Laboratory Services

Molecular BioLab

Confidently solving your laboratory's most critical challenges with over a decade of hands-on molecular biology expertise.

Welcome to the forefront of molecular biology innovation. As an experienced molecular biologist, I provide expert assistance through the complexities of laboratory research — from quality management systems to advanced diagnostics and instrumentation. Contact me for inquiries.

Quality Management Systems

ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Lead Assessor

Certified lead assessor ensuring laboratory processes achieve the highest levels of accuracy, reliability, and consistency in testing and calibration.

ISO/IEC 17025:2005 Lead Assessor & Internal Auditor

Comprehensive training in laboratory management systems, quality control, and technical operations under previous ISO/IEC 17025 standards.

Biological Risk Assessment

Expert evaluation and mitigation of risks associated with biohazardous materials and procedures — from facility evaluation to protocol development.

  • Comprehensive knowledge of biohazards and organisms
  • Evaluation of lab facilities & protocols
  • BSL2 & BSL3 laboratory experience

Diagnostic Assay Development & Validation

A complete suite of molecular lab services, acting as a catalyst for the development of advanced diagnostics and testing kits. Expertise spans every step of the diagnostic process, from sample selection through validated reporting.

Kit Development & Validation

  • Defining intended purpose(s)
  • Optimisation & standardisation
  • Repeatability & analytical sensitivity
  • Analytical specificity assessment
  • Setting diagnostic thresholds (cut-offs)

Zoonotic Infectious Diseases

Molecular diagnostics and genetic analysis with a One Health approach, focused on zoonotic infectious diseases in both field and laboratory settings.

  • Characterization & biotyping
  • Sampling & specimen management
  • Molecular diagnosis (PCR, sequencing)
  • Serotyping & serogrouping
  • Assay development & commercialization

Animal Clinical Laboratory & Immunoassays

Over 12 years of experience supervising 300,000+ immunoassays annually at national reference laboratory and commercial industry levels.

  • ELISA & immunoassay tests
  • Virus/serum neutralization tests
  • Haemagglutination tests
  • Agar gel immunodiffusion (AGID)
  • Herd health history & differentiation of infection vs. vaccination

Pharmaceutical & Vaccine Research

Support from early preclinical research to large-scale clinical trials for vaccines, monoclonal antibodies, and antivirals — meeting global regulatory standards.

  • Preclinical model assays
  • Virus culture & antigen preparation
  • Virological & immunological assays
  • Cell culture & cytotoxicity assays

Instrumentation Expertise

Advanced molecular laboratory equipment mastered over more than a decade of hands-on research. Available to provide expert consultation on leveraging these instruments in your research or business.

Sequencing & Nucleic Acid Analysis

Sanger Sequencer

DNA sequencing and fragment analysis for genotyping, mutation detection, and phylogenetic studies.

Real-Time PCR Thermocyclers

qPCR and qRT-PCR with both block and rotary real-time systems for quantitative gene expression analysis.

PCR Thermocycler

Routine PCR applications, diagnostic amplification, library preparation, and cloning.

Nucleic Acid Electrophoresis & Blotting

Precise DNA and RNA analysis by agarose gel electrophoresis and Southern/Northern blotting.

Proteomics & Chromatography

Triple Quadrupole Tandem Mass Spectrometry (MS/MS)

Drug residue detection and small protein analysis in collaboration with specialist operators; extensive experience in data analysis and interpretation.

High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)

Solid theoretical background with collaboration on online and offline separation of biologics, proteins, and microcystin detection.

Protein Electrophoresis & Blotting

1-D and 2-D protein electrophoresis for accurate protein separation, Western blotting, and immunodetection.

Gel Documentation System

UV and Stain-Free imaging for nucleic acids; Coomassie and colorimetric blots for proteins and antigens.

Detection & Quantification

Microplate Readers

ELISA, protein quantification, enzyme kinetics, antibody level determination, immunity status assessment, and cell-based assays.

UV-Vis Spectrophotometers

Absorption experiments and quantitative measurement of biological and chemical substances.

Centrifugation & Separation

Ultracentrifuge

Production of viral master seeds, antigen preparation, and protein purification at ultra-high speeds.

High-Speed Centrifuge

Extraction and purification of total RNA from cells and tissues.

Refrigerated Benchtop Centrifuges

Routine DNA, RNA, and protein extraction, purification, and pelleting.

Vacuum Centrifuge Concentrator

DNA pelleting and efficient sample concentration for downstream applications.

Cell Culture & Biosafety

CO₂ & Standard Incubators

Controlled environments with regulated temperature, humidity, and CO₂ for cell culture, microbiology, and virology.

Upright & Inverted Microscopes

Cell culture imaging and in vivo/in vitro studies of tissue damage from viral and bacterial infections.

Animal Isolator

Quality assurance in vaccine development and the study of viral pathogenesis in controlled environments.

Lab Filtration & Ultrafiltration

Virology, proteomics, genomics, and vaccinology applications requiring sterile filtration and molecular weight cutoff separation.

Key Kits & Reagents

QIAGEN Portfolio

  • RNeasy Kits for RNA purification
  • QIAamp DNA Kits (tissue, blood, FFPE)
  • OneStep RT-PCR Kit
  • Multiplex PCR Kit
  • HotStarTaq DNA Polymerase

Roche Molecular Diagnostics

Extensive experience with Roche Molecular Diagnostics products providing a benchmark for evaluating competing technologies and selecting optimal tools for specific needs.

Other Platforms

  • ReadyPrep™ Total Protein Extraction Kit
  • TaqMan assays (SNP, gene expression)
  • TA Cloning Kit for PCR fragments
  • Various ELISA kits (broad experience)