SPRINT opens the door to hands-on stem cell research by offering investigators access to fully equipped laboratory facilities designed for independent experimentation and skill-building. Whether you’re advancing a specific project or learning new stem cell techniques, our lab provides the space, tools, and support to help you succeed.
To ensure a safe, efficient, and high-quality research environment, investigators complete a brief onboarding process—either through the Techniques Course introductory videos or personalized training with SPRINT team members—covering essential laboratory protocols and procedures before accessing the culture room.
CELL ANALYSIS, PHENOTYPING, & SORTING TECHNOLOGIES
BD FACSymphony™ S6 Cell Sorter
Core Function: High-parameter cell phenotyping, purification, and validation
Key Capabilities:
- Multi-parameter detection (up to 50 parameters)
- Simultaneous sorting of multiple populations
- Index sorting for single-cell phenotype tracking
- Pluripotency validation and progenitor purification
Use Case: Isolation and validation of specific cell populations in stem cell workflows
SINGLE-CELL GENOMICS & TRANSCRIPTOMICS PLATFORMS
Chromium 10x Genomics iX/X Platform
Core Function: High-throughput single-cell analysis using microfluidics
Key Capabilities:
- Single-cell resolution
- Rare cell population detection
- Cell–cell interaction analysis
Use Case: Stem cell heterogeneity analysis, lineage tracing, and disease modeling beyond bulk assays
CELLULAR METABOLISM & FUNCTIONAL PHENOTYPING
Seahorse XF Pro Analyzer
Core Function: Real-time metabolic profiling
Key Capabilities:
- Measurement of OCR and ECAR
- Non-invasive metabolic monitoring
- Drug and compound response assessment
Use Case: Tracking metabolic changes during reprogramming, differentiation, and disease modeling
IMAGING & MICROSCOPY SYSTEMS
Rebel Microscope
Core Function: Monitoring cell morphology and quality
Key Capabilities:
- Upright and inverted configurations
- Brightfield and phase contrast
- Touch-based, eyepiece-free operation
Use Case: Routine monitoring of iPSC colony health and quality control
REVOLVE R4 Microscope
Core Function: High-quality imaging of fixed and stained samples
Key Capabilities:
- Motorized fluorescence imaging
- Multichannel LED illumination
- High-resolution monochrome and color cameras
Use Case: Immunostaining and phenotypic characterization of hPSCs and differentiated cells
GENOME ENGINEERING & CELL MANIPULATION TECHNOLOGIES
Invitrogen Neon™ NxT Electroporation System
Core Function: Delivery of genetic material into cells
Key Capabilities:
- Optimized CRISPR delivery
- Adjustable electroporation parameters
- Compatibility with multiple cell types
Use Case: Generation of genetically modified iPSC lines
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY & GENE EXPRESSION ANALYSIS
Applied Biosystems™ QuantStudio™ 6 Pro
Core Function: Gene expression, genotyping, and absolute quantification
Key Capabilities:
- qPCR and genotyping workflows
- Cloud-enabled data management
- Automated and user-friendly operation
Use Case: Validation of gene expression, pluripotency markers, and genetic modificationsC lines
Our Partners
We work alongside partners who believe in science with purpose. By teaming up with universities, hospitals, nonprofits, and industry, we create powerful collaborations that drive discovery and transform research into meaningful impact. Thank you to our partners for their support!
