while exploring the key criteria for selecting appropriate internal standards for small molecule analytes. Examine two detailed troubleshooting case studies from quality improvement projects: resolving non-linear response issues in urine 5-Hydroxyindoleacetic acid (5-HIAA) testing and addressing high imprecision problems in Sirolimus testing at low concentrations. Understand how switching to more suitable internal standards can dramatically improve accuracy, linearity, and precision in clinical assays, while learning to identify and avoid common pitfalls that can lead to biased clinical results despite following general guidelines. Gain practical insights into mass spectrometry method optimization, laboratory workflow automation, and quality control measures essential for reliable clinical testing. Earn PACE credits by registering as a Labroots member and completing the webinar requirements before the November 13, 2026 expiration date.

This course is open to undergraduates and postgraduates at medical schools, aiming to explore the characters of scientists and cultivate the scientific qualities of medical students by reviewing the research experiences of Nobel Prize winners in Physiology or Medicine. Added with the stories of famous Chinese medical scientists, the medical students who will be responsible for future medical research and clinical services will be forged in terms of their characters and qualities as scientists. This course introduces the stories of the Nobel Prize winners in Physiology or Medicine in English from the interdisciplinary perspectives of the three major disciplines of language, history and medicine, and also conducts an in-depth discussion on the scientist spirit, scientist consciousness and scientist quality of medical students from the perspective of clinical medical application.

Explore Datamine's comprehensive laboratory portfolio in this 18-minute conference presentation from the Laboratory Symposium 2025. Learn about digital transformation solutions, productivity enhancements, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) systems that are revolutionizing mining and commercial laboratories. Discover how Datamine's CCLAS LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) and automation tools streamline laboratory processes while ensuring regulatory compliance. Gain insights into industry best practices for laboratory management from a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience across the mining value chain, covering exploration geology, production, governance, logistics, and marketing. Understand the key technologies and methodologies that laboratory professionals are implementing to enhance performance and meet evolving industry standards in the resources sector.

Explore the implementation of Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) in clinical settings through this 15-minute webinar presented by Prof. Artur Kowalik, Head of Molecular Diagnostics at Holycross Cancer Center, Poland. Gain insights into the laboratory's experiences with one-day NGS protocols, including an introduction to their facilities, challenges encountered, and future directions for NGS in clinical diagnostics. Learn from a leading expert in the field as he shares valuable knowledge on integrating advanced sequencing technologies into everyday laboratory practices.