High-Performance Centrifuge
This document contains information about the High-Performance Centrifuge, including its function, user manual, contact information, location, oversight plan, and training plan. The equipment on this page is typically available for all users in the UW–Madison Biochemistry Department to access for their research needs.
Model
Beckman Coulter Avanti J-E High Performance Centrifuge
Function
It can be used in harvesting cells for protein purification, in protein precipitations and solubility assays, and in clarifying solutions.
Contact
Emily Zytkiewicz
zytkiewicz@wisc.edu
(608) 262-3019
Location
3rd Floor Equipment Hallway, Hector F. DeLuca Biochemical Sciences Building (440 Henry Mall)
Oversight
The Record laboratory manager, Emily Zytkiewicz, will oversee the centrifuge.
Training
Training of all new users will be provided by Emily Zytkiewicz. The amount of training needed is of course quite minimal (e.g. balancing tubes, being sure the rotor is properly attached in the chamber).