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University Health Network (UHN)

Established: 1999

https://www.uhn.ca

Location: Toronto, Canada

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ROR ID: https://ror.org/042xt5161

CrossRef Funder ID: 100009663

ISNI: 0000 0004 0474 0428

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19 Core Facilities:

1 Service Outside the Institution

1 Consult Outside the Institution

Cell Culture

Cell Imaging

Confocal Microscopy

Data Analysis

Histology

Laser Capture Microdissection

Microscopy

Molecular Imaging

Multiphoton Microscopy

Optical Imaging

University Health Network Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Core FacilityRRID:SCR_027548

Resources:
Contact Info:

Genevieve Seabrook

https://nmrcore.uhnresearch.ca/

RRID:

RRID:SCR_027548

Description:

NMR Core Facility is equipped with NMR spectrometers allowing researchers to Characterize bio-molecular structures at the atomic resolution with exquisite details;Identify protein interactions with binding partners in order to understand their architecture;Study protein dynamic;Study protein post-translational modifications acting as molecular switches;Study structure-function relationships of biological proteins to gain insight into biological processes in relation to human disease;Screening of High-throughput drug-like leads for novel therapeutic targets;Study Metabolites of interest.Core facility houses high-field NMR spectrometers equipped with cryogenically cooled probes (1H or 13C optimized) for enhanced sensitivity.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/14/2025

University Health Network Advanced Optical Microscopy Core FacilityRRID:SCR_027535

Resources:
Contact Info:

James Jonkman

http://www.aomf.ca

RRID:

RRID:SCR_027535

Description:

Core offers services in optical microscopy experiments including: confocal, multiphoton, super-resolution, FRAP, FRET, live-cell timelapse, whole-slide scanning, image analysis and more.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/10/2025

University Health Network Histology Biomarker Lab Core FacilityRRID:SCR_027536

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RRID:SCR_027536

Description:

Core provides biospecimen processing and performs automated slide-based biomarker methods (protein/RNA/DNA), implementing good clinical laboratory practices.Offers specialized consultation and perform biomarker development and analyses within clinical study and research program protocols.Provides services to the clinical trials and pre-clinical research community and expertise in biomarker selection, method development, optimization and standardization, and provision of quality consultation on biomarkers for clinical research protocols.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/10/2025

University Health Network Princess Margaret Flow Cytometry Core FacilityRRID:SCR_027537

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Contact Info:

Aleks Spurmanis

https://pmflow.ca/

RRID:

RRID:SCR_027537

Description:

Core offers services in Analytical Flow Cytometry, Fluorescence Activated Cell Sorting, consultation and data analysis. Staff provides training, assisted acquisition, consultation, and data analysis upon request.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/10/2025

University Health Network Bioinformatics and High Performance Computing HPC Core FacilityRRID:SCR_027532

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Contact Info:

Natalie Stickle

https://bhpc.uhnresearch.ca/

RRID:

RRID:SCR_027532

Description:

Core provides services including Basic High-Throughput Sequencing Analysis, Advanced Data Analysis, High Performance Computing.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/09/2025

University Health Network Spatio-Temporal Targeting and Amplification of Radiation Response Core FacilityRRID:SCR_027531

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Contact Info:

Naz Chaudary

https://www.sttarr.com/

RRID:

RRID:SCR_027531

Description:

Offers services to support studies in medical fields across oncology, cardiology, metabolic diseases, radiotheranostics and more.Helps with study design to final data analysis, including GLP-compliant histopathology services.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/09/2025

University Health Network Princess Margaret Living Biobank PDO Core FacilityRRID:SCR_027530

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Contact Info:

Nikolina Radulovich

https://pmlivingbiobank.uhnresearch.ca/

RRID:

RRID:SCR_027530

Description:

Core provides services for the use of patient-Derived tumor Organoid (PDO) model.Organoid models are derived from patient-derived xenograft tissues, primary tumors, and metastatic patient tissues. PMLB organoid repository includes models generated from colorectal, pancreatic, and lung cancer tissues.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/09/2025

University Health Network Krembil Discovery Tower Flow Cytometry Core FacilityRRID:SCR_027529

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Contact Info:

Arda Shahinian

https://kdtflow.uhnresearch.ca/

RRID:

RRID:SCR_027529

Description:

Core offers cell sorting and flow cytometry services. Provided instruments include BD FACS Canto II, Beckman Cytoflex LX, BD FACS ARIA III, AutoMacs Cell Separator.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/09/2025

University Health Network Biostatistics Core FacilityRRID:SCR_027528

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RRID:

RRID:SCR_027528

Description:

Core offers services including Study planning and design; Grant writing and protocol creation; Data collection form design; Data capture instrument construction; Complex data processing and linkage; Quality control involvement; Statistical analysis, figure, and table generation; Manuscript drafting and presentation preparation; Response to manuscript reviews from regulatory agencies and journals.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/09/2025

University Health Network Quantitative Imaging for Personalized Cancer Medicine Advanced Imaging Core FacilityRRID:SCR_027527

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Contact Info:

Julia Publicover

https://qipcm.com/

RRID:

RRID:SCR_027527

Description:

Provides testing and analysis support for clinical trials to improve consistency and reliability in clinical trial data.Helps clinical investigators achieve systematic image collection and improved collaboration. Can help with handling large volume functional and dynamic imaging data.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/09/2025

University Health Network PMCRT and PGCRL UHN-SickKids Joint Core FacilityRRID:SCR_027526

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RRID:SCR_027526

Description:

Facility provides analytical flow cytometers and high-speed cell sorting, as well as training, education and consultation services.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/09/2025

University Health Network Advanced Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory Core FacilityRRID:SCR_027525

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Contact Info:

Harriet Feilotter

https://amdl.uhnresearch.ca/

RRID:

RRID:SCR_027525

Description:

AMDL is a clinical CAP/CLIA accredited molecular diagnostics laboratory at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. Supports clinical trials and translational research projects requiring clinical-grade (CAP/CLIA) molecular testing at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. AMDL works closely with Molecular Diagnostics lab in Toronto General Hospital to transition protocols into clinical tests.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/09/2025

University Health Network Princess Margaret Genomics Centre PMGC Core FacilityRRID:SCR_027524

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RRID:

RRID:SCR_027524

Description:

Core is dedicated to providing access to cost-effective and high quality genomics services including standard and custom-tailored DNA sequencing using Illumina technologies, epigenomics, panel-based profiling (Luminex and Nanostring) and functional genomics. Single cell genomics applications on variety of popular platforms.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/09/2025

University Health Network Princess Margaret Living PDX Core FacilityRRID:SCR_027523

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RRID:

RRID:SCR_027523

Description:

Core provides services for the use of Xenograft (PDX) models listed in open global catalogue of PDX models for comprehensive search and attribute filtering support for clinico-pathological and molecular data. Molecular data and visualization of profiled models could be accessed through the institute's portal.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/09/2025

University Health Network Princess Margaret Cancer Biobank Core FacilityRRID:SCR_027522

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RRID:

RRID:SCR_027522

Description:

Core offers biobanking services and diverse inventory of biospecimens in the field of Oncology. Offers prospective protocol specific banking tailored to your research needs, including patient eligibility, screening, consenting, biospecimen procurement, handling, and processing, clinical data annotation, short and long-term sample storage, and shipping.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/09/2025

University Health Network McCain GU BiobankRRID:SCR_027521

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Contact Info:

Heidi Wagner

https://mccaingubiobank.ca/

RRID:

RRID:SCR_027521

Description:

Core supports biomarker discovery and enhancing future cancer research in the areas of genomics, proteomics and epidemiology. Provides serialized collections of biospeciments throughout patient prognosis. Clinical time point collections are based on input from our expert surgical, medical, and radiation oncologist teams.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/09/2025

University Health Network Joint Department of Medical Imaging Research Office JDMI RO Core FacilityRRID:SCR_027520

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Contact Info:

Miran Kenk

https://jdmiresearch.ca/

RRID:

RRID:SCR_027520

Description:

Core services include Imaging Modalities:MRI,PET-MRI,CT,PET-CT,Ultrasound / X-Ray,Interventional / Biopsies;Consultation:Pre-grant submission consultations,Pre-trial launch consultations / site initiation visists,Feasibility assessments MRI physics consultation; Protocol Development / Site Feasibility:Industry site feasibility questionnaires, Protocol development of medical imaging studies and clinical trials; Post-Processing of Images:Tumour measurements, Volumetric measurements.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/09/2025

University Health Network Biospecimen Services Core FacilityRRID:SCR_027519

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Contact Info:

Heidi Wagner

https://uhnbiospecimenservices.com/

RRID:

RRID:SCR_027519

Description:

Core provide services for the enhancement and progression of novel and innovative research and discovery. Provides human biospecimen samples such as: fresh frozen and formalin fixed paraffin embedded (FFPE) tissue, compartmentalized blood components such as serum, plasma, and whole blood peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) and other biofluids, including saliva and urine; Tissue microarray (TMA) construction and quantitative image analysis of TMA sections, Laser capture microdissection (LCM), digital slide scanning, quantitative image, and pathological/clinical analysis for various tumour sites and DNA/RNA extraction; support and guidance to researchers and biobanks on accessing, collecting, and using human biospecimens and associated data for health research.

This facility does not provide services outside its institution

This facility does not consult outside its institution

Last updated:

10/09/2025

Advanced Optical Microscopy Facility (AOMF)

Services:

Cell Culture

Cell Imaging

Confocal Microscopy

Data Analysis

Histology

Laser Capture Microdissection

Microscopy

Molecular Imaging

Multiphoton Microscopy

Optical Imaging

Resources:
Contact Info:

James Jonkman

Princess Margaret Hospital

610 University Ave., Room 7-327

Toronto, ON M5G2M9 - Canada

www.aomf.ca

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Description:

The Advanced Optical Microscopy Facility (AOMF) is centrally located in the Discovery District in Toronto, Ontario, serving University Health Network as well as external academic and industrial users. It is the largest microscopy facility in Canada with instruments at Princess Margaret Hospital and Toronto General Hospital. With over 30 instruments and 4 staff members, the AOMF is equipped to help you with nearly any optical microscopy application including: confocal, multiphoton, FRAP, FRET, live-cell, timelapse, spectral unmixing, in-vivo bioluminescence and fluorescence, whole-slide scanning, 3D rendering, colocalization and more.

We offer:
- Free consultations to determine which microscopes would best suit your application
- Comprehensive training and support on our various instruments
- Full-service image capture and analysis (a great way to get started quickly)
- High-resolution whole slide scanning service for histology slides
- Practical courses on microscopy, including one-on-one hands-on sessions (eg: Fundamentals of Microscopy) and larger workshops tailored to your group's applications
- Software and training for image processing and quantification

This facility provides services outside its institution

This facility provides consulting outside its institution

Last updated:

03/04/2013