IMBL Level 1 Labs

A set of small labs for the Imaging and Medical Beam Line (IMBL) designed to undertake tissue culture lab work, basic clinical sampling and analysis. Features class II BSC, CO₂ incubators, centrifuges, fluorescence microscope and plate reader. Cold equipment is available including ULT freezer, ice machine, *dry ice and liquid nitrogen (small volumes).

*Use must be discussed in advance of EA submission with beamline scientists and lab staff.

Requires booking in advance (>4 weeks).

Note: Dry ice should be arranged by the user group - discuss with lab staff if this is not possible.

Use of this lab in advance of or post-beamtime site allowance (more than 2 days) will require an extended access lab EA

Cell Waste treated with antibiotics

Any liquid waste containing antibiotics should be decanted into the designated waste bottles for autoclaving (denaturing).

Waste for autoclave cannot contain bleach or large amounts of alcohol-based solvents. Ensure waste label is filled out with contents.

Any liquid waste that has not been treated with antibiotics can have bleach added to denature and once >15mins has elapsed, flushed down the sink with water.

Ask lab staff for assistance if unsure.

Samples/packaging/chemicals brought onsite must be removed from this lab and returned to your home institute following the conclusion of lab use.

Minor waste (e.g. paper towel) can be disposed of in the clinical waste bin near the door, serological pipette tips must go in designated bins provided. All sharp items must go in a sharps container.

Some dedicated liquid waste containers can be provided (e.g. formalin; crystal violet etc.) but must be discussed prior to EA approval.

Ask lab staff for assistance if unsure.

Autoclaving is available if sterilization (e.g. tips) is required - include in your EA, additional training is required.