Case Study: Durham University saves time and money with Labster

Durham University saves time and money using Labster. An “ethical alternative” to teach archaeogenetics

Durham University's Archaeology department, led by Dr. Eva Fernandez-Dominguez, faced a challenge in teaching students costly, time-consuming, and destructive archaeogenetics techniques like PCR and Next Generation Sequencing. The need for an ethical and practical alternative to wet labs for these processes led them to the vendor, Labster.

By adopting Labster's virtual lab simulations, the university provided students with an engaging and immersive way to learn complex techniques without the associated high costs or ethical concerns. The solution was highly effective, with students praising the interactive, video-game-like interface. Labster enabled the university to either supplement or completely replace certain physical lab practicals, saving significant time and money while delivering a high-quality educational experience.

Durham University

Eva Fernandez-Dominguez

Durham University