DST-FIST Protein Characterization Facility

An ultrasonic cleaner uses high-frequency sound waves to generate microscopic bubbles in a cleaning solution, which effectively removes dirt, debris, and contaminants from delicate instruments and surfaces.

Room No: 114, Block 2

A centrifuge rapidly spins samples at high speeds to separate components based on their density, allowing for the isolation of cells, proteins, nucleic acids, and other particles in biological and chemical research.

Room No: 218, Block 2

The Sonics Vibracell Sonicator is used to apply ultrasonic energy to samples for processes like cell disruption, homogenization, and protein extraction in biological and chemical research.

Room No: 214, Block 1

The Jasco UV/Vis spectrophotometer is used to measure the absorbance of samples in the ultraviolet and visible light range, enabling the analysis of concentrations and properties of biomolecules, chemicals, and compounds.

Room No: 214, Block 1

The Zetatrac DLS (Dynamic Light Scattering) system is used to measure the size distribution and zeta potential of nanoparticles and colloidal suspensions, providing insights into their stability and behavior in solution.

Room No: 214, Block 1

The Sonics Vibracell Sonicator is used to apply ultrasonic energy to samples for processes like cell disruption, homogenization, and protein extraction in biological and chemical research.

Room No: 318, Block 1

A centrifuge rapidly spins samples at high speeds to separate components based on their density, allowing for the isolation of cells, proteins, nucleic acids, and other particles in biological and chemical research.

Room No: 318, Block 1

The Jasco V-760 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer is used for precise absorbance and transmittance measurements across the ultraviolet and visible light spectra, facilitating the analysis of molecular concentration, chemical composition, and reaction kinetics.

Room No: 318, Block 1

The Bio-Rad ChemiDoc MP Imaging System is a versatile platform used for capturing high-resolution images of chemiluminescent, fluorescence, and colorimetric assays in molecular biology research. It enables precise quantification and analysis of protein, nucleic acid, and cell-based experiments, offering advanced image processing and data analysis tools for a wide range of applications.

Room No: 318, Block 1

The BioTek Synergy H1 is a multi-mode microplate reader used for a wide range of applications, including absorbance, fluorescence, and luminescence assays, providing versatile and high-throughput detection in research and diagnostics.

Room No: 318, Block 1

The Jasco FP-6500 Spectrofluorometer is used for measuring fluorescence emission and excitation spectra, enabling sensitive analysis of fluorescent molecules in applications like protein studies, environmental monitoring, and chemical analysis.

Room No: 318, Block 1

The Malvern Zetasizer DLS (Dynamic Light Scattering) measures the size distribution, zeta potential, and molecular dynamics of nanoparticles and colloidal suspensions, aiding in material characterization and stability analysis.

Room No: 318, Block 1

The QuantStudio Flex by Applied Biosystems is a real-time PCR system used for high-precision gene expression analysis, genotyping, and other molecular biology applications.

Room No: 318, Block 1

The PerkinElmer FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared) spectrometer is used to identify chemical compounds and analyze molecular structures by measuring the absorption of infrared light across different wavelengths.

Room No: 318, Block 1

The MicroCal PEAQ Malvern ITC (Isothermal Titration Calorimeter) measures the heat released or absorbed during molecular interactions, providing detailed insights into binding affinity, stoichiometry, and thermodynamics.

Room No: 318, Block 1

The Jasco J-815 CD (Circular Dichroism) spectrophotometer is used to analyze the secondary structure of proteins and nucleic acids by measuring their chiral optical activity in the ultraviolet range.

Room No: 318, Block 1