FACS-Facility
Flow Cytometry Core Facility
The Core Facility, hosted by the Department of Biophysics, offers shared access to an analytical flow cytometer (BD FACSVerse™; BD Biosciences) across institutional boundaries.
Instrument Specifications:
- BD FACSVerse Typ 3, Laser 4-2-2 (BD Biosciences)
- Lasers : 488nm, 640nm, 405nm
- Workstation with FACS Suite Software
- Universal Loader for automated sample handling, compatible with 30-tube racks, 40-tube racks, and 96-well plates
The Core Facility provides the following services:
- Theoretical introduction to flow cytometry (basic knowledge)
- Training in the use of the BD FACSVerse™
- Access to the BD FACSVerse™ instrument
- Support in the selection of antibodies and flow cytometry–based experimental design
The BD FACSVerse™ was funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) and the federal state of Saarland (INST 256/423-1 FUGG) as part of the Forschungsgroßgeräte program (INST 256/423-1 FUGG, Article 91b GG).
Facility Lead and Scientific Contact
Dr. Annette Lis
Department of Biophysics
CIPMM, Building 48
Tel.: +49(0)6841/16-16318
email:
Technical Contact
Cora Hoxha
Department of Biophysics
CIPMM, Building 48
Tel.: +49(0)6841/16-16312
email:
Instrument Location
Building 48, 1st Floor, Room 01.01.17
Department of Biophysics, CIPMM
Saarland University, Campus Homburg
Access and Booking Information
After completing a training session, each user is permitted to operate the BD FACSVerse™ independently (see User Policy). Users must register in our booking system; the link will be provided after registration. After training, each user receives a personal account that must be used for all measurements on the BD FACSVerse™.
In case access requests cannot be granted due to overbooking, users are asked to contact the facility lead. In general, priority is given to the original applicants of the BD FACSVerse™.
Eligible Users
The BD FACSVerse™ flow cytometer is primarily available to the original applicants and their team members, as well as to faculty and university members, and employees of Saarland University. External users may also request access to the instrument.
User Regulations
The use of the BD FACSVerse™ is subject to User Policy.
User Fees
User fees are charged in accordance with the DFG flat rate (DFG form 55.04 – 07/24). The rate is €15 per hour during standard operation.
Disclaimer
While the Core Facility makes every effort to keep this website up to date, it cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or current relevance of the information provided.