The BSL-2 facility offers two unique labs for Human Sampling and Histology.

The Human Sampling lab has capacity to conduct sleep studies, collect and process phlebotomy samples and urine samples and perform Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA).

Key Instrumentation

• Laser Microdissection System
• Stereomicroscopes with Fluorescence and Camera
• FACS Cell Sorter
• Microtomes and Cryostats
• Spectra Auto Stainer
• Pegasus Tissue Processor

The Histology lab is equipped to process tissue, freeze tissue samples, perform paraffin embedding, slice embedded tissue and stain slides. This lab also contains the necessary equipment to perform real-time PCR, flow cytometry, cell sorting, cell culturing and imaging, Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA), laser micro-dissection and advanced imaging of slides.

Key Instrumentation

• Avanti J15 Centrifuge & Microfuge 20R
• Sleep Study Room
• Examination Room & Phlebotomy Recliners
• SmartReader™ 96 Microplate Absorbance Reader & SmartWasher™ 96 Microplate Washer

This five-bay, high-security research facility is specifically designed for research involving immunology, biotechnology and infectious biological agents that can cause serious or fatal diseases when inhaled, such as certain viruses (e.g., SARS-CoV-2, TB) and bacteria (e.g., anthrax, tuberculosis).

With its advanced equipment, safety features and containment protocols, it provides a critical environment for scientists to study highly pathogenic agents and develop life-saving therapies while ensuring maximum safety and compliance.

Key Instrumentation

• QPCR System (QS6 qPCR Laptop and Thermal Cycler)
• Protein and Gel Electrophoresis Systems
• Ultra-Low Temperature Freezers
• GelDoc Go Gel Imaging System
• Image Xpress PICO System with Confocal microscope
• Flow Cytometer
• Aquamax Plate Washer
• BD Melody Cell Sorter
• M165 Microscope
• Moveable VHP for Decontamination

The Clean Room is designed for materials science, nanotechnology and biotechnology. Its comprehensive set of tools enables the creation, modification, characterization and analysis of advanced materials at the micro and nanoscale.

The equipment supports a variety of processes such as thin-film deposition, patterning, surface treatment and mechanical testing, which are key for developing cutting-edge materials for electronics, photonics and nanotechnology applications.

Key Instrumentation

• Plasma Cleaner
• Keyence Digital Microscope System
• Laser-Based Elemental Analyzer
• Nanoscribe System
• LUMOS II Spectrometer
• ContourX-500
• Profluidics 285D 3D Printer
• MicroWriter ML3 Pro
• Mask Alignment System
• UniAxial Mechanical Tester
• 4 Spin Coaters
• uMLS PhotoMask Writer
• M165 Fluorescent Microscope
• Tergeo-Pro Plasma Cleaner