Contact
| Post | Name | Tel | Responsibilities | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technician | Saifei GAO | (020) 8833 5690 | saifeigao@hkust-gz.edu.cn | Embryo transplantation and purification platform supervisor |
| Technician | Yarui LI | (020) 8833 5639 | aerinyaruili@hkust-gz.edu.cn | Embryo transplantation and purification platform |
| Technician | Qi XU | (020) 8833 5662 | kateqixu@hkust-gz.edu.cn | Embryo transplantation and purification platform |
| Technician | Tong OUYANG | (020) 8833 5663 | cocotongoy@hkust-gz.edu.cn | Embryo transplantation and purification platform |
Service
The embryo transfer and purification platform mainly provides embryo related technical services and genetic-engineering mouse breeding related work.
This platform has established functional areas such as microinjection room, embryo manipulation room, SPF level donor and recipient breeding area, and post transplant recipient management area.It is also equipped with instruments and equipments such as microinjection, laser rupture, needle puller, needle forging instrument, research grade inverted fluorescence microscope, research grade stereo fluorescence microscope, The aim is to provide genetic engineering mouse related services and technical support for users both inside and outside the campus.
Biological Purification/ IVF Rapid Expansion
- Mouse biological purification
- Strain recovery/ Rapid and extensive reproduction of mice
- Cesarean section in mice
Microscopic Operation
- Cytoplasmic injection training/service
- Pronuclei injection training/service
- Embryo Electroporation Training/service
Conservation and Recovery of Mice Resources
- Embryos cryopreservation/ thawing
- Sperms cryopreservation/ thawing
- Rapid and extensive reproduction of freezing sperm
- Transportation of epididymis/ Strain recovery
Mouse Hosting Service
- Hosting service of breeding of genetically modified mice
Mouse Genotype Identification
- Conventional PCR detection
- QPCR detection
Mouse Resource Sharing and Other Services
- Mouse Resource Sharing Consultation
- Breeding Strategy Consultation
- Training and consultation on embryo manipulation techniques
- In-house breeding of C57BL/6J mice
Microbiological Quality Control for Laboratory Animals
- Inspection of Newly Arrived Animals
- Monthly Testing of Breeding Areas
- Sentinel Mouse Testing
- Environmental Dust Swab Monitoring
(Monitoring of all items for mice according to the national standard GB14922-2022 using methods such as culture, microscopy, mass spectrometry, ELISA, and PCR)
Environmental Facility Monitoring
- ATP Testing
- Settle Plate Testing in the Facility, Monitoring Disinfection Efficacy of Idle Items
- Sterilization Efficacy Testing of Autoclave and Low‑Temperature Fumigation Chamber
- Testing Microbial Kill Rates of Xenon Lamp Sterilization Pass Box
- Disinfectant Efficacy Test
Material Testing
- Facility Water System Testing
- Animal Drinking Water Quality Testing
- Feed Sampling and Sterility Testing
- Sterilized Bedding Testing
Basic Technical Services and Practical Training
- Administration to Mice (Gavage and Injection)
- Operation of Anesthesia Machines
- Blood Collection from Mice
- Humane Euthanasia Methods for Mice
Pricing
For specific technical service charges, please consult the platform staff.