James B. Hank Research Facility
James B. Hank Research Facility
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The James B. Hank Research Facility, or Hank Lab, provides resources for both research and teaching and also houses the UNDERC offices. Remodeled in 1994, this 8500-square-foot facility has everything the discerning scientist needs.
There are 9 research laboratories, each equipped with
- 4-ft. hoods
- chemical resistant countertops and seamless flooring
- 18 megaohm RO water
- hot and cold water
- gas / compressed air / vacuum hookups
- 110v and 220v electrical outlets, centrally protected from power surges
- electrical outlets connected to an emergency power generator
- high-speed internet access via a wireless network or through Ethernet connections
In addition, common use equipment is available, including
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- a general laboratory/classroom, which can accommodate 32 students. There is also space dedicated to environmental science instruction.
- liquid scintillation counter
- gas chromatograph
- autoclave
- fluorometer
- spectrophotometer
- centrifuge
- PCR thermocycler
- micropipettes
- horizontal and vertical gel rigs with a power source
- -80C freezer
- -20C freezers
- drying ovens
- muffle furnace
- compound and dissecting microscopes
- a computer laboratory, with 8 computers and one laser printer
- a smaller lecture room that can accommodate 20 students
- an analytical chemistry laboratory
- a researcher conference room
- a modest library