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A*STAR High Containment (BSL-3) Facility
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Established in December 2021, the A*STAR High Containment (BSL-3) Facility is a containment lab designed to facilitate work on Risk Group 3 or BATA First Schedule microorganisms that pose an increased risk of aerosols spread to the individual. Aligned to World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines, our High Containment Facility can host up to six research teams with a maximum of three researchers per containment in the same booking period.
Our High Containment Facility is open to research collaborations and can provide services such as validation of inactivation methods, advanced training in microbiological methods and good laboratory practices, consultation in biosafety and SOP development to the research ecosystem.
- Two independent zones for continuous operation with minimal disruption
- Hosts up to 6 pathogens simultaneously
- On-site BSL-2 and BSL-2e facilities
- State-of-the-art equipment: X-ray irradiator and automated nucleic acid extractor
- Advanced animal research capabilities including biocontainment, inhalation systems and imagers
Our Services
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- End-to-end support from study design to completion
- Services include: buddy service, advanced training, research collaboration, SOP development, validation of inactivation methods
- Flexible engagement models: research collaboration, service or joint lab
Advanced Equipment
AutoGene 9600 Automatic PCR Analysis System
The AutoGene 9600 Automatic PCR Analysis System is an all-in-one platform that enables true sample-in, result-out automation. This fully integrated system automates every step—from decapping and nucleic acid extraction to PCR setup, sealing, qPCR, and data analysis. With a broad assay menu and minimal hands-on time, it streamlines molecular testing and life science workflows for maximum efficiency.
For inquiries, please contact:
Manager (Biosafety Coordinator), A*STAR High Containment (BSL-3) Facility
Email: astar_bsl3@a-star.edu.sg
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