Rajiv & Swati Lall Microbiology & Biochemistry Lab

The Rajiv & Swati Lall Microbiology and Biochemistry Lab at UW-Stout offers hands-on learning, preparing students for careers in science and industry.
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The Rajiv & Swati Lall Microbiology and Biochemistry Lab at the University of Wisconsin-Stout is dedicated to providing students with practical, hands-on learning experiences. As a Biosafety Level 2 facility, the lab ensures a safe environment for students to work with biohazards, preparing them for successful careers in science and industry. Thanks to the generous support of Rajiv and Swati Lall, the lab empowers students to become the next generation of microbiologists and biochemists through real-world applications and academic research.

Students engage in lecture in the microbiology lab.

The Rajiv & Swati Lall Microbiology and Biochemistry Lab at UW-Stout features state-of-the-art equipment, including high-speed centrifuges for precise cell separation, gel electrophoresis systems for protein analysis, and environmental chambers for controlled bacterial growth. Advanced microscopes with up to 1000x magnification and fluorescence capabilities support detailed cellular studies. This cutting-edge technology ensures students gain essential hands-on experience, preparing them for advanced research and professional careers.

Lab Equipment

Centrifuge
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Centrifuge

Centrifuges allow precise separation of mixture components, essential for blood analysis, cell sedimentation, and virus purification.

Hot Air Ovens
Hot Air Ovens

Hot Air Ovens

The hot air ovens provide reliable dry heat sterilization and controlled heating, central for microbiology and pharmaceutical applications.

Gel Electrophoresis System
Gel Electrophoresis Systems

Gel Electrophoresis System

Our gel electrophoresis systems enable the precise separation and analysis of proteins by forcing them through a gel matrix based on size, essential for molecular biology research and diagnostics.

Moisture Analyzer
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Moisture Analyzer

Our moisture analyzers accurately measure moisture content in samples, ensuring quality and stability in food science and pharmaceuticals.

Fermenter
Fermenter

Fermenter

A fermenter is used to control pH and oxygenation levels during the growth of bacterial cultures. This equipment supports processes such as fermentation and is often used in both research and industrial applications.

Analytical Balances
Analytical Balances

Analytical Balance

Analytical balances deliver precise mass measurements, vital for accurate quantitative chemical analysis in research.

Floor-Standing Centrifuge
Sorvall LYNX 6000 Centrifuge

Floor-Standing Centrifuge

The Sorvall LYNX 6000 Centrifuge offers high-capacity and high-speed sample processing, essential for large-scale cell culture, blood separation, and other high-volume applications.

Environmental Chamber/Incubator
Environmental Chamber

Environmental Chamber/Incubator

Our environmental chambers maintain precise temperature and humidity for optimal growth of cell cultures and biological samples, essential for research and experimentation.


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PHOTO ESSAY: A New Histology Lab

Discover biological and biomedical student research on the microscopic level
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PHOTO ESSAY: A Fish Tale

Discover what Ichthyology students encounter on Lake Superior shores
Students from across country address water quality issues in Red Cedar watershed with UW-Stout mentors Featured Image

Students from across country address water quality issues in Red Cedar watershed with UW-Stout mentors

LAKES researchers to present on dynamics of water quality, community efforts to protect it on Aug. 8 at Raw Deal in Menomonie