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Name Make/Model Functionality Location

Agilent Bioanalyzer

Agilent/2100

The 2100 Bioanalyzer system is an established automated electrophoresis tool for the sample quality control of biomolecules. The 2100 Bioanalyzer instrument, together with the 2100 Expert Software and Bioanalyzer assays, provide highly precise analytical evaluation of various samples types in many workflows, including next generation sequencing (NGS), gene expression, biopharmaceutical, and gene editing research. Digital data is provided in a timely manner and delivers objective assessment of sizing, quantitation, integrity and purity from DNA, RNA, and proteins. Minimal sample volumes are required for an accurate result, and the data may be exported in a many different formats for ease-of-use.

CLS16- 16030.20

Agilent TapeStation

Agilent/4200

The Agilent TapeStation system is an automated electrophoresis solution for the sample quality control of DNA and RNA samples. The system integrates an instrument, data processing software, reagents, and ScreenTape devices specific for DNA and RNA. It is suitable to analyze size, quantity, and integrity of your samples. It fits for example in a next-generation sequencing (NGS) or biobanking workflow with low to high throughput delivering highly precise analytical evaluation.

CLS16- 16030.20

Covaris Focused Unltrsonicator

Covaris/R230

Nucleic acid shearing  with the unique high-throughput sample processing capabilities of AFA-energetics® with AFA-TUBE™ plates, revolutionizes sample prep using precise tuneable energy in two modes: a conventional AFA indexing mode and a new proprietary AFA scanning mode.  Scanning mode enables rapid sample batch treatment in Covaris-qualified a 96 well plate format

CLS16- 16054

LUNA Dual Fluorescence Cell Counter

Logos Biosystems/Luna FL

Equipped with dual fluorescence and brightfield optics, the LUNA-FL™ is a powerhouse. The LUNA-FL™ can assess cell counts, viability, and GFP transfection efficiency without being limited by cell type or size.

CLS16- 16052

Denovix Celldrop FLi - Slide free, Dual Fluorescence and Brightfield Cell Counter with autofocus

Denovix/Celldrop Fli

DeNovix patented DirectPipette™ technology replaces hemocytometers and plastic slides traditionally used in cell counting equipment. The CellDrop is the only automated cell counter that eliminates the costs and plastic waste associated with cell counting slides. Includes software with a wide variety of applications.

CLS16- 16049

LeviCell 1.0

Levitas Bio/Levicell 1.0

The LeviCell 1.0 is a cellular analysis system that uses magnetic levitation to separate and enrich live cells without damaging them. The system is compatible with a variety of cell types, sample sources, and cell media, and can accommodate samples up to 350 µm in diameter.

CLS16- 16049

QIAGEN QIAcube Connect

Qiagen/Qiacube Connect

Automates over 80 QIAGEN kits with over 3000 protocols. Allows automated DNA, RNA and protein sample processing. Eliminates manual processing steps. Generates standardized results.

CLS16- 16030.21

Qubit 3.0 & Flex Fluorometers

ThermoFisher/Qubit 3.0 and Qubit Flex

The Invitrogen Qubit Fluorometer accurately and quickly measures the concentration of DNA, RNA, endotoxin, or protein in up to eight samples simultaneously. Flex can also be used to assess RNA integrity and quality.

CLS16- 16030.20

S2 Genomics Singulator 100

S2 Genomics/ Singulator 100

The Singulator™ Platform is an easy-to-use, flexible, automated solution for the rapid dissociation solid tissue into high-quality, viable single cells or intact nuclei compatible with numerous single-cell genomics applications.

CLS16- 16030.20

Nanodrop 1000 & 8000

ThermoFisher/Nanodrop 1000 & 8000

Simple, rapid, accurate quantification and qualification of DNA, RNA, and protein.

CLS16- 16054

10x Chromium X & Controller

10X Genomics/Chromium X & Controller

Partitioning device used to isolate single cells from a cell suspension in “Gel Bead-in-Emulsion” droplets, where nucleic acid of interest is extracted and tagged with a cell-specific barcode for downstream Next-Gen Sequencing library prep and sequencing.

CLS16- 16054

10x Visium CytAssist

10X Genomics/ Visium CytAssist

The Visium CytAssist is a compact instrument designed to simplify the Visium workflow by facilitating the transfer of transcriptomic probes from standard glass slides to Visium slides, enabling whole transcriptomic spatial profiling insights across your entire tissue section, and expanded compatibility with FFPE and/or FF samples.

CLS16- 16054

SeqStudio & SeqStudio Flex 24

Applied Biosystems/SeqStudio & SeqStudio Flex 24

Capillary electrophoresis system capable of Sanger Sequencing analysis (for NGS confirmation, indel detection, SNP detection, genome editing verification, microbial identification, etc…) and fragment analysis (ie microsatellite analysis).

CLS16- 16030.19

SureScan Microarray Scanner

Agilent/SureScan

The Agilent SureScan Scanner provides a precise and efficient microarray scanner system for many research applications. Designed for research using microarrays, the scanner system provides a laser-induced fluorescence scanning solution designed to read microarrays printed on standard 1 inch by 3 inch glass slides. The microarray instrumentation measures the fluorescence intensity of two dyes simultaneously from labeled sample nucleic acid bound to microarrays. The system also enhances productivity with continuous loading from a 24-slide cassette and automatic loading of data files into Feature Extraction Software. It also features built-in ozone protection to minimize signal degradation.

CLS16- 16049

Genechip Microarray Scanner

Thermo Fisher/3000 7G

Scan next-generation higher-density arrays, including SNP arrays with up to 900,000 SNPs, tiling arrays for transcription and all-exon arrays for whole-genome analysis.

CLS16- 16030.22

CFX96 & CFX384Touch Real-Time PCR Detection System

BIORAD/CFX96 & CFX384

The CFX Touch System is a powerful, precise, and flexible real-time PCR detection system. This six-channel (five colors and one FRET channel) real-time PCR instrument combines advanced optical technology with precise temperature control to deliver sensitive, reliable detection for singlexplex or multiplex reactions. Quickly set up runs and monitor amplification traces in real time on the integrated LCD touch screen, or use the included CFX Maestro Software to easily and intuitively design your experiment and analyze results from a connected computer. With up to five-target detection, unsurpassed thermal cycler performance, unrivaled stand-alone functionality, and powerful yet easy-to-use software, the CFX96 Touch System is designed to advance your qPCR.

CLS16- 16054

Bio-Rad Droplet Digital PCR (ddPCR)

BIORAD/QX200

Most precise and sensitive digital PCR solution for a wide variety of applications.

CLS16- 16030.19

Bionano Saphyr optical genome mapping (OGM)

Bionano/Saphyr

Routinely detect all classes of structural variants down to 500 base pair (bp) resolution and 5% variant allele frequency (VAF) with optical genome mapping (OGM) using the Saphyr™ system. Saphyr™ is the most powerful structural variant detection tool available, detecting genomic variants commonly missed by next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies and conventional cytogenetic techniques. Wide range of applications includes: undiagnosed genetic disorders, hematologic malignancies, gene discovery and therapy, cell line stability, solid tumor research, genetic engineering studies, evolutionary biology, and reference genome assembly.

CLS16- 16049

Nabsys OhmX - electronic genome mapping

Nabsys/OhmX

Nabsys's OhmX platform is a novel system for high-definition human whole-genome structural variation analysis. By utilizing electronic detection as opposed to optical detection, OhmX can capture balanced and unbalanced SVs at high resolution, as small as 300bp.

CLS16- 16030.20

Fluidigm BioMark high performance PCR system

Standard Bio/ Biomark

Microfluidics technology to process samples at nanoliter-scale volumes for gene expression, genotyping, sample identification, copy number variation analysis and digital PCR. Ideal for labs performing PCR on hundreds to thousands of samples. Provides a wide range of integrated fluidic circuit (IFC) formats available, scaling from mid- to high throughput on a single system is easily achievable. Available controller are HX, MX, and RX.

CLS16- 16030.19

NanoString nCounter MAX gene expression

Nanostring/nCounter Max

The nCounter MAx makes access to NanoString’s molecular barcoding technology more affordable than ever before for RNA, DNA, and protein profiling applications. Digitally examine multiple pathways in a single tube in an extraction-free workflow. Perform your own data analysis using the nSolver™ Analysis Software. Compatible with difficult sample types, including FFPE tissue. Highly multiplexed analysis of basic cancer biology and pathway deregulation activity.

CLS16- 16049

Illumina MiSeq & NextSeq 1000 next-generation sequencing (NGS)

Illumina/MiSeq & NextSeq 1000

The Illumina sequencing system that can perform a variety of applications, including: single cell RNA sequencing, whole exome sequencing, targeted panels, shotgun metagenomics, spatial transciptomics and more.

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Nanopore PromethION long-read sequencing

Oxford Nanopore/PromethION

The PromethION is Oxford Nanopore's ultra-high throughput benchtop sequencing device capable of delivering terabases of data, Using the same core technology as the MinION and GridION, the PromethION offers real-time, long-read, high-fidelity DNA and RNA sequencing.

CLS16- 16052

Hamilton Automated Liquid Handler

Hamilton/ STARlet

Automates various liquid handling workflows.

CLS16- 16049