Tracy Durnan, MBA, has worked in the field of biomedical research for 30 years, starting as a lab technician, then moving into lab manager and director roles, including overseeing all research laboratories at the University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. She is now a program director at the University of Chicago.
Articles by Tracy Durnan, MBA
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Strengthening Clinical Laboratory Supply Chains Amid Geopolitical Tensions
Geopolitical tensions are disrupting clinical laboratory supply chains, highlighting the need for strategies to strengthen resilience and manage ongoing risk
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Harvard Medical School Explosion Highlights Lab Security and Emergency Preparedness Needs
A security breach underscores the importance of access controls, staff training, and emergency preparedness in research laboratories
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Behind the Bench: The Economic Toll of Poor Mental Health on Lab Teams—and What Leaders Can Do
Strong mental health support for lab professionals pays off in higher performance, stronger retention, and reduced organizational costs
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Project Managers Bring Vital Value to Clinical Projects
When it comes to implementing large projects, project managers are key to successfully navigating challenges and maximizing benefits
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8 Ways to Improve Your Clinical Lab's Emergency Disaster Preparedness Plans
The pandemic has highlighted significant gaps in laboratory emergency preparedness plans
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Update: Establishing a COVID-19 Diagnostic Lab
Recent updates issued by the CDC affect COVID-19 diagnostics labs
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How to Reduce Waste and Save Money in Your Lab
Learn different ways to reduce lab waste without adding extra work to daily routines
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Reducing the Risk of Laboratory-Acquired Infections
Following safety precautions for each mode of transmission protects staff handling potentially infectious samples
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Preventing Chemical Accidents in the Clinical Lab
How to limit and contain lab accidents involving hazardous chemicals
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Improving Safety Compliance through Lab Design
Making it easy for staff to comply with lab safety regulations can help improve compliance
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