Bioanalysis Zone a vital tool for bioanalysts

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by Cameron Low, Digital Editor for Bioanalysis Zone

As a reader of the Microextraction Tech blog, and as someone who possesses a keen interest in the bioanalytical field, it is a great honor to be able to write this post on Bioanalysis Zone.

Bioanalysis Zone is brought to you by Future Science Group, the publishers of Bioanalysis, a prominent fortnightly, peer-reviewed journal. The site features the latest news relevant to those working within the bioanalytical field; articles from Bioanalysis; exclusive interviews and commentaries from opinion leaders working within academia and the pharmaceutical industry; exclusive webinars with a variety of experts; and a business directory. We also provide a forum for the community to discuss recent developments and pose any questions related to this fast moving field.

Fabio Garofolo, Associate Editor of Bioanalysis, commented, “I truly believe that since bioanalytical science, techniques and regulations are evolving so fast, it is important for the bioanalytical community worldwide to have a one-stop interactive web site like Bioanalysis Zone with all the information needed to become acquainted with the current industry and regulatory standards.”

As the Editor for the website, my aim is to provide content that enables people working in the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, CROs, academia, and Equipment and Consumables manufacturers to stay abreast of the latest developments in the field.

Another goal pertaining to my role as Editor is to provide respected bioanalysts, working in different sectors, with a platform to express their thoughts and opinions on key bioanalytical issues. I hope that if there can be greater harmonization of thoughts and opinions across the field of bioanalysis, this will enable faster development and aid in the implementation, of exciting new bioanalytical methods and techniques.

Furthermore, I seek to provide people with an interest in bioanalysis with details of novel and innovative research from scientists working in the field.

All website content is completely free for Bioanalysis Zone members - register here.

I would also like to take this opportunity to let you know that we are re-launching with an exciting new website in early 2015. The video below is a preview of the revamped Bioanalysis Zone, showing the new design and features.


About the author
Cameron Low is the Digital Editor for Bioanalysis Zone. Cameron gained a First Class master’s degree in Chemistry from the University of Leeds.

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