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Molecular Biology Laboratory
Molecular Biology Laboratory
The Molecular Biology Laboratory at the College of Natural Resources is designed to support teaching, research, and innovation. The facility enables high‑quality experiments in DNA, RNA, and protein-level studies that strengthen Bhutan’s bioscience capacity.
FACILITIES & EQUIPMENT
1. DNA & RNA Extraction Facility
- Microcentrifuges (refrigerated & non‑refrigerated)
- Vortex mixers
- Thermal blocks
- Pipettes and sterile consumables
- Laminar flow hoods
2. PCR Suite
- Gradient PCR machines (96 well Proflex PCR System and VWR XT96 PCR system)
- Gel documentation system (Manual and Real time gel documentation)
3. Gel Electrophoresis & Visualization
- Horizontal and vertical gel systems
- Power supplies
- UV/Blue-light transilluminators
- High-resolution gel documentation
4. Quantification suite
- UV visible spectrophotometer
- Qubit fluorimeter
5. rDNA technology suite
- Electroporator
6. Sequencing & Bioinformatics Support
- Sample preparation for Sanger & NGS
- Bioinformatics workflows and analysis
7. Cold Storage & Sample Archiving
- –20°C and –80°C freezers
- Refrigerators
TEACHING & RESEARCH ACTIVITIES
- DNA/RNA extraction and purification
- PCR and diagnostics studies
- eDNA extraction and PCR
- Metagenomics and microbial profiling
- Molecular identification of microorganisms, animals and plant pathogens
- Molecular ecology and biodiversity studies
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