The BSF operates a variety of equipment that are available to researchers. To learn more about the equipment, book them, or inquire about equipment availability, please contact bsf@utoronto.ca
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MilliQ Water Purification Systems
- Multiple units exist within the BSF and CBTC.
- Treats water through filtration and UV sterilization to oxidize organic molecules, kill bacteria, and remove ionic/organic contaminants below trace levels to provide ultrapure water.
- Users must be added to an authorized personnel log.
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Fridges and Freezers
- -80°C ultrafreezer (Used to store temperature-sensitive materials such as viruses).
- -20°C freezer (Used to store temperature-sensitive materials such as antibodies and tissue samples).
- 4°C fridges.
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Micropipette Puller
- Can be used to fabricate glass micropipettes, patch pipettes, and microinjection needles.
- An in-person training session must be completed prior to use.
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Cryostat
- Used to section tissue samples under freezing conditions for IHC, imagery, RNAscope, etc.
- An in-person training session must be completed prior to use.
Other Laboratory Equipment
- Hot water baths
- Small benchtop incubator
- Small water bath
- Ultrasonic cleaner
- Centrifuge
- Rotomix
- Standard Programmable Infuse/Withdraw Syringe Pump
- Circulating Water Heating Pad
- Physiological Monitoring System
- Magnifying Glasses