Training in the Lab - Observing the Cells

Bushra has been training me on the importance of observing the cells every day, to ensure they are happy and healthy, and to check that there is no contamination! The cells we thawed and cultured are looking healthy and are growing well. 

The Balb:c 3T3 Cells after 24hours in the incubator

I am glad to see the cells are growing well and am looking forward to watching them grow more over the next few days. 

Lottie

First Impressions

Today, Bushra showed me around the lab where all the XCellR8 work takes place. She talked me through all the different equipment in the lab, and what it was for. I was particularly interested in the Class II Safety Cabinet, which provides a sterile environment in which to work. I look forward to learning how to use this over the next few days, and to bettering my aseptic technique.

Bushra, demonstrating the safety cabinet

Looking forward to another day tomorrow!

Lottie 

Introductions

Hi, I'm Lottie and I am a Biology student at MMU. I have recently started a summer placement at XCellR8, and over the next few days, I will be guest-blogging about my experiences at XCellR8 and what I have learnt.