Courses

Learn about in vitro hemolysis in clinical chemistry testing through this 27-minute webinar presented by Dr. Stacy Kenyon, PhD, DABCC, FADLM, Medical Director of Clinical Chemistry and POC testing at Phoenix Children's. Explore the common pre-analytical causes of hemolysis, a frequent variable that can lead to inaccurate results, specimen rejection, and the need for specimen recollection in clinical laboratories. Understand how hemolysis impacts different clinical chemistry analytes and discover how this phenomenon typically occurs due to specimen handling issues. Examine Special Handling Instructions (SHI), an innovative sample handling process developed to reduce hemolysis in samples collected from hospitalized patients with repeatedly hemolyzed specimens. Review data from a study evaluating the effectiveness of SHI in reducing hemolysis rates. Gain practical insights into managing this critical pre-analytical challenge that affects laboratory result quality and patient care. Earn PACE credits by registering as a Labroots member and completing the webinar requirements before the November 13, 2026 expiration date.

Explore a comprehensive overview of resection specimen handling, macroscopic description, and block selection in this 29-minute lecture, using colorectal cancer as an exemplar. Gain insights into the key aspects of the process, emphasizing the utility of the Royal College of Pathologists Cancer Datasets. Learn the importance of connecting macroscopic and microscopic features of cancer resection specimens to crucial dataset items. While focusing on colorectal cancer, discover principles applicable to various specimen types, enhancing your understanding of practical specimen grossing techniques.

Explore how computer vision technology revolutionizes museum specimen digitization in this comprehensive interview with Elizabeth Postema, Postdoctoral Researcher at the Field Museum of Natural History. Discover the innovative approach to digitizing over 8 million insect specimens and transforming them into valuable research data through the development of DrawerDissect, a custom software solution that automates specimen data transcription and enables rapid analysis of insect features like color and size. Learn about the challenges museums face in digitizing vast collections and how custom vision AI models built with Roboflow accelerate processes that would be impossible with traditional methods. Examine the technical aspects of measuring insect specimens through segmentation, text detection and transcription in specimen drawers, and using AI to classify species. Witness a live demonstration of DrawerDissect in action, including image collection and measurement calibration techniques. Understand how researchers used data from thousands of specimens to verify Bergmann's Rule and reduced imaging time from 20 years to just a few weeks. Follow Elizabeth's journey from researcher to AI expert and gain insights into the future direction of museum digitization technology, making this essential viewing for researchers, museum professionals, and anyone interested in the intersection of artificial intelligence and scientific research.

Explore wet laboratory workflows and design considerations essential for implementing next-generation sequencing (NGS) diagnostics in oncology through this 57-minute webinar presented by Dr. Jeremy Segal, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Pathology and Director of Molecular and Cytogenetic Pathology. Learn to recognize how sample quality and quantity directly impact NGS data quality while understanding the fundamental creation and purpose of DNA libraries. Compare amplicon versus hybrid capture sequencing chemistries and identify key considerations for designing effective hybrid capture oncology panels. Examine specimen types, specimen management protocols, extraction methods, quantification techniques, and various library preparation approaches for DNA analysis. Discover basic methods for fusion detection using RNA and identify major workflow pitfalls that can affect data quality and reliability in clinical oncology diagnostics. Gain practical insights into specimen management best practices and technical considerations that ensure accurate and reliable NGS results in pathology laboratories. Earn PACE credits by completing the webinar and accessing the certification through Labroots' platform, with credits valid until January 29, 2027.

This webinar from The Royal College of Pathologists provides a comprehensive guide to the gross examination of colorectal carcinoma specimens, covering essential techniques and protocols for pathologists. Learn the proper methods for handling, dissecting, and evaluating colorectal cancer specimens to ensure accurate diagnosis and staging. The presentation details important anatomical considerations, key features to document, and best practices for specimen processing that impact patient care and treatment decisions.

Discover innovative specimen labeling techniques in this Science Division Pop-Up Lecture from the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Join Rudolph Hummel, Sierra Swenson, and Lora Bird as they present their groundbreaking method of using tattooing to label specimen molds. Learn how this unique approach is revolutionizing the way specimens are identified and cataloged at the museum. Gain insights into the process, benefits, and potential applications of this cutting-edge technique in the field of natural history preservation and research.

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/)

Learn essential techniques and protocols for conducting gross examinations and frozen section analysis of head and neck surgical specimens in pathology and oncology through a detailed webinar from The Royal College of Pathologists, covering comprehensive approaches to specimen handling, examination procedures, and diagnostic considerations in head and neck surgical pathology.

NoteThere are several options for MoR service, we’re using Lemon Squeezy in this course, but you can use what we teach here in Paddle, Polar, or any other service you like. We have no preference, we just happened to pick Lemon Squeezy for this course. Do you have an amazing product that you want to sell to your customers? Are you looking for a payment processor to be a Merchant of Record to handle tax compliance so that you can focus on more revenue? Lemon Squeezy to the rescue! Start selling your digital products fast and easy. In this tutorial, we'll build a full checkout system for our awesome product and learn all about the next topics: Manage your store in the Lemon Squeezy dashboard Use Lemon Squeezy storefront to sell products Charge a one-time fee with single payments Use API to talk to Lemon Squeezy and sell products directly from your website Use the Lemon.js script to stream the checkout workflow via overlay Prefill customer's info and add custom data Automatic invoice email on successful order Link Lemon Squeezy customers to the users in our DB Use webhooks to sync data in our database Handling the order_created webhook event Live webhook handling with Ngrok Test webhooks by simulating their sending with fake data Finally, bonus - users' card credentials are never sent to our servers, but directly to Lemon Squeezy. That means we do not save sensitive card credentials on our servers. Yay!

Explore the science of tissue processing and compare tidal versus rotational processing methods in this informative one-hour webinar. Delve into the fundamental steps of tissue processing, examining its crucial role in the histology workflow and its impact on specimen quality. Learn about various tissue processing reagents and agitation methods, with a focus on how rotational tissue processors can enhance laboratory efficiency. Discover strategies to reduce processing times while improving tissue quality, ultimately contributing to faster diagnoses and better patient care. Gain insights from Andrew R. Lisowski, a seasoned expert with nearly three decades of experience in histology and histotechnology, as he shares his knowledge on optimizing tissue processing techniques for improved analytical outcomes.

Explore the journey of a sample through an automated clinical microbiology lab in this 59-minute webinar presented by Marco Janssens, Head Technician at St. Elisabeth Clinical Microbiology Laboratory. Discover how combining LEAN processes with Total Lab Automation can accelerate specimen processing and improve time to results. Learn about the importance of optimizing microbiology labs to handle increased focus on diagnostic test accuracy, outbreaks, antimicrobial resistance, and hospital-acquired infections. Understand the significance of standardizing testing procedures to produce consistent, timely quality results and scaling lab capacity to manage surges in patient specimen volumes. Gain insights into accelerating turn-around times for specimen processing to support faster diagnostic testing and timely clinical decision-making for patient management.

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.

Learn essential techniques and protocols for conducting gross examinations and frozen sections of breast pathology and oncology surgical specimens in this detailed webinar from The Royal College of Pathologists. Gain comprehensive knowledge about proper handling, examination procedures, and analysis methods used in breast cancer diagnostics through step-by-step demonstrations and expert guidance. Master the critical aspects of specimen processing that are vital for accurate pathological diagnosis and effective surgical decision-making in breast oncology cases.

Finibi Mortgage CEO, Joe Correa, teaches you how to become a mortgage loan processor What you'll learn: You will be able to understand how mortgage processing worksYou will be able to start working as a mortgage loan processorYou will be able to prepare and submit a loan package to underwriting for approvalYou will learn how to review specific documents including a 1003 and disclosuresYou will learn how to become a contract processor as well as a salaried processorYou will understand how to prepare a loan package for auditingYou will be able to complete compliance checks and know exactly what needs to be in each fileYou will learn how to view and make changes on Calyx PointYou will learn how to submit a loan on a lenders website Starting a new career as a mortgage loan processor is a smart and profitable decision that can have a significant effect on your financial future. Mortgage loan processors are in high demand!In this modern course, you'll learn all of the skills necessary to become a successful mortgage loan processor and be able to use these skills in you're day-to-day working life. From how to prepare a loan package to submitting a file to underwriting and getting an "approved with conditions" status, these lectures are designed for any one who is interested in starting a career in real estate but that would prefer not be in sales. With real world examples demonstrating exactly how to execute each step of the mortgage process, you'll find out exactly what to do (and what not to do) to prepare a file to the level where it can be approved and be compliant with all federal and state regulations.Main benefits of this course and of being a mortgage loan processor are:- Make a great starting and future income Most starting processors make $40,000 - $60,000 per year. Senior and experienced loan processors make $60,000 - $100,000+- Have the flexibility of getting paid in the form of a salary or as an independent contractor (Work from home on your computer and phone if you are an independent contractor)- Learn what it takes to close a home loan- Start a career that is in high demand where you can quickly increase your incomeIf you already know the basics of being a loan processor and want refresh your memory or are just starting out and want to learn more in depth, this is the course for you. Ensuring the success of each and every loan is very different if you have the knowledge necessary to solve problems and have back up plans if problems arise. You need to know the steps you will need to take to prepare, submit, and close a loan. This takes experience and the right skills which is what this course will provide you with.The first section of this course will take you through two hugely important elements of loan processing: how the entire loan process works and what you'll need to do on each and every loan file. You will learn how to do quality control checks to make sure you are compliant with all laws and how to be ready for an audit. In the second section of this course, you will learn what you need to do to start a career as a loan processor and what it entails.At the end of it all, you'll have the tools needed to make better, and more successful decisions in your loan processor role. A course diploma will be available to you when all sections have been completed at 100% which you can save or print. For instructions on downloading your course diploma you can go to: https://support.udemy.com/hc/en-us/articles/229603868-Certificate-of-CompletionYour instructorJoseph Correa is the founder and CEO of Finibi Mortgage, a licensed mortgage brokerage business based out of Orlando, Florida. Having closed hundreds of mortgage loans and processed many of them, he has the necessary processing knowledge to help you become a success. In the past, he has also owned a correspondent lender business and invested in real estate.

Explore the inner workings of Apple's Secure Enclave Processor (SEP) in this 48-minute Black Hat conference talk. Delve into the hardware design, boot process, and architecture of SEPOS, the operating system running on the SEP. Learn about the mailbox mechanism facilitating data exchange between iOS kernel and SEP, and how SEPOS handles and relays this information to its services and applications. Evaluate the SEP's attack surface and discover potential vulnerabilities uncovered by the presenters' research. Gain insights into this crucial security component, introduced with the iPhone 5S, designed to protect sensitive data like fingerprint information and cryptographic keys from potential attackers.

Explore the critical importance of blood culture reporting in advancing diagnostic practices through this 48-minute webinar presented by Dr. Nicole Hubbard, a Clinical Pathologist with specialty certification in Medical Microbiology. Gain insights into specimen collection improvement, laboratory quality, and diagnostic stewardship as Dr. Hubbard, the Associate Medical Director of ProMedica Laboratory and Medical Director of Infectious Disease Pathology for ProMedica Health System, shares her expertise. Learn about the continuous improvement process in diagnostics and the vital role played by laboratory teams. 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 diagnostics.

Explore fundamental physics concepts through hands-on laboratory experiments covering mechanics, electricity, and magnetism. Conduct experiments on uniform motion, constant acceleration, collisions, rotational motion, Ohm's Law, electric fields, and more. Learn to use measuring instruments, analyze data, and create graphs while investigating Atwood's machine, series and parallel circuits, capacitor behavior, and electromagnetic forces. Develop practical skills in experimental physics and gain a deeper understanding of physical principles through this comprehensive series of laboratory exercises.

Explore a comprehensive series of general chemistry laboratory experiments covering essential techniques and concepts. Learn introductory laboratory methods, investigate the law of definite proportions, determine salt content in tap water, calculate enthalpy of formation, prepare and analyze complex compounds, estimate Avogadro's number, study solutions and molecular weight determination, conduct kinetic studies, examine chemical equilibrium, perform acid-base titrations, and delve into electrochemistry with voltaic cells. Gain hands-on experience and deepen your understanding of fundamental chemical principles through these practical experiments.

learn how to read laboratory reports What you'll learn: how to read a labortory report correctlydetermine what is wrong in any lab reportdetect what type of anemeia for the patientbe able to understand lab reports betterhow to behave when you see a lab report You will be taught to read any report and know the exact indicators of abnormal values even if you are a beginner in laboratory analysis you will also take a set of tasks in each section to practice more and more You will also learn patient advice regarding some health issues like cholesterol, bl.sugar ... etc there is also Many surprises and stories that will keep you away from the atmosphere of boredom and monotony and will give you pleasure when reading the analyzes this will be a detailed course of lab analysis in which you will learn the meaning of each value and how to behave if possible engage with other students to discuss your quiz results be an expert from a certified clinical laboratory technician and get an additional acredited certificate for free You will be able to identify the algorithms of the analyzes and easily understand themYou can also tell the reasons and what is the treatment for themIt will contain many tests, such as blood, urine, viruses, hormones, liver and kidney functionsIt will inform you that you can diagnose the patient and know who has a disease through the results of the analysis and know what are the abbreviations that are present in the analysis or the names of the analysis itself, such as (cbc), and you also know what medicines the patient needsMedical analyzes are considered the first step in detecting human diseases, through conducting a medical analysis in special laboratories for this, by taking a sample of the patient’s blood from a vein by drawing with a syringe, or by needing a needle, and medical analyzes are used to determine the patient’s conditionI hope you enjoy it and learn alot from it