Great idea Ell.
But it might be better as a new subroom of Study, which is the room for study related things, (e.g. Academia, Science, often also cross-posted elsewhere). It would be a great place for discussions on scientific experiments, results, and all the other things you mentioned.
Garage is not bad as I think it's where most scientists did their first experiments, but it might be unintuitive for non-scientists.

Thanks for the feedback John!  To me, a Study suggests a place where one retires to think and plan, but not necessarily to build or experiment, so it fits theoretical science but not necessarily experimental, so I still think a separate Laboratory is warranted. I agree with you that in the absence of a laboratory I might first check the study for this kind of discussion. 

I agree with you both, Ell and John, regarding the recommendation of inclusion of "Laboratory" in its own right. Whereas the Panda Rooms of: Testimonial, Garage, Study, Safari, Newsroom, Library, and especially Kitchen all have overlaying or intersecting properties with Laboratory they don't address the scientific fields with a clear directness. If it can not fit in the Panda-paradigm as a discrete and independent room it should be fairly easy to be a sub-room of Study (as John suggested). You have my vote in favor of the idea. But don't hold back on anything you want to share. I would expect to read something scientific more in the Study room than in the Garage. Hunting new contributions are done in several ways here; by Rooms is just one (I use that method about 10% of the time I search on THINQon).

Regardless, welcome to THINQon Ell. I look forward to your comments and articles. An aspect of THINQon that inspires me is that it is the antithesis of Las Vegas in that what happens here does'nt stay here; it goes on to live on in anyone who wishes to absorb and interact with the information. Be sure to read the site information found in "About - Main- Help" and the like.

I am familiar with Fremont CA. My step father and adopted brother taught at the University at Hayward; I attended Ohlone Community College thirty years ago (before Ohlone had its own campus).