MolBioCore

MolBioCore offers a comprehensive array of equipment and provides technical consultation and support for projects such as DNA cloning to make expression vectors, real-time PCR analysis, recombinant protein production and protein purification. Technical training can also be provided for self-directed equipment use.

  • Spectrophotometer (cuvette)
  • PCR Thermocycler
  • Meso Scale Electrochemical Plate Reader
  • ABI StepOne Plus Real Time PCR
  • NanoDrop (RNA/DNA quantification)
  • ImageQuant 300 (DNA gel imager)
  • Transilluminator (UV gel box)
  • Bio-Rad Chemidoc (protein get/blot imager)

Also available: Centrifuges, incubators, standard benchtop equipment (e.g., shakers, rockers), water purification system, ice maker

Annual Memberships

Gold Membership

$8,600

Best for frequent users

Silver Membership

$4,300

Best for regular/early career users

Bronze Membership

$2,600

Best for occasional users

Highly qualified staff provide technical assistance on procedures and method development related to molecular biology and protein chemistry.

Unassisted Instrumentation Use

MolBioCore uses automated, high quality instruments to produce efficient and reliable results.

Equipment Access + Use

Hours: Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

  • Mandatory training for all first-time users
  • To book an appointment email kunimasa@ualberta.ca Kuni Suzuki (Core Manager)
  • Security card access is available for frequent users
  • Instruments must remain free of debris, spills or damage following use
Note: Cleaning/repair costs will be charged back to user

MolBioCore has extensive experience optimizing protocols and providing assistance on its equipment. Molecular biology protocols are diverse and experience counts when it comes to developing protocols that bring you results with high quality.

Contact MOLBIOCORE

Alberta Diabetes Institute
6-030 Li Ka Shing Centre
University of Alberta
Laura Munoz Mendoza
Email: lmunozme@ualberta.ca

Dr. Rebecca Hull-Meicle, Core Director