Major instruments in the lab Agilent 1200 LC- 6560 IM-QTOF mass spectrometer - The Agilent 6560 IM-Q-TOF combines high-resolution accurate-mass spectrometry with drift-tube ion mobility, enabling separation of ions by size, shape, and charge prior to mass analysis. This added dimension improves confidence in molecular identification, including isomer discrimination and reproducible collision cross-section (CCS) measurements, making it well-suited for complex environmental and biological samples. 8860GC-5977B MS - Gas chromatography - Mass Spectrometry - The Agilent 5977B GC/MSD is a routine and reliable workhorse for environmental impurities and food testing, chemical and petrochemical analysis, as well as the analysis of forensic and pharmaceutical compounds. TissueLyser II - For medium- to high-throughput sample disruption for molecular analysis QIAcube HT - Instrument for automated mid- to high-throughput nucleic acid purification in 96-well format QIAcuity Digital PCR System - The QIAcuity Digital PCR System delivers precise and multiplexed quantification results for mutation detection, copy number variation (CNV), gene expression studies, gene editing analysis, and many more. QFX Fluorometer - The QFX is a powerful solution for all fluorometric applications where enhanced specificity or sensitivity is needed. We mainly use this instrument for quantifying nucleic acids and proteins. Iris Visible Spectrophotometer (HI801-01)—The HI801 iris is a sleek and intuitive spectrophotometer that measures all wavelengths of visible light. We mainly use this instrument for understanding nutrient fluxes (including nitrate and phosphate) and to assess water quality. BioTek Synergy HT Multi-Mode microplate reader: The Synergy HT is a single-channel absorbance, fluorescence, and luminescence microplate reader that uses a dual-optics design to perform measurements of samples in a microplate format. Absorbance Range Monochromator - 200-1000 nm; Installed Fluorescence/Lum EX Filters: 360, 485, 530, 590nm; Installed Fluorescence/Lum EM Filters: 460, 528, 590, 645nm; Temperature: Ambient - 50 °C. Multiparameter pH/ISE/EC/DO/Turbidity Waterproof Meter (HI9829)- The HI9829 is a waterproof portable logging multiparameter meter that monitors up to 14 different water quality parameters. The microprocessor-based multi-sensor probe allows for the measurement of key parameters, including pH, ORP, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, and temperature. We use this instrument for on-site measurement of physicochemical parameters. Advanced computing access GACRC - Georgia Advanced Computing Resource Center Our lab also has instruments like PCR thermocycler, BSC, and centrifuge for routine molecular biology and microbiology work. Don't hesitate to contact the PI if you want to collaborate or analyze samples in our lab.
