DNA Microarray Core Facility

Instrument Services

Instrument Services

We have migrated our signup calendars into our new integrated submission and signup system. In order to access this system you will need to create an IGSP netID account (if you don't have one yet). Click here to create an IGSP netID account.

Axon Genepix Scanner (Genepix 4000B)

Genepix 4000B
  • Use of the Axon Genepix 4000B Scanner for scanning microarrays. This is a charged instrument service, please refer to pricing.
  • Online reservations are required for use of this instrument. See Instructions.
  • The scanner is located on the hallway desk by the door of our facility. (2208B CIEMAS Building). The computer can be logged in with a unique username/password that is provided with your approval notification. Please contact us if you have any questions.
  • Sign up times are only available from 8am - 5 pm daily. Please sign up for the amount of time you think you will need, estimating scanner time needed in 30 min increments.

RT-PCR (ABI 7900 HT)

RT-PCR (ABI 7900 HT)
  • Use of the ABI 7900 HT for Real-Time assays or plate reads. This is a charged instrument service, please refer to pricing.
  • First time users please email Heather Hemric to schedule a tutorial before using the machine.
  • The RT-PCR machine is located in 2196AB CIEMAS Building.
  • The 96-well block is the default configuration. The 384-well block and TLDA microfluidic card block are available but requires special scheduling.
  • Online reservations are required to schedule use of this instrument. See Instructions.

NanoDrop Spectrophotometer (ND-1000)

ND-1000
  • Use of the NanoDrop ND-1000 for concentration check. This is a FREE instrument service.
  • The nanodrop is located in the hallway opposite the door of our facility. (2208B CIEMAS Building). The computer can be logged in with valid Duke NetID username/password.
  • Instructions for use are posted to the left of the instrument. Contact our lab members if you need assistance with the nanodrop instrument.

Eppendorf Vacufuge SpeedVac

Vacufuge SpeedVac
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  • Use of the Eppendorf Vacufuge for concentrating RNA and DNA samples. This is a FREE instrument service.
  • The Vacufuge is located in the hallway opposite the door of our facility. (2208B CIEMAS Building).
  • Instructions for use are posted on top of the instrument. Contact our lab members if you need assistance with the vacufuge.