The Specimen Processing Core and its associated microbiology, molecular biology, chemistry and hematology laboratory equipment and capabilities are designed to support NEIDL Investigators engaged in the study of emerging infectious diseases including category A, B and C agents. The laboratory is designed to handle specimens obtained from animals housed in the Animal-BSL3 and Animal-BSL4 core facilities and cultures of BSL-3 and BSL-4 agents. Coordination with the Animal Cores (including Pathology/Necropsy) will be important so that specimens obtained can be appropriately processed immediately following collection and transportation to the laboratory in a safe and timely manner.

Public Health Relevance

The Specimen Processing Core and its associated microbiology, molecular biology, coagulation, chemistry and hematology laboratory equipment and capabilities are designed to support NEIDL Investigators engaged in the study of emerging infectious diseases including category A, B and C agents.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Type
National Biocontainment Laboratory Operation Cooperative Agreement (UC7)
Project #
3UC7AI070088-05S3
Application #
8709531
Study Section
Special Emphasis Panel (ZAI1-RCG-M (M1))
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
2010-05-01
Budget End
2014-04-30
Support Year
5
Fiscal Year
2013
Total Cost
$14,699
Indirect Cost
Name
Boston University
Department
Type
DUNS #
604483045
City
Boston
State
MA
Country
United States
Zip Code
02118
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