My fridge is basically a peptide hotel now

Posted by rust_pdx86 in Reconstitution and Storage

So I finally got around to organizing my research compounds in the fridge. It's gotten a little out of hand, honestly. I've got vials everywhere, some reconstituted, some still powder, all labeled with my chicken scratch. I swear I spend more time playing 'find the peptide' than actually doing any research sometimes. And the whole 'keep it away from light' thing? My fridge light is practically a spotlight. I should probably invest in some tiny little blackout curtains for each vial. Anyone else's research setup look like a mad scientist's pantry? I'm half expecting my partner to throw out something critical thinking it's expired yogurt. The struggle is real folks, the struggle is real.

5 Comments

saltwatch

Dude, I feel this in my soul. My crisper drawer is basically a peptide graveyard. I label everything meticulously and then still can't find what I'm looking for half the time.

vialdev

I actually disagree a bit. I keep a super strict inventory spreadsheet and everything has its designated spot. Takes a little extra time but saves so much headache later.

peptidehawk27

Yeah, a spreadsheet is key. But even with that, sometimes you just misplace a vial. It happens. My freezer is another story though, that's where the real chaos lives.

titration_pdx44

Haha, 'peptide hotel' I love it. Mine's more like a peptide hostel, a bit chaotic but everyone's welcome. I use those small tackle boxes to keep things somewhat organized.

rust_pdx86

Tackle boxes! That's brilliant. I've been using ziploc bags and it's just not cutting it. Thanks for the tip!