We've been told in song for decades that diamonds are a "girls best friend".  What about "nanodiamonds"?  Well, a gift of a nanodiamond may not be the best way to win the heart of a girl, but should you ever need targeted, sustained delivery of a drug to your heart, then nanodiamonds might be just the thing. 

Many of you many not be aware that the ALA office is a year round operation, with a small core of full-time staff coordinating the activities a larger, virtual group of contract staff and member volunteers.  During a break in the action at the recent LabAutomation conference, The LabMan sat down with Amy McGorry Senior Manager of Administration and Member Services, to talk about these activities and her role. 

LabAutomation 2010 opened in Palm Springs this year with typical sunny skies and a special treat of snow-capped surrounding mountains – quite beautiful!  The picture inside was equally impressive with 4113 registrants, 18 short courses, 100 podium presentations, 200 posters, 400 exhibit booths, 40 new exhibitors and 20 new product launches.