The Biomechanics and Mechanobiology lab (BMMB) supports experiments to study the mechanical properties of cells and tissues. We offer training for sterile culture techniques as well as assistance in experimental design. A variety of biomechanical stimulation bioreactors are available to study how physical forces affect cell morphology and physiology.
Advanced imaging capabilities include:
- Zeiss LSM 900 confocal microscope for high-quality fluorescence images of live or fixed cells
- JPK NanoWizard V BioAFM combined with a second Zeiss LSM 900 for co-localized mechanical property measurements and fluorescence imaging of live cells and tissues
- Micro-computed tomography (μ-CT) system for 3D imaging of internal structures such as bone, graphene, or other porous materials.
Other Recharge User Facilities
The BSCMC is part of the Boise State Fabrication, Characterization, and Testing (FaCT) core research facility. All of the involved facilities are recharge centers and available for use by the campus and community.
For more information about the FaCT core, contact Jim Browning or Paul Davis.