This modern laboratory is a key interface cross servicing the diverse range of research that is conducted at the Hawkesbury campus including cell & molecular biology, animal science, microbiology, terrestrial & marine ecology, food & plant science & forensic biology. The laboratory is managed by a dedicated technical team. The space, design & equipment promote the capacity for collaboration between researchers and the different groups.
The design layout includes 3 main areas for microbiology, cell biology and molecular biology/biochemistry. Dedicated spaces are provided for tissue culture, PCR, media preparation, incubation, sterilization/decontamination & waste disposal, walk in cool room and wash up facility.
Researchers have access to key equipment centrally located within the laboratory that supports a broad range of research
- Conventional & RT Polymerase Chain Reaction
- DNA & protein imaging & analysis
- Mammalian cell culture facilities
- Static and continuous systems for biofilm production
- Research grade microscopes including fluorescence and inverted microscopes
- A range of spectrophotometric analysis covering fluorescence & UV/VIS spectrums with capacity for cuvette, plate formats & small volume DNA work
- Automatic colony counter complete with digital camera, PC & powerful software to enable speed & traceability of results
- Biohazard cabinets (class 2)
- Incubators, standard, CO2, shaking & orbital
- Laminar flow PCR cabinet
- Autoclaves, small bench style and large floor capacity
- Centrifuges, floor and benchtop, range of rotor options, ambient & refrigeration
- Ultra low temperature including -80oC freezer and liquid nitrogen

Biological Sciences PhD Candidates
RT-PCR Room Equipment

Automated Colony Counter