Murdoch University ancient DNA research laboratory

PCR's that are set up in the clean room are transported to the Post-PCR lab where they are thermocycled and analysed by electrophoresis.  Similar to most molecular facilities the lab is outfitted with thermocyclers, qPCR facilities, electrophoresis equipment and cameras for photographing gels. The post-PCR lab is also used for the extraction, amplification and sequencing of "modern" DNA samples. This PC2 lab is a quarantine facility and is used for the  storage of customs seizure material and wildlife forensic case work. The lab is certified by the biosafety committee to use recombinant DNA techniques (cloning) to characterise PCR products generated from ancient DNA. An an avi movie that takes a quick "spin" around the aDNA and Wildlife Genetics Labs can be viewed (caution movie size approximately 4 meg).