ICBR Enhances DNA Sequencing Capabilities with the Illumina NovaSeq X Plus The ICBR Next Generation DNA Sequencing Core is thrilled to announce the introduction of the Illumina NovaSeq X Plus DNA sequencing platform! This revolutionary system brings a multitude of advantages, including enhanced throughput, reduced run times, and uncompromised sequencing... Read More
Signaling Molecules Help Plants Fight Microbes – ICBR Scientists Contribute to Groundbreaking Research Scientists from the University of Florida Interdisciplinary Center for Biotechnology Research (ICBR) have made a significant contribution to a study published in the journal Nature Communications that advances our understanding of plant immune response. The research study... Read More
Veterans Day: ICBR Closure on November 10th Please note that the ICBR will be closed on November 10th in observation of Veterans Day. Kindly be aware that we will not be able to accept any packages or samples during this time. We will resume regular operations on the following business... Read More
High School Students Dive into Biotech at the UF Interdisciplinary Center for Biotechnology Research Last week, high school students from Mount Dora Christian Academy visited the Interdisciplinary Center for Biotechnology Research (ICBR). During their visit, they explored the expansive world of biotechnology and they learned about the ICBR’s pivotal role... Read More
The UF Interdisciplinary Center for Biotechnology Research Acquires the Leica Stellaris 8 Spectral Confocal Microscope The Interdisciplinary Center for Biotechnology Research (ICBR) at the University of Florida is excited to announce the recent addition of the Leica Stellaris 8 spectral confocal microscope to its Cytometry core. This state-of-the-art instrument promises... Read More
Homecoming: ICBR Closure on October 6th Please note that the ICBR will be closed on October 6th for Homecoming. Kindly be aware that we will not be able to accept any packages or samples during this time. We will resume regular operations on the following business day. Thank you for... Read More
Dr. David Moraga: 30 Years of Advancing Scientific Excellence at ICBR David Moraga, PhD, the NextGen Sequencing director at the ICBR, is retiring after 30 years of service. Since 1993, Dr. Moraga has played a vital role in advancing the center’s mission of providing cutting-edge scientific technology and research support... Read More
Labor Day Notice: ICBR Closed on September 4th Please note that the ICBR will be closed on September 4th in observance of Labor Day. Kindly be aware that we will not be able to accept any packages or samples during this time. We will resume regular operations on the following... Read More
ICBR Closed Wednesday, August 30th for Tropical Storm Idalia Due to Tropical Storm Idalia, the ICBR will close beginning at noon on (8/29) through Wednesday (8/30). We will not be accepting packages or samples during this time. The university expects to make an announcement on Wednesday regarding the resumption of... Read More
BD FACSAria Fusion Has Arrived at ICBR Cytometry The BD FACSAria Fusion cell sorter has UV, Violet, Blue, Yellow/Green and Red lasers and can detect up to 18 colors. This instrument can simultaneously sort 4 different populations into 1.5, 5 or 15 mL tubes or 96-well plates. BD FACSAria Fusion... Read More