The QB3 Cell and Tissue Analysis Facility provides cell culture equipment and instrumentation needed to grow and assess mammalian cells including flow cytometry, automated epifluorescence, confocal, and multiphoton imaging, as well as a histology suite with cryosectioning equipment.
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Services are offerred outside of University of California, Berkeley
Consulting is offerred outside of University of California, Berkeley
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Facility Equipment
Bio-Rad CFX96 Real-Time PCR Detection System
The CFX96 Touch System is a real-time PCR detection system that combines optical technology with temperature control. This six-channel (five colors and one FRET channel) real-time PCR instrument combines advanced optical technology with precise temperature control to deliver sensitive, reliable detection for singlexplex or multiplex reactions. Quickly set up runs and monitor amplification traces in real time on the integrated LCD touch screen, or use the included CFX Maestro Software to easily and intuitively design your experiment and analyze results from a connected computer. With up to five-target detection, thermal cycler performance, unrivaled stand-alone functionality, and easy-to-use software, the CFX96 Touch System is designed to advance your qPCR. [Product Link]
Microscope that offers up to 60x air; 60x and 100x oil immersion magnification, with fluorescence, brightfield, color brightfield, and phase contrast channels for maximum application reach. [Product Link]
Multiphoton microscope that is designed for intravital imaging, with fully motorized control of objective X-Y-Z position, as well as two axes of rotation for precise imaging orientation. Second scan path enables simultaneous imaging and photoactivation. [Product Link]
