Elevate your research in world-class facilities
The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) is home to various state-of-the-art research facilities. These research centers serve as hubs for collaboration, innovation, scientific discovery and advancing the future of healthcare.
The Center for Molecular & Cellular Signal Transduction in the Cardiovascular System
UNR Med received Phase II funding of $11 million, for a second five-year installation of the grant from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for a Center of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBRE) to study molecular and cellular signals regulating the cardiovascular system. This grant established Nevada's first cardiovascular-focused basic science center, supporting groundbreaking research in the field.
Translational Research Center
The Translational Research Center advances innovative medical research by providing expertise and a wide variety of resources. Led by the Associate Dean of Clinical Research, the center supports clinical, translational and biomedical research pursuits for faculty and students. The centralized research space is staffed with a team of specialists to support medical research at UNR Med and Renown Health.
Biobank
The TRC-supported Biobank collects deidentified clinical specimens such as blood, urine and FFPE tissue for use in translational biomedical research, enabling investigators to explore disease mechanisms, identify potential biomarkers and evaluate novel diagnostics and therapeutics. Services, rates, sample request form and more at the link below.
Cell Analysis Core Facility
The Cell Analysis Core Facility (CACF) is a shared resources facility that offers analytical fluorescence-based flow cytometry and cell sorting and spatial omics. CACF’s mission is to facilitate scientific progress at UNR Med by providing researchers with state-of-the-art resources and support to advance their research.
Biosafety Level 3 Lab
The Biosafety Level 3 Lab (BSL-3) is designed for researchers studying infectious agents. This lab is only available to University faculty who have had their protocols reviewed by Institutional Biosafety Committee.
Transgenic Animal Genotyping and Phenotyping
The Transgenic Animal Genotyping and Phenotyping Core (Core B) provides centralized services, consultation, training and technical support to advance transgenic animal genotyping and cardiovascular, metabolic and behavioral phenotyping research. By offering a range of techniques – including continuous blood pressure and heart rate monitoring, surface ECG, echocardiography, in vivo calcium imaging, metabolic assessment and behavioral testing – Core B supports the success of cardiovascular and metabolic research and the development of novel therapies. This shared resource collaborates with investigators to ensure access to critical tools and expertise that drive discovery.
High Spatial and Temporal Resolution Imaging
The High Spatial and Temporal Resolution Imaging Core (HSTRI) performs state-of-the-art high spatial and temporal resolution imaging methodologies for studying cellular structure, signaling pathways and function in health and disease. Recent microscopy advances have produced a new generation of instruments and molecular tools that enable biomedical researchers to investigate the relationships between structure and function in biological systems with unprecedented spatial and temporal resolution. These modern technologies allow visualization of the ultrastructure of cells and how it impacts localized signaling pathways. HSTRI trains, educates and advises investigators in the use of these new technologies to maximize the Core's impact on cardiovascular research.
Nevada Genomics Center
The Nevada Genomics Center is a state-of-the-art facility that is revolutionizing the study of genomes through advanced biomedical research. Located on the University of Nevada, Reno campus, our fully-staffed facility is equipped with the latest technologies and instruments to serve both academic and industry researchers. A team of experts is available to support investigators at every stage of their research in the function and structure of genomes. Our services support a range of options and sequencing yield, from pilot projects to intensive, data-rich projects.
Nevada Proteomics Center
The Mick Hitchcock, Ph.D., Nevada Proteomics Center offers high quality mass spectral proteomic analysis using the latest technologies and techniques. We aim to make our services accessible to both public and private entities including research faculty, students and healthcare professionals. Our team provides insight into the physiological state of cells to expand research on immune response and underlying health conditions. Our goal is to assist investigators with qualitative and quantitative proteomic analysis to gain a greater understanding of physiological pathways, molecular interactions and regulatory signaling.