Omics Core Lab

The Institute for Translational Research

A highly automated wet lab with custom robotic liquid handling systems.

unicorn machine that handles samples automatically

Home to the UNICORN system that comprises start-to-finish liquid handling capabilities of up to 2K per week.

The ITR Wet Lab consists of approximately 10,000 square feet and has all of the basic laboratory equipment to complete the proposed studies as part of the Omics Core. The Omics core has multiple NIH-funded grants focused on AD and ADRDs and serves as a resource to numerous research groups across the globe. This core serves as the HABS-HD Biorepository and conducts all HABS-HD targeted proteomic & genomic studies.

The Omics Core currently contains over 500,000 blood aliquots stored from cases and controls, and the lab has assayed over 30,000 serum and plasma samples on the current equipment in the last 24-months. The ITR laboratory is highly automated with state-of-the-art equipment to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

freezers and scientist walking by

samples in machine

Omics Core Lab Overview

The ITR Omics Core consists of 2 faculty (Director, Associate Director) and 6 full-time staff, which includes a lab manager, a QA/QC manager, a biorepository keeper and dedicated proteomic assay staff (utilizing automated equipment). The QA/QC manager monitors all assays independently, in real-time, to ensure the highest quality possible.

500,000Blood aliquots stored

2,000Samples processed per week

30,000Samples processed total

10,000 sq. ftFacility size

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This one-of-a-kind system allows for complex runs to be conducted, including multiplatform processing simultaneously.

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Omics Lab Staff

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