Laboratoires
Laboratoires, the French term for laboratories, are facilities designed for the systematic investigation, measurement, experimentation and analysis of phenomena in fields such as the natural sciences, medicine, engineering and industry. They provide controlled environments that enable researchers and technicians to observe, test hypotheses and generate reproducible data under standardized methods and documented procedures.
Common laboratory types include basic research laboratories, applied or industrial laboratories, clinical and diagnostic laboratories, environmental,
Laboratories are equipped with specialized instruments, containment systems, and consumables. Standard features include workbenches, storage, ventilation,
Quality systems and regulatory oversight ensure reliability and safety. Laboratories aim for traceability, calibration, documentation, and
Laboratories emerged from early chemical and medical observations to become central to modern science. University-based laboratories