Core Research Facilities, UMass Lowell

Looking for a hands-on opportunity to boost your career in science or engineering? ?? The CRF Career Learning Experience Internship offers third- and fourth-year University of Massachusetts Lowell students the chance to rotate between various research labs. Learn from expert lab managers, improve your technical skills, and even give a presentation to showcase your growth! Apply by March 10:?https://lnkd.in/ey3z6s-f

Meet Canal Biosciences Inc., a company transforming?precision medicine?with the help of the?Core Research Facility (CRF)?at?University of Massachusetts Lowell. With direct access to CRF's latest sequencing technologies and key peripheral equipment like?Tapestation?and?qPCR, Canal is accelerating their?liquid biopsy?innovation. What sets Canal apart is their ability to?collect sequencing data in record time, thanks to CRF’s fast turnaround and real-time support. Having?direct communication with the CRF team?means Canal can walk into the lab, troubleshoot, and collaborate instantly—speeding up their research and driving faster results. How CRF is making a difference for Canal: ???Access to cutting-edge sequencing tools?and peripherals ??Rapid data turnaround, allowing faster insights ???Real-time collaboration—no delays, just hands-on support “CRF has made a real difference in how quickly we can collect and analyze sequencing data. The ability to walk into the lab and have a conversation with the team has been invaluable," shares founder & CEO of Canal Biosciences, Yu Zheng. With CRF’s support, Canal is on track to?commercialize?their next-gen sequencing kits, making a big impact on?precision medicine. Ready to advance your biotech research??Reach out to?Justin Moreau?and the CRF team today!

Looking to gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge research labs? The CRF Career Learning Experience Internship Program gives you the chance to rotate between labs like Microscopy, Nanofabrication, and Next Generation Sequencing. Not only will you develop technical skills, but you’ll also learn valuable lab management techniques. If you're a third- or fourth-year science or engineering major at University of Massachusetts Lowell, apply by March 10! Learn more and apply now:?https://lnkd.in/evnmSnBr

University of Massachusetts Lowell’s NanoFabrication Core is taking a giant leap forward! We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve just acquired two new PlasmaLab ICP systems from Oxford Instruments plc. ? These state-of-the-art systems use plasma as a “microscopic sandblaster” to etch materials with nanometer precision – essential for fabricating devices only a few nanometers wide (a far cry from a human hair’s 60,000–100,000 nanometers). ? With over 40 advanced pieces of equipment already in our lab, this upgrade further enhances our research capabilities and opens up new opportunities for technology, medicine, and environmental monitoring. ? Learn more about this exciting partnership: https://lnkd.in/eU4YHb8M

For researchers like Mert Gezek, EDS isn’t just a tool — it’s the driving force behind his research breakthroughs. ?? Meet Mert, a Ph.D. student in Biomedical Engineering & Biotechnology at University of Massachusetts Lowell, specializing in the biofabrication of tissue scaffolds. His cutting-edge research leverages 3D bioprinting, biomaterials, and organ-on-chip devices to push the boundaries of tissue engineering. At the core of his work? EDS (Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy). Mert uses the CRF's EDS extensively to analyze drug-loaded tissue scaffolds, ensuring they meet the highest chemical, mechanical, and biological standards for tissue engineering applications. With EDS, Mert dives deep into the atomic-level composition of his materials— eliminating guesswork and delivering precise data that powers his innovations. His projects include 3D printing, bioprinting, and electrospinning to create scaffolds that promote cell attachment, proliferation, and differentiation. He’s also collaborating on in vivo experiments to take his research even further. Mert’s Take:?“I highly recommend CRF for anyone looking to push their research forward. The team is always ready to support your work!” Ready to elevate your research? Learn how EDS at the CRF can help—become a user today:?https://lnkd.in/eZxjK42R

We are proud to be part of UMass Lowell’s journey in earning the prestigious Carnegie Research 1 (R1) designation. This recognition underscores the university's commitment to advancing research excellence and innovation across disciplines. As part of the Core Research Facilities, we continue to support groundbreaking work that fuels discoveries in areas like robotics, sustainability, and life sciences. Congratulations to all of our faculty, staff, and students whose dedication makes this achievement possible!

We’re excited to feature the?JEM-2100Plus LaB6 TEM, a versatile and powerful tool now available at UMass Lowell’s Core Research Facilities! This 200kV transmission electron microscope (TEM) is designed to support a wide range of applications, from advanced materials science to cutting-edge medical and biological studies. With its high-resolution imaging capabilities, the JEM-2100Plus LaB6 TEM enables researchers to explore the microscopic world with unprecedented detail, unlocking new insights across diverse fields of study. Ready to take your research to the next level??Learn more about the Microscopy Lab and become a user today:?https://lnkd.in/eZxjK42R

?? EDS Day Update – Event Cancelled! ?? Due to UMass Lowell’s closure tomorrow, February 6th, EDS Day will not take place as scheduled. But don’t worry—we’re working on rescheduling and will share a new date soon!

Meet Dilip Venugopal, the Senior Technology Manager at the Nanofabrication Lab in the CRF.?Dilip is a highly skilled professional with a deep expertise in Electrical and Computer Engineering. He earned his Master’s and PhD from the University of Missouri-Columbia, where he gained extensive experience in micro and nano fabrication. His work includes designing a microfluidic chip for trapping cancer cells from patient blood to aid cancer research, developing 3D printing techniques with perovskites for efficient lighting sources, and teaching a MEMS laboratory course, where he helped students fabricate micro mixers for fluid mixing. His dedication to teaching was recognized when he was awarded?Best Teaching Assistant of 2018?in his department. Currently, Dilip is expanding his expertise by training users at the NFL on equipment operation, furthering his knowledge beyond his foundational work in microfluidics and micro fabrication. His passion for learning and mentoring continues to drive his impactful contributions in every role he takes on. Thank you, Dilip, for your continued commitment to innovation and education!

Last chance to register for EDS Day — registration closes TODAY! ? Your chance to see EDS at its finest is happening THIS Thursday, but you must sign up by today to join! Why should you come?? ??Live demos with the Oxford Ultim Max Detector ??See EDS in action on semiconductors, biological samples, and nanoparticles ??Learn directly from Oxford Instruments NanoAnalysis Applications Specialist Chris Santeufemio And here's the kicker: exclusive event-only discounts on EDS training and service bookings! Grab your spot:?https://lnkd.in/e4kXsjns