The Biacore gives the core facility a new dimension, the quantification of molecular interactions. This instrument uses a treated gold slide that allows the covalent attachment and display of molecules, such as proteins or lipids, in a flow cell. Potential binding partners can be introduced in solution and subsequent binding to the bound molecule can be measured. Using this technique, accurate association constants can be determined.

For questions regarding the Biacore 3000, please email Yasuaki Hiromasa at corefac@ksu.edu