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Histology, Biochemistry, and Molecular Imaging Core

Mission Statement:

The primary mission of the HBMI Core is to provide efficient and high quality histological, biochemical, cellular, and molecular services to investigators throughout the Center for Musculoskeletal Research using both tissue and cellular models. The HBMI Core also provides cutting-edge histomorphometric and molecular imaging and analysis services.

Services include:

• Paraffin, plastic, and frozen tissue processing, embedding, and sectioning.
• Histological staining.
• Guidance and support for standardized Immunohistochemistry (IHC) and In Situ Hybridization (ISH).
• Optimization of new IHC and ISH protocols.
• Guidance and support for histomorphometric and molecular imaging analysis.
• Development and support of various primary cell culture models and biochemical assays.

Service Providers:

Sarah Mack, Lab Tech V (Histology)	Kathy Maltby, Lab Tech IV (Histology)
Ashish Thomas, M.S. (IHC/ISH/Histomorphometry)	Anthony Mirando, M.S. (Primary Cell Models)

Personnel (not pictured): Abbie Turner

Equipment Scheduling:

Microtome Signup (Calendar)

ISH Procedure Signup (Calendar)

IHC Procedure Signup (Calendar)