laboratoorset
Laboratoorset is a term used to describe a hypothetical, distributed network of laboratories designed to facilitate collaborative research and rapid replication of experiments. The concept envisions multiple nodes—universities, industry labs, community labs—connected through shared protocols, digital infrastructure, and a central coordinating body.
Origins: The term arose in discussions of open science and modular laboratory design as a way to
Structure and standards: Each node houses core capabilities (wet lab, computational, or analytical), with standardized equipment
Operations and governance: Laboratoorset emphasizes transparency, reproducibility, and modularity. Projects are defined in shared workplans; results
Impact and challenges: Potential benefits include faster innovation, resource efficiency, and accessible training. Challenges include data
Real-world parallels: It draws on ideas from open science networks, distributed labs, and consortia such as