The National Research Council Report (NRC) of 2009, titled Strengthening Forensic Science in the United States: A Path Forward, was developed by the National Academy of Sciences to explore the challenges and needs of the forensic science community. These challenges include the need for
American Association for Laboratory Accreditation Announces Annual Conference 2026 Keynote Speakers
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Attendees will hear from industry leaders Trace McInturff, William Troy, and Jennifer Tucker, and others in Nashville, TN from April 12-15, 2026 Frederick, Md (February 9, 2026)— The American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA), a global,
Upholding the Values of Fair Play at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games
As the world turns its attention to the opening of the Winter Olympics, Milano Cortina 2026, millions of fans are focused on record-breaking performances, national pride, and the pursuit of athletic excellence. Behind the scenes, however, an equally critical effort is underway to ensure that every
A2LA Launches State Legal Metrology Accreditation Program
North Carolina Department of Agriculture first organization to be accredited under the program Frederick, Md (January 28, 2026) — The American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA), a global, nonprofit accreditation body, has launched a program to assess state legal
Accreditation Case Study: Bison Engineering
Bison Engineering is an employee-owned environmental consulting and engineering firm that specializes in air quality. They offer their customers several service lines, including air emissions testing, ambient monitoring, permitting and consulting services, and gas flow monitor manufacturing. They
Testing Baby Food for Toxic Heavy Metals
The Issue According to a 2019 study, “95% of baby foods tested contained one or more toxic heavy metals.” Prolonged exposure to these metals, like arsenic, lead, and mercury, can lead to slowed development, increased cancer risks, cognitive deficits, damage to major organs, behavioral issues, and
Accreditation Case Study: Blue Heaven Technologies
Located in Louisville, KY, Blue Heaven Technologies is an accredited ISO/IEC 17025 testing lab that offers testing and analytical services for the air filtration and environmental emissions industries. They test commercial and residential air filters for a variety of buildings, vehicles, and
Lithium-ion Batteries in Personal Mobility Devices
The Issue Lithium-ion batteries power personal mobility devices, such as electric scooters, e-bikes, and hoverboards. They’re used in children’s toys, the electric-powered bikes people use to get to work, and in the mobility aids of the disabled and elderly. For many people, they depend on