DNA Facility
instrumentation facilities
DNA Facility
The DNA Facility’s team of dedicated experts is committed to providing researchers with the tools, assistance and knowledge needed to achieve research goals for genomics and molecular biology research projects. The Facility turns cells, tissues, DNA or RNA into custom data sets that facilitate visualization of specific sequences, the assembly of whole genomes or epigenomes, the evaluation of transcriptomes or the identification of organisms in a diverse population through metagenomic applications.
FACILITY CONTACT INFORMATION
Manager: David Wright
Room#: 1190 Molecular Biology Building
Services Available
- Sanger Sequencing
- Next Generation Long Read Library Preparation and Sequencing
- Next Generation Short Read Library Preparation and Sequencing
- DNA Fragmentation
- DNA and RNA Analysis
- DNA and RNA Extraction
- qPCR
- Genomic Short Read Elimination
- Sample concentration
- Tissue or seed grinding
Expert Staff. Advanced Instrumentation.
A trusted partner for your research needs.
Available to the Iowa State University research community and to scientists across the globe.
Expertise in a wide range of techniques using cutting edge equipment
No charge for consultation, troubleshooting, or questions
Willingness to work with clients to meet their goals
Quick turnaround time
Facility Spotlight
Customer Support
The DNA Facility offers extensive customer support while working to meet the unique requirements of each project. Facility staff members each have over two decades of experience with DNA, RNA or genomics, and use this knowledge to deliver tailored services and invaluable guidance that enhances research project success rates.
Service Spotlight
Sanger Sequencing
A variety of options are available for Sanger sequencing. The Full-Service option includes reprocessing to optimize reaction conditions for improved sequence length or quality (ie BigDye chemistry, changing thermocycling conditions, changing primers, etc). The no-redo option provides a cost effective alternative for researchers who only require a single run. Clients with large numbers of samples and well characterized templates can take advantage of bulk pricing in 96-well format through the high throughput option.
Service Spotlight
Metagenomics
We provide a number of options for metagenomic library preparation, including shotgun metagenomic and shotgun metatranscriptomic sequencing as well as traditional 16S/18S/ITS amplicon sequencing for examination of the genetic diversity of microbial communities. Typical libraries are compatible with NovaSeq 6000 and MiSeq instrumentation. Additional options are available for Oxford Nanopore GridION sequencing.
Looking for a specific technique?
Let’s get you to the right Facility.
DNA Facility
1190 Molecular Biology Bldg
2437 Pammel Drive
Ames, Iowa 50011-1079
David Wright, Manager