The Biomolecular Research Core Facility (BRCF) has a comprehensive collection of instrumentation for the characterization of biomolecules and their role in a variety of processes. Instrumentation is accessible to internal and external customers. Available instrumentation focuses on mass spec, histology, imaging, and protein biochemistry.
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Facilities and Services
BRC Facility Personnel
| Names | Positions | Phone | Room # | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xinzhu Pu | Biomolecular Research Core Facility Co- Core Director, Mass Spectrometry, Associate Research Professor | 208-426-2233 | shinpu@boisestate.edu | MA205C |
| Cynthia Keller-Peck | Biomolecular Research Core Facility Co-Core Director, Histology and Microscopy Principal Research Scholar | 208-426-2254 | ckpeck@boisestate.edu | MA205B |
| Laura Bond | Assistant Research Professor, Bioinformatics Coordinator, and Biostatistician | 208-426-1438 | lbond@boisestate.edu | — |
| Stephanie Tuft | Research Technician | 208-353-5280 | StephanieTuft@boisestate.edu | Science 241 |
| Luke Woodbury | Research Technician, Biomolecular Characterization Manager | 208-426-6445 | lukewoodbury@boisestate.edu | MA205B |
| Hailey Burgoyne | Bioprinting Lab Manager | — | haileyburgoyne@boisestate.edu | MCMR 131 |
| Sean Howard | Biomechanics and Mechanobiology Manager | 208-997-8695 | seanhoward@boisestate.edu | MEC302QC |
| Vanessa Bowman | Research Assistant | — | vanessabowman420@boisestate.edu | MA205 |
| Kali Woods | Research Associate | — | KaliWoods@boisestate.edu | MA205 |
BRC Rates and Services
Biomolecular Research Center Assistance Rates
| Service | Boise State Internal Rate | Non Profit Rate | Commercial Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistance from Student Staff | $34.00/hour | $47.77/hour | $100.00/hour |
| Assistance from Senior Staff | $58.00/hour | $81.49/hour | $150.00/hour |
Biomechanics and Mechanobiology Lab
| Service | Unit | BSU Internal Rate | Non-Profit Rate | Commercial Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skyscan MicroCT System Use & Training | per instrument hour | $50.00 | $70.75 | $100.00 |
| Flexcell | per instrument hour | $4.00 | $5.66 | $25.00 |
| Cell Culture Suite | per instrument hour | $3.25 | $4.60 | $25.00 |
| Zeiss LSM900 Confocal Microscope | per instrument hour | $28.00 | $39.62 | $75.00 |
| Simulated Microgravity | per instrument hour | $2.75 | $3.89 | $25.00 |
| Labor | per labor hour | $75.00 | $106.13 | $150.00 |
Biomolecular Characterization
| Service | Unit | BSU Internal Rate | Non-Profit Rate | Commercial Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectroscopy to Circular Dichroism Spectroscopy | Machine Hour | $21.59 | $30.55 | $75.00 |
Histology
| Description | Service Provided | BSU User | Non-Profit | Commercial |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tissue Decalcification | Decalcification of Bone with EDTA or Immunocal | $8.00/sample | $11.32/sample | $20.00/sample |
| Snap-freezing tissue | Grossing, snap-freezing tissues in embedding molds with OCT | $10.00/sample | $14.15/sample | $25.00/sample |
| Leica Cryostat | Sectioning Frozen Tissues | $35.00/hour | $49.53/hour | $75.00/hour |
| Paraffin Embedding | Grossing, cassetting, and embedding tissues in Paraffin | $10.00/sample | $14.15/sample | $25.00/sample |
| Leica Microtome | Thin sections of paraffin-embedded tissues | $25.00/hour | $35.38/hour | $65.00/hour |
| Leica Vibratome | Thick sectioning of tissues | $23.00/hour | $32.55/hour | $45.00/hour |
| Chromogenic Tissue Stains | Chromogenic stains (e.g., H&E) and coverslipping of slides | $7.00/slide | $9.91/slide | $15.00/slide |
| DAPI Staining | Staining slides/tissues with DAPI for fluorescent imaging | $5.00/sample | $7.08/sample | $15.00/slide |
Imaging
| Description | Service Provided | BSU User | Non-Profit | Commercial |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leica Stellaris 5 Confocal Microscope | Confocal imaging of cells and tissues | $40.00/hour | $56.60/hour | $85.00/hour |
| Leica DMi8 Widefield Microscope-DAYS | Brightfield and fluorescent imaging of cells and tissues | $23.00/hour | $32.55/hour | $50.00/hour |
| Leica DMi8 Widefield Microscope-NIGHTS | Brightfield and fluorescent imaging of cells and tissues | $11.00/hour | $15.57/hour | $30.00/hour |
| Leica Fluorescent Stereomicroscope | Low-power monochrome or color stereoscopic imaging | $21.00/hour | $29.72/hour | $45.00/hour |
| Image Analysis Workstation | Open-source software for analysis of imaging data sets | $8.00/hour | $11.32/hour | $15.00/hour |
Mass Spectrometry
| Description | Service Provided | BSU User | Non-Profit | Commercial |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tryptic Protein Digestion | Sample Preparation | $8.07/sample | $11.42/sample | $20.00/sample |
| LC-MS Shotgun Proteomics Analysis | Mass Spec Analysis | $86.90/sample | $122.96/sample | $200.00/sample |
| MS Analysis by Direct Infusion | Mass Spec Analysis | $34.60/sample | $48.96/sample | $120.00/sample |
| LC_MS analysis of Metabolites or Intact Proteins | Mass Spec Analysis | $63.12/sample | $89.31/sample | $150.00/sample |
| MALDI Protein Molecular Weight Determination | MALDI Protein MW | $23.20/sample | $32.83/sample | $80.00/sample |
| MALDI Small Molecule Analysis | MALDI SMA | $20.44/sample | $28.92/sample | $60.00/sample |
| MALDI Tissue Imaging | MALDI MSI | $109.19/sample | $154.50/sample | $300.00/sample |
| MALDI Peptide Mass Fingerprinting | MALDI PMF | $28.06/sample | $39.70/sample | $100.00/sample |
Cell Culture / Molecular Biology
| Description | BSU User | Non-Profit | Commercial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biosafety Cabinets – Utilization | $26.81/hour | $37.94/hour | $50.00/hour |
| Electric Cell-substrate Impedance Sensing (ECIS) | $10.80/run | $15.28/run | $100.00/run |
| Isotope 15N Label Prep (500mL) | $114.29/experiment | $161.72/experiment | $400.00/experiment |
| Isotope 15N/13C Label Prep (500mL) | $183.58/experiment | $259.77/experiment | $600.00/experiment |
| LB Prep (500mL) | $82.07/experiment | $116.13/experiment | $250.00/experiment |
| LiCor Odyssey | $10.80/scan | $15.28/scan | $15.75/scan |
| Ni NTA purification | $111.23/experiment | $157.39/experiment | $300.00 /experiment |
| Plasmid MaxiPrep | $47.17/experiment | $66.75/experiment | $200.00/experiment |
| Sample Prep for Plasmid Propagation from Cell Stock | $20.30/experiment | $28.72/experiment | $65.00/experiment |
| Sample Prep for Plasmid Propagation from Plasmid Stock | $26.35/experiment | $37.29/experiment | $75.00/experiment |
| Sample Prep for Soluble Protein Expression Test | $128.66/experiment | $182.05/experiment | $350.00/experiment |
The BRC has Three Service Fee Groups
- BSU-Boise State University users (faculty, staff, and students )
- Non-Profit– Other Academic or Federally funded users
- Commercial– Commercial for-profit entity users
*Cost Schedules for all equipment will be reviewed regularly and rates adjusted