Biology Technology Facility

With over £6.6 million of capital equipment, 2000 m2 of purpose-built laboratories and 19 expert staff, this purpose built centre of excellence provides access to state-of-the-art bioscience technologies for external academic laboratories and commercial business users.

The laboratories that offer facilities include:

  • Imaging & Cytometry
  • Molecular Interactions
  • Protein Production
  • Genomic
  • Proteomics & Analytical Biochemistry
  • Bioinformatics

Efficient and cost-effective

The Technology Facility offers an efficient and cost effective way to undertake analytical work with the majority of instruments available for external use following an initial training period. If required, the facility's expert team will undertake the work for you. Such work could include:

  • proof of principle
  • routine preparative or analytical work
  • specialist analysis
  • method development
  • pilot studies
  • instrumentation trials

Advice and training options

The depth of expertise that exists within the Technology Facility is its greatest asset. Each of the six units is headed by an experienced technologist who can save you time and money by assisting with project development plans. Training is also offered for various techniques, including courses tailored to your specific requirements.

One-to-one instruction, extended visits and hands on courses are all available.

 

The Biology Department is located on Wentworth Way on the Main Campus at Heslington

Find out more

The Biology Technology Facility web pages provide additional information about:

  • technologies and expertise available in the facility
  • news of recent developments
  • access and services available to external users
  • details of the equipment and services available
  • available courses and equipment