There is no "right" side of the alchemy lab. The lab space is divided into two sections: The Left side is for alchemy and is fully restored once an adept scientist collects all the pots etc. The Right side is for research and is restored in increments as you purchase higher tech levels for science.
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Where have all the Fan Fiction Fans gone?
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I miss my wife cry