Robotics
Automated Liquid Handling (Robotics)
Introduction
Virtually any liquid handling procedure (pipetting, diluting, dispensing) can be automated
with the Core Facility's Eppendorf EPMotion 5070 robot. It is quick and easy to use
- simply chose one of the numerous available protocols and it will automatically perform
the task, saving valuable time and increasing your laboratory's productivity. Its
pipetting accuracy and reproducibility rival that of a technical expert, but for certain
protocols it can be > 10x FASTER. In short, the robot is designed to act as an efficient
helper, freeing up the lab personnel to accomplish more challenging experiments, thus
increasing overall laboratory productivity.
Available Automated Assays
-Molecular Biology: QPCR plate setup, DNA sequencing, removal of dye terminators.
-Immunology: ELISA, RIA, EIA
-Biochemistry : protein assays, enzyme assays, sample quantification and normalization.
-Additional assay protocols can be downloaded or designed for your specific needs.
To use the robot:
- You must be trained by a member of the MBCF staff
- To schedule training: Contact us at (423) 439-8096 or via email at mbcf@etsu.edu.
Equipment use fee:
- Full Plate: $20
- Half Plate: $12
- Eppendorf Tips: $18/box