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The Modern Scientist Blog
H.E.L has a long history of solving complex customer challenges; with over 30 years of experience, our knowledge and insight can help you, the modern scientist, get the best out of your science.
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The different faces of a bioreactor
Bioreactors are a cornerstone for current biotechnology and industrial microbiology and are fundamental in the synthesis and production of chemicals such as enzymes, vaccines, antibiotics, and proteins. At their very core, bioreactors are vessels designed to provide a controlled environment with the ideal conditions required for the cultivation and ...
From Humble Beginnings: Tracing the Evolution of Bioreactors
At some point over 10,000 years, humans found themselves flabbergasted. They had been storing products, such as milk and fruit juices, and when they opened their skins and jars in which they had been keeping their precious goods, they found that they had changed. The activity of microorganisms transformed ...
Chasing down effective, simple molecule conversion: the possibilities of C-H bonds
The results of successfully functionalizing C-H bonds (CHB) are one of synthetic chemistry's most important topics today. So says Prof. Debabrata Maiti on the process that transforms simple Carbon and Hydrogen into complex molecules in just a few stages. These qualities of CHB are catching the attention of some ...
Going electric: some of the challenges and opportunities of 21st century batteries
A future driven by electric vehicles (EVs) was once the stuff of dreams. Now it’s a reality made possible by technology, talent, and careful testing. Always battery curious, we look at this seismic shift away from the combustion engine with the help of Nigel Taylor. He’s been applying his ...
E-Scooters, E-Bikes and Samsung Galaxy, what’s the link?
Several fires linked to E-scooters and e-bikes have recently been featured in the news, and a few years ago, several fires were started on commercial flights related to Samsung Galaxy phones. There is one common denominator between these events, and that is lithium-ion batteries. So, why are lithium-ion batteries prone ...
Taking stock on International Women in Science Day
History has shown that working roles for women can develop and diversify. But how is the science sector, so often regarded as a male-heavy environment, shaping up? What changes have women experienced and what’s it like entering the industry today? International Women in Science Day seems the perfect time ...
The Fundamentals of Calorimetry
Calorimetry is the process of measuring the amount of heat released or absorbed during a chemical reaction. Reaction calorimetry is a potent and helpful tool to evaluate chemical processes and obtain information about non-scalable conditions and potential risks. These risks include increased temperature, pressure, and decomposition of chemical reactions. ...
Exploring high-pressure catalysis in action
At H.E.L, there's nothing we don't know about the capabilities of the scientific instruments and software we develop and manufacture. Plus, we can share loads about how they optimize bench-level efficiency, safety, and productivity. But like you, we know it's the difference our innovations are making to the quality of ...
