Research at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) is supported by two institutional core facilities: Core B and Core C. These facilities offer advanced technologies, state-of-the-art equipment, valuable resources and faculty expertise to advance the development of groundbreaking research at UNR Med.
The Transgenic Animal Genotyping and Phenotyping Core collaborates with investigators to provide services, consultation, training and technical support for evaluating transgenic animal genotyping and cardiovascular phenotyping research. This facility is under the direction of Yumei Feng Earley, Ph.D., and conducts cardiovascular research to facilitate the development of novel drugs for the treatment of diseases. The goal of Core B is to offer major cardiovascular phenotyping techniques including: continuous blood pressure, heart rate, ECG monitoring by radio telemetry system, in vivo calcium imaging and optogenetics in live free-moving mice, echocardiography and laser doppler blood flow recording.
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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.
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Our research facilities at UNR Med offer a comprehensive suite of cutting-edge equipment across multiple specialized areas to support a wide range of scientific investigations. From high-resolution imaging systems and advanced molecular analysis tools to cell culture and histology workstations, each facility is designed to meet the needs of complex research projects.
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.
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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 health care 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.
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The Nevada Proteomics Center works closely with Nevada INBRE to offer services and support to their network of partners. Nevada INBRE, part of the IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence, is a National Institutes of Health (NIH) program that helps traditionally underfunded states build biomedical infrastructure and expand biomedical research and educational opportunities. Nevada INBRE’s scientific core services awards are vital in supporting the services offered by the Nevada Proteomics Center.