Welcome!
The Morgan State University Research Infrastructure Core (RIC) is a shared instrumentation laboratory providing a comprehensive range of services to support modern experimental biomedical research. These include advanced equipment, technical assistance, training, and supplies to initiate research in the early years of implementation. The RIC consists of the Molecular & Cellular Biology Core Laboratory (MCB) at the Dixon Science Research Center and the Animal Research Facility (ARF) in the Martin D. Jenkins Social and Behavioral Science Center. These state-of-the-art facilities are powered by a diverse team of qualified professionals focused on advancing scientific knowledge through innovative and ethical molecular biology and animal research methods, backed by a thorough array of equipment and laboratory expertise.
James Wachira, Director
| Molecular & Cellular Biology Core |
| Hours |
| Monday - Friday |
| 8 am - 5 pm |
| Location |
| 1700 E Cold Spring Lane |
| Dixon Science Center |
| Baltimore, MD 21251 |
| Animal Research Facility |
| Hours |
| Monday - Friday |
| 8 am - 6 pm |
https://www.morgan.edu/rcmi/research-infrastructure-core/animal-facility
https://www.morgan.edu/office-of-research-administration/research-compliance/animal-research
| Name | Role | Phone | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roger Mullins |
Core Lab Manager
|
roger.mullins@morgan.edu
|
Dixon 226
|
|
| Animal Research Facility |
arf@morgan.edu
|
| Service list |
| ► Animal (5) | |||
| Name | Description | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crustacean Housing |
Tanks for crustaceans (Crayfish). Rates for animal housing are charged per day. |
Internal
$0.75
each
External $0.83 each |
|
| Immunocompromised Rodent Housing-Mice |
Barrier IVC housing for mice. Must be reserved 2 weeks in advance because special equipment may need to be ordered. Rates for animal housing are charged per day. |
Internal
$2.50
each
External $2.75 each |
|
| Immunocompromised Rodent Housing-Rats |
Barrier IVC housing for rats. Must be reserved 2 weeks in advance because special equipment may need to be ordered. Rates for animal housing are charged per day. |
Internal
$2.50
each
External $2.75 each |
|
| Standard IVC Rodent Housing-Mice |
Individually ventilated cages for mice, houses up to 5. Price Varies by internal or external user. Rates for animal housing are charged per day. |
Internal
$1.75
each
External $2.50 each |
|
| Standard IVC Rodent Housing-Rat |
Individually ventilated rat caging. Rates for animal housing are charged per day. |
Internal
$2.75
each
External $2.80 each |
|
