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Douglas N. Robinson, PhD, joins the Faculty Factory this week to discuss some of the practical habits and hacks he has developed while starting, running, and organizing a research laboratory.
With Johns Hopkins Medicine in Baltimore, Dr. Robinson serves as professor of cell biology, medicine, oncology, pharmacology and molecular sciences, chemical, and biomolecular engineering.
Dr. Robinson is a cell biologist, geneticist, and biophysicist. He provides a wealth of knowledge on the practical leadership skills necessary to get a research lab off the ground and thriving.
One of the first things we learn on today’s podcast with Dr. Robinson is that the investment in people is key when running a lab.
“You can’t raise money if you don’t have quality people,” Dr. Robinson said.
The value of mentorship is irreplaceable when it comes to getting a research lab off the ground. The support Dr. Robinson gained from his mentors, early in his career, was key to his success.
Another path to ensuring your research lab as an opportunity for success is the careful implantation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) as we learn from Dr. Robinson on today’s show.
There are a host of other important nuggets of information for listeners to take away from today’s episode, so please be sure to share this one with any colleagues you have who are interested in the nuts and bolts of organizing and running a lab.
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