Maintaining accurate records involves both digital and physical forms of documentation. Here are some best practices:
- Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELNs): These provide a secure and organized way to record data, procedures, and observations. They often come with features like searchability and easy sharing. - Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS): These systems help in managing samples, associated data, and workflows efficiently. - Physical Notebooks: Despite the digital shift, physical lab notebooks are still widely used. They should be well-organized, with entries dated and signed.
