Equipment
Equipment
Model: Cytiva Biacore 8K+
Description:
This high-throughput, high-sensitivity Surface Plasmon Resonance System (SPR) is designed for analyzing biomolecular interactions in their native states, enabling a label-free assessment of ranking, kinetics, affinity, epitope binning, concentration, and relative potency.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: Malvern Panalytical MicroCal PEAQ-ITC
Description:
The MicroCal PEAQ-ITC allows for direct, label-free in-solution studies of biomolecular interactions. It provides detailed thermodynamic parameters, including enthalpy (ΔH), entropy (ΔS), and stoichiometry (n) of the interaction, enabling a comprehensive understanding of the binding process.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: Malvern Panalytical NanoSight Pro
Description:
Nanoparticle Tracking Analysis is a well-established, quick, and simple technique for the accurate characterization of bio- and nanoparticles, providing high-quality size and concentration data for both light scatter and fluorescence analysis.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Description:
Our cell culture room facility is equipped with class II biological safety cabinets, CO2 incubators, and essential equipment like automated cell counter, digital light microscope, centrifuge, and water bath.
Staff in charge: Ms. Yuki Nozawa
Model: Agilent 7000E Quadrupole MS
Description:
The Agilent 7000E Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer is a high-performance mass spectrometer that utilizes a triple quadrupole architecture, providing excellent selectivity and sensitivity for quantitative analysis, allowing for the detection of trace-level compounds even in complex matrices.
Staff in charge: Dr Keith Ho
Model: Waters Xevo TQ Absolute
Description:
The Waters Xevo TQ Absolute system is a triple quadrupole mass spectrometer designed to help pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and environmental analytical laboratories meet regulations requiring trace-level quantitative mass spectrometry analyses for a broad set of applications. This newest high-performance mass spectrometer is up to 15X more sensitive for quantifying negatively ionizing compounds than its predecessor.
Staff in charge: Dr Keith Ho
Model: Bruker timsTOF HT
Description:
The Bruker timsTOF HT employs trapped ion mobility spectrometer (tims) for enhanced separation and characterization of ions based on their shape and size, in addition to mass. It can analyze a wide range of masses, making it versatile for various application, including proteomics, metabolomics, and small molecule analysis.
Staff in charge: Dr Keith Ho
Model: Agilent 1290 Infinity II UPLC
Description:
The 1290 Infinity II UPLC System is a robust analytical chromatography (UPLC) system that offers the widest choice of modules for both analytical HPLC and UPLC separation. This UPLC is capable of separating and characterizing chemical and biological compounds in synthetic mixtures and natural products such as foods, environmental samples, animal fluids.
Staff in charge: Dr Keith Ho
Model: Thermo Scientific Cryoplus 7405
Description:
The CryoPlus Liquid Nitrogen Storage System combines reliable liquid nitrogen storage with advanced microprocessor technology, offering precise and accurate control over all parameters.
Staff in charge: Dr Keith Ho
Model: Cepheid GeneXpert II
Description:
The Cepheid GeneXpert II is an innovative molecular diagnostic system that enables rapid and accurate testing of infectious diseases using specific cartridges and advanced PCR (polymerase chain reaction) technology.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: Biomérieux BIOFIRE FILMARRAY TORCH
Description:
The BioMérieux BIOFIRE FILMARRAY TORCH is a rapid molecular diagnostic system designed to simultaneously detect the most common pathogens and associated antimicrobial resistance genes within a single assay tailored to specific syndromes.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: Jeiotech ISS-7100R
Description:
The incubator shaker is a versatile laboratory device designed for precise temperature control and gentle agitation, making it ideal for cultivating microorganisms and performing biochemical assays.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: Thermo Scientific Solaris 4000R Large Incubated and Refrigerated Benchtop Orbital Shaker
Description:
Thermo Scientific Solaris Incubated and Refrigerated Benchtop Shakers have an intuitive touch screen display, programmability, and multi-language support. Peltier technology provides refrigerant-free cooling with quiet operation.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: JeioTech UVC-11
Description:
The UV Sterilization Cabinet offers an optimal environment for effective decontamination of apparatus before carrying out PCR experiments using a high-quality UV lamp with timer control for enhanced safety and efficiency.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: ESCO AirStream PCR Cabinet 3 ft, PCR-3A1
Description:
The PCR cabinet is equipped with HEPA-filtered laminar flow, airflow monitoring, UV lamp & prefilter change alarm to provide a sterile environment for reagent and sample preparation during PCR master mix preparation.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: ESCO Airstream Class II Type A2 BSC
Description:
Class II Type A2 Biological Safety Cabinet offers excellent personal and product protection from biological hazards and contamination.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: Beckman Coulter Avanti Centrifuge JXN-26
Description:
The Beckman Coulter Avanti Centrifuge JXN-26 is a high-performance centrifuge designed for efficient and versatile separation of biological samples, featuring advanced technology that ensures precise speed control and temperature management for a wide range of applications.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: Agilent TapeStation System
Description:
The TapeStation System is an automated electrophoresis platform that allows for quick and reliable analysis of nucleic acid samples, providing quality control (QC) of RNA and DNA samples in applications such as next-generation sequencing (NGS) and biobanking.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: Invitrogen Qubit 4 Fluorometer
Description:
The Invitrogen Qubit 4 Fluorometer accurately and quickly measures the concentration of DNA, RNA, or protein in a single sample. It can also be used to assess RNA integrity and quality.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: BD FACSDiscover S8 Cell Sorter
Description:
A flow cytometer with sorting-capable image analysis that expands the power of cell analysis and sorting by combining spectral flow cytometry with real-time spatial and morphological insights.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: illumina NextSeq 2000 Sequencing System
Description:
The illumina NextSeq 2000 is a high-throughput sequencing system designed for flexible, cost-effective genomic analysis, offering advanced capabilities for both DNA and RNA sequencing applications.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: Applied Biosystems QS5
Description:
The Applied Biosystems QS5 is a highly automated system, enabling precise and efficient monitoring on the amplification of a targeted DNA molecule during the PCR.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: Applied Biosystems QS7-Pro
Description:
The Applied Biosystems QS7-Pro features advanced optical technology that enhances sensitivity and precision in fluorescent signal detection, offering higher throughput and faster run times during PCR.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: Molecular Devices SpectraMax i3x
Description:
The SpectraMax® i3x Multi-Mode Microplate Reader can perform a wide range of essential cell-based and biochemical assays using the included absorbance, fluorescence, and luminescence detection modes.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: Applied Biosystems ProFlex PCR System (3 x 32-well)
Description:
The Applied Biosystems ProFlex PCR System combines reliability and performance with flexible configuration and control features. The first-of-its-kind 3 x 32-well block allows up to three independent experiments to be run simultaneously, without interference from one another.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: Applied Biosystems VeritiPro Thermal Cycler (96-well)
Description:
The Applied Biosystems VeritiPro Thermal Cycler delivers proven reliability with advanced temperature control technology and connectivity. Take advantage of next-level PCR optimization with the precision offered by VeriFlex block technology.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: Molecular Device ImageXpress® Confocal HT.ai
Description:
The ImageXpress® Confocal HT.ai High-Content Imaging System utilizes a seven-channel laser light source with eight imaging channels to enable highly multiplexed assays while maintaining high throughput by using shortened exposure times. The system also integrates water immersion objectives to improve image resolution and minimize aberrations, so users can see deeper into thick samples.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: Bio-Rad ChemiDoc MP Imaging System
Description:
The Bio-Rad ChemiDoc MP Imaging System is a premium imaging platform designed for optimal detection of fluorescence and chemiluminescence in molecular biology research.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: Nikon Ti2-E Motorized Inverted Microscope
Description:
The Nikon Ti2-E Motorized Inverted Microscope Imaging System is a sophisticated imaging platform that offers advanced automation and high-resolution visualization for a wide range of biological samples, making it ideal for research and clinical applications.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: Rotary Evaporator: HeidolphTM Hei-VAP Expert Control
Description:
The HeidolphTM Hei-VAP Expert Control is a high-performance rotary evaporator engineered for the efficient removal of solvents, particularly volatile organic solvents, under reduced pressure to prevent the degradation of heat-sensitive compounds.
Staff in charge: Dr Keith Ho
Model: Centrifugal Concentrator: Hanil HyperVAC-MAX
Description:
The Hanil HyperVAC-MAX is advanced vacuum system designed for processing volatile organic solvents. It features compatibility with a diaphragm pump (7 mbar) for efficient operation, and effective cold trapping for solvent recovery. This system accommodates a wide range of sample containers, including 15 mL and 50 mL tubes.
Staff in charge: Dr Keith Ho
Model: Centrifugal Concentrator: Hanil HyperVAC-LITE
Description:
The Hanil HyperVAC-LITE is designed for nucleic acid concentration in molecular biology applications by combining centrifugal force and vacuum pressure. It supports a variety of sample containers, including 0.5, 1.5-, and 2.0-mL tubes.
Staff in charge: Ms Yuki Nozawa
Model: FreeZone 12 Liter Console Freeze Dryer System with Stoppering Tray Dryers
Description:
The FreeZone Console Freeze Dryer System is a sophisticated lyophilization unit designed for efficient freeze-drying of a variety of chemical and biological samples.
Staff in charge: Dr Keith Ho
Model: Beckman Coulter Biomek i5
Description:
The Beckman Coulter Biomek i5 is an advanced automated liquid handling system that streamlines sample preparation and analysis in various life science applications, offering customizable workflows and high-throughput capabilities to enhance laboratory efficiency and accuracy.
Staff in charge: Dr Keith Ho