What the facility does
Flow cytometry and cell sorting.
Areas of expertise
The Flow Cytometry Core Facility (FCCF) is equipped with four (4) cell sorters, three (3) conventional cytometers and two (2) full-spectrum instruments enabling scientists to analyze over 50 fluorescent parameters at once. Scientific support is available to help effective use of the technology and operator-assisted acquisition on analyzers.
Research services
- Flow cytometry
- Cell sorting
- Training
- Consulting
- Scientific support for use of technology
- Online booking system for easy access to the facility
Sectors of application
- Education
- Environmental technologies and related services
- Life sciences, pharmaceuticals and medical equipment
Specialized labs and equipment
| Equipment | Function |
|---|---|
| BD FACSCanto II Flow Cytometry System | 8 parameters. |
| BD LRS Fortessa Flow Cytometer | 5 lasers, 20 parameters. |
| BD LRS Fortessa Flow Cytometer | 4 lasers, 18 parameters. |
| BD FACSAria III Cell Sorter | 13 parameters. |
| BD FACSAria Fusion Cell Sorter | 18 parameters. |
| Sony SH800 Cell Sorter | 8 parameters. |
| Beckman Coulter CytoFLEX SRT Cell Sorter | 17 parameters. |
| Cytek Aurora full-spectrum Flow Cytometry system | 67 parameters. |
| Cytek Northern Lights full-spectrum Flow Cytometry system | 38 parameters. |
Additional information
| Equipment | Function |
|---|---|
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