UZH IncubatorLab
Overview of lab equipment
30.07.2025
Andreea Cretu & Annina Frei
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The UZH IncubatorLab offers access to a core inventory of shared lab equipment. Below, you’ll find a selection of specialized devices with details and photos as well as information about various additional equipment.�For a complete list of the complete lab infrastructure, contact us.
�(We regularly update our inventory. For specific questions, contact our Lab Manager: incubatorlab@irem.uzh.ch)
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Specialized equipment overview - learn more by clicking on labels
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Range of basic equipment including
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Stereomicroscope
Plate Reader
Nanodrop OneC
Thermocycler
qPCR detection
Gel Imager
MaxQ Shaker
Centrifuges
Precision Balance
Nucleocounter
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Range of basic equipment including
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Silicone Mixer
Spectrophotometer
Incubator
Qubit Fluorometer
Consumables
And more
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Freezers: IL 56, IL 7 - IL 15
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Location: WAD-M-129
PHCBI Vitaris -86 degrees
LGUex -9 to -26°C
Location: WAD-M-102, under benches
LKUexv +3 to +8°C
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Specialized equipment specifications
Overview of specialized equipment specifications and short descriptions
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Thermo Fisher ION GENESTUDIO S5 & ION CHEF (IL 80, IL 81)
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Location: WAD-M-126
Acquisition date: 2020
Overview
Description
Ion Genestudio System: used to analyze genetic data, specifically DNA and RNA sequencing data. Designed to help researchers identify genetic variations, such as single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), insertions and deletions (indels), and structural variations, in the genome.
Ion Chef System: used for the preparation of DNA libraries for NGS. Designed to automate the process of library preparation (fragmenting the DNA, adding adapters to the ends of the fragments, amplifying the resulting libraries using PCR). Compact and easy-to-use instrument that can help researchers and scientists streamline the process of library preparation and improve the efficiency of their NGS workflows.
Software: Ion Gene Studio
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SR Research EyeLink Portable Duo (IL 99)
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Location: WAD-M-102 Acquisition date: October 2022
Overview
Description
Eye tracking is, simply, the observation and recording of eye behaviour such as pupil dilation and movement.
DUO EyeLink Portable Duo including:
Camera: Up to 2000 Hz
Head: Stabilized
Laptop Model: 5420 Regional
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ZwickiLine Z0.5 TN materials testing machine (IL 98)
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Location: WAD-M-102
Acquisition date: June 2022
Overview
Description
Device used to help researchers understand the properties and characteristics of different materials, and to design and develop new products and technologies. Compared to the free-standing machines, this table-top machine is smaller and more compact and is often used for testing smaller specimens or materials.
Characteristics:
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3D Printer Ultimaker - S5 - Pro Bundle (IL 96, IL 97)
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Location: WAD-M-102
Acquisition date: December 2021
Overview
Description
The 3D printer provides complete professional 3D printing solution with simple setup, high uptime and reliable dual extrusion.
Characteristics:
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QIAsymphony SP (IL 74)
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Location: WAD-M-102
Acquisition date: 2021
Overview
Description
The QIAsymphony SP is a fully automated sample preparation system developed by QIAGEN. It is designed for the purification of nucleic acids (DNA, RNA) and proteins from a wide range of starting materials, including blood, tissues, cells, and bacterial or viral samples. The system can process up to 96 samples in a single run, offering high throughput and consistent results.
Key Features:
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MultiNA system (IL100)
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Location: WAD-M-127
Acquisition date: March 2024
Overview
Description
MultiNA: Microchip Electrophoresis System for DNA/RNA Analysis
This system is used to analyze the size of DNA/RNA samples, with convenient analytical operability. It achieves analysis costs on par with agarose gel electrophoresis, and can perform fully automatic analyses of up to 108 samples. Using optimized reagent kits (four types for DNA analysis and one type for RNA analysis), the system achieves a high resolution and high sensitivity. It can significantly improve the workflow for mutation checks in genome editing, and genotype determination.
Characteristics:
•Simplifies Gel Electrophoresis Quick Setup, Great Results
•No gel creation required and automated analysis of up to 108 loaded samples.
•High repeatability of predicted size values.
•High-sensitivity detection without the use of ethidium bromide.
•Viewer allows parallel display of analysis data from different times and dates.
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Pipetting robot, Opentrons OT-2 (IL 73)
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Location: WAD-M-102
Acquisition date: 2019
Overview
Description
Laboratory automation system designed to automate the process of pipetting, or transferring small volumes of liquid. It is a compact and easy-to-use system that can be used to perform a variety of pipetting tasks, including serial dilutions, plate replication, and reagent addition. Equipped with a robotic arm and a number of interchangeable pipetting tips, which allows it to handle a variety of liquid volumes and containers. It is also equipped with software that allows users to program and control the robot's movements and actions.
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Rotavapor (IL 63 + IL 64)
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Location: WAD-M-127
Acquisition date: January 2019
Overview
Description
The Rotavapor R-300 represents high reliability and convenience in laboratory rotary evaporation applications. It provides precise control over process parameters, including temperature, rotation speed, and pressure, making it ideal for solvent removal, distillation, and concentration of samples in various scientific fields. Its user-friendly interface and ergonomic design enhance convenience and reproducibility in laboratory settings.
Components:
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Qiagen TissueLyser II (IL 45)
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Location: WAD-M-102
Acquisition date: 2018
Overview
Description
Instrument used to homogenize and disrupt tissues and cells. It uses a high-speed shaking motion to mechanically break down tissues and cells, making it possible to extract DNA, RNA, proteins, and other biomolecules from them for further analysis. Equipped with a variety of different grinding and lysis kits that are optimized for different types of tissues and cells, allowing users to customize their lysis protocols to suit their specific needs.
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Mettler Toledo Melting Point, Digital, Advanced, SMP30 (IL 86)
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Location: WAD-M-102
Acquisition date:
Overview
Description
Instrument used to determine the melting point of a substance. It works by heating a sample of the substance in a capillary tube, and measuring the temperature at which the sample melts or transitions from a solid to a liquid.
Characteristics
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Contact Information���Annina Frei, Lab Manager UZH IncubatorLab �incubatorlab@irem.uzh.ch���University of Zurich, Campus Schlieren, Institute for Regenerative Medicine · IREM�Wagistrasse 12, 8952 Schlieren�UZH IncubatorLab
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