Having the knowledge and confidence to work safely in the laboratory is an essential skill for all staff working in laboratories. This course will cover basic theoretical and practical laboratory skills including preparing COSHH risk assessments, good laboratory practice, use of fume hoods/biosafety cabinets, centrifuges and other laboratory equipment, pipetting skills, using balances and preparing […]

This course provides practical training in how to perform a basic standard mouse necropsy and describe gross observations made during this process. Who is it for? Researchers Animal Technicians PhD Students Following the course, you will be able to: Perform a basic standard mouse necropsy Describe gross observations at necropsy Gain an understanding of the […]

Having the knowledge and confidence to work safely in the laboratory is an essential skill for all staff working in laboratories. This course will cover basic theoretical and practical laboratory skills including preparing COSHH risk assessments, good laboratory practice, use of fume hoods/biosafety cabinets, centrifuges and other laboratory equipment, pipetting skills, using balances and preparing […]

This workshop addresses one of the key challenges in modern biomedical research: ensuring genetically altered (GA) mouse models are used appropriately, rigorously, and reproducibly. Designed for researchers with a basic understanding of mouse genetics, it provides practical guidance on experimental design, model selection, breeding strategies, and troubleshooting to help maximise the scientific value of GA […]

This course introduces a range of histological procedures, the reasoning behind the use of histology in research, and the importance of using various techniques in processing, sectioning, and staining of mouse tissues. Following the course, you will have: An understanding of why histology is performed and the use and importance of fixatives An understanding of […]