Core Facilities

A large part of cutting-edge medical research relies on state-of-the-art technology. Equally important is experience in the operation of such large-scale equipment and expertise in the evaluation and interpretation of the data obtained. The Faculty of Medicine operates a large number of large-scale devices that are used partly or entirely for research. Researching physicians, biologists, chemists, bioinformaticians and technicians use this equipment.

Two photon microscope at a core facility

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Flow cytometry

Technology
Flow cytometry is a standard method in biomedical research. Different properties of a cell can be recorded simultaneously using multi-colored laser light. Some flow cytometers can sort the analyzed cells so that the cells of a certain type can then be processed separately. These are also referred to as preparative cell sorters or FACS devices.
Core Facilities
Core Facility Flow Cytometry LMU university hospital

Core Facility Flow Cytometry LMU Biomedical Center Munich

Core Facility Cell Sorting and Flow Cytometrie Institute of Cardivascular Prevention

Core Facility Flow Cytometry LMU Gene Center Munich

Mass spectrometry

Technology
In a mass spectrometer, the ingredients of a sample are separated and recognized according to their specific molecular weight. This means that the composition of a sample can be determined very precisely and examined for the smallest traces of certain substances without the need for complex chemical analyses.
Core Facilities
Core Facilty Mass Spectrometry LMU university hospital

Protein Analysis Unit LMU Biomedical Center Munich

Core Facilty Proteomics LMU Gene Center

Imaging

Technology
Imaging techniques play a major role in scientific research. State-of-the-art microscopy methods enable us to gain a better understanding of biological processes. Various technologies are used, such as two-photon laser scanning microscopy and confocal fluorescence microscopy.
Core Facilities
Core Facility Advanced Imaging LMU university hospital

Core Facility Sectional Imaging LMU university hospital

Core Facility Bioimaging LMU Biomedical Center Munich

Core Facility Microscopy Imaging Institute of Cardiovascular Prevention

Core Facility Bioimaging LMU Gene Center Munich

Sequencing

Technology
Not even in computer technology is progress as rapid as in the field of sequencing. While decoding the first human genome cost billions and took years, today standard sequencers deliver a whole number of sequences almost automatically and in parallel - at the price of a more expensive MRI. It is therefore all the more important for a large research institution to benefit from the advantages of the new generations of equipment, but also to preserve the know-how built up through the technology cycles.
Core Facilities
Next Generation Sequencing LMU Gene Center Munich

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