"Thermomax model provides thermal control and vertical shake, perfect for kinetic readings involving growth curves, 400-750nm Spectral Range. 5 second read per plate. Single or dual wavelength read, kinetic readings, automix (shake), and endpoint, and blank pattern, curve fits included with PC Software. Measurement range 0.000 to 4.000 OD with 405, 450, 490nm filters installed and each filter documented and certified. "
The IX81 provides the highest standards of observation and functional operation as well as the performance required for accurate research applications. The motorized system has the flexibility to be readily adapted to different research purposes and provides excellent performance in imaging, analysis and manipulation.
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Laser Scanning Confocal Microscope FV1000
"The FV1000 delivers all of the key performance functions required from a confocal laser scanning microscope, minimizes specimen damage during high-speed imaging of living organisms and accurately captures a full range of related information."
The automated Leica DM5000 B microscope for live cell analysis and cell morphology studies features a coded 7x nosepiece, manual z-focus, fully automated transmitted light axis, and automated 5x or 8x fluorescence axis. In addition to automated brightfield, darkfield, phase, and polarization contrast, the Leica DM5000 B features fully automated Differential Interference Contrast (DIC). Dedicated software together with the motorized fluorescence axis make the Leica DM5000 B ideal for advanced fluorescence applications involving fixed cells, live cells, and tissues.
"PerkinElmer's new, unique GC/MS solutions offer both unsurpassed sensitivity and unparalleled stability for labs of all types and sizes. No other system can deliver the high-performance and throughput that you require day after day – consistently and accurately. As a single source for all your GC/MS needs, PerkinElmer provides innovative instrumentation, consumables and accessories, user-friendly software and world-class service for a completely integrated, analytical solution designed to help you achieve success."
"Beckman System Gold(R) HPLC systems incorporate the latest technological advances in hardware design. The solvent delivery modules are built with the digitally controlled rapid refill pump design with automatic compressibility compensation that has received multiple patents. These features produce smooth flow from microbore to semi-preparative flow rates, and the high-pressure mixing design eliminates the need for constant helium sparging or degassing. The pumps are combined with high-sensitivity UV/VIS and diode array detectors and autosamplers with automation capability to build HPLC systems that have a reputation for the best performance, ease of use and troubleshooting, and longevity due to a solid and reliable design."
Tuskegee University Central Receiving/Physical Plant Attention Jason White Williams-Bowie Hall Room 2011 Tuskegee, Al 36088
This Core Facility enhances multidisciplinary research infrastructure for Tuskegee University (TU) by providing the resources, services and technical support required to not only stay on the cutting-edge of biomedical research but also forge new paths. This primary goal is achieved by providing instrumentation and personnel in two Cores. Core One addresses the need for lab instrumentation and Core Two provides resources in the areas of bioinformatics, computational biology and information technology.
Center for Biomedical Research - Shared Instrumentation Core
"The Applied Biosystems® 7500 Fast Real-Time PCR System offers maximum performance in the minimum time. Fully optimized for Fast cycling, the 7500 Fast delivers high-quality results in as little as 30 minutes."
Applied Biosystems 7500 Fast RTPCR System
"BD Accuri C6 flow cytometers, BD CFlow® Software and Workstation PC supply all the capabilities of a full-featured flow cytometer at an affordable price. The system includes blue and red lasers, four color detectors, and both forward and side scatter detectors plus software that is so intuitive that you will typically be up and running within an hour of receiving your BD Accuri system."
"Synergy™ 2 SL is BioTek's high-performance luminescence microplate reader. It has been designed to provide the very best in microplate luminescence technology. Ultra low noise digital photon integration system and high-quality optics ensure the best sensitivity available today. An optional dual injector is available to automate flash-luminescent assays."
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"The BX53 is a versatile system microscope that can be configured to meet virtually any research need. It supports a wide range of fluorescence imaging applications, and has a range of advanced features for enhanced operating ease and process flexibility."
"The Gene Pulser II system uses the Pulse Trac™ waveform delivery system to generate the most accurate exponential decay pulses possible for optimal cell transformation within an electroporation cuvette."
"Today's research requires that instrumentation be cost effective, reliable and easy to use. In response to those requirements, BioTek Instruments has developed the Synergy™ HT Multi-Mode Microplate Reader. This plate reader for fluorescence, absorbance and luminescence measurements was designed with an emphasis on superior performance in all detection methods. Unlike many multi-mode microplate readers, the Synergy HT utilizes a unique dual-optics design."
Biomedical Information Management Systems (BIMS) provide services and training in computational biology, bioinformatics, experimental design and statistical analysis to the RCMI researchers and the biomedical research community at TU.
Williams-Bowie Hall Tuskegee University Tuskegee, Al 36088
Computational Biology and Bioinformatics - Biomedical Information Management Services
Software utilized by Beckman Coulter System Gold HPLC.
A multimodal imaging system that allows for high resolution digital x-ray, bioluminescence and fluorescence.
high performance liquid chromatography instrument
"The Mx3000P is a high-performance yet low-cost option designed to accommodate basic to advanced experimental applications. Featuring four optical channels with user-selected filters covering a broad range of excitation wavelengths, the Mx3000P can be used with most fluorescent dyes, bringing flexible real-time qPCR instrumentation to the individual researcher with a limited budget."
"The Mx3005P system is among the most reliable and trusted QPCR instruments available, with a long record of citation in peer-review journals. Offering unmatched flexibility and reliability, the systems are ideal for a wide variety of applications and chemistries (including but not limited to: gene expression analysis, microarray data validation, SNP genotyping, pathogen detection, DNA methylation analysis and chromatin immune-precipitation studies."
"The StepOne™ Real-Time PCR System is a 48-well, low-throughput Real-Time PCR instrument perfect for both first-time and experienced users. The StepOne™ Real-Time PCR System can be setup in a variety of configurations and comes ready to use, out of the box, with intuitive data analysis and instrument control software. Utilizing robust LED based 3-color optical recording, the StepOne™ Real-Time PCR System is designed to deliver precise, quantitative Real-Time PCR results for a variety of genomic research applications."
"The Gemini™ EM Fluorescence Microplate Reader exemplifies flexibility for fluorescence assays. Reading 6 to 384-well microplates, the optical design of the instrument can be switched from top to bottom read modes for improved sensitivity to solutions and cell-based assays. Dual monochromators for variable wavelength selection between 250 nm and 850 nm eliminate the need for searching out the right pair of excitation and emission filters and wavelength scanning across a range of wavelengths in increments as small as 1 nm can be used to optimize assay parameters."
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"The FluorChem® E Digital Darkroom redefines high-performance Western blot and gel imaging. Its innovative compact design incorporates state-of-the-art CCD optical technology with simplified touch screen control for effortless detection of chemiluminescent, colorimetric and UV fluorescent gels and blots. FluorChem E’s revolutionary image acquisition and retrieval process changes the way images are captured, reviewed and archived — no darkroom required."
1200 west Montgomery Rd Carver Research Foundation Rm #3 Tuskegee University Tuskegee Alabama 36088
Center for Biomedical Research- Digital Imaging
CBR/RCMI provides digital imaging facilities at three locations on the TU campus. The locations are Williams-Bowie Hall, The Carver Research Foundation, and the TU Animal Facility. The equipment within the facilities allows for numerous microscopy techniques, including the use of fluorescence, bright field, dark field, confocal, wide-field and long-term viewing of living cells. Additionally, an in vivo imager is available for non-invasive rodent studies.
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Tuskegee University Williams-Bowie Room 2011 Tuskegee, Al 36088
"The IX71 inverted research microscope is designed to accommodate a wide range of advanced research techniques. A modular frame and optical design provides 9 access ports for multiple input or output devices. Up to four ports can have simultaneous access to a primary image. The IX71 system can easily accommodate multi-wavelength, advanced fluorescence techniques.
"BioTek’s PowerWave microplate spectrophotometers are designed for use in a myriad of applications, from direct quantitation of nucleic acids using automated pathlength correction to full-scale high throughput operations that demand speed, accuracy and reliability."
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"The Center for Biomedical Research/Research Centers at Minority Institutions Core Facility enhances multidisciplinary research infrastructure for Tuskegee University investigators by providing the resources, services, and technical support required by the interdisciplinary nature of biomedical research. The Core Facility achieves this primary goal by providing instrumentation and personnel in two Cores. Several subunits in Core I are being assembled and will be completed during the next funding cycle of the TU-RCMI."
gas chromatography-mass spectrometry platform
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Inverted contrasting microscope for living cell applications Leica DM IL - The Leica DM IL is the inverted contrasting microscope of choice for microbiology and cell culture laboratories. Offering virtually unlimited application potential in live cell microscopy, it is ideal for routine examinations of cell and tissue cultures, for liquids and sediments and for special applications such as micromanipulation and microinjection.
"Since its introduction in 2001, Amaxa® Nucleofector® Technology has transformed transfection. Nucleofection® has proven to be a reliable and reproducible easy-to-use technology, suited to a wide variety of applications. An ever increasing number of publications in a wide range of research areas reflect how Nucleofector® Technology is driving research in numerous cell types and applications. Nucleofector® Technology provides an answer to almost every transfection challenge."
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