What scientific support does Janelia Farm provide the lab heads?
We have built an extensive program of shared resources to support the research groups and visiting scientists at Janelia. This range of resources will be reviewed regularly, taking into account input from the users. At this time we have: –> • A Drosophila resource • A scientific information technology resource that includes software development and database support • Support for high performance scientific computing • A molecular biology facility centered on preparing DNA constructs and related services • An anatomy and histology resource, with an emphasis on sample preparation methods for light and electron microscopy • An electron microscopy facility • A light microscopy facility, with a major emphasis on fluorescence-based techniques • An instrument design and fabrication facility • A tissue culture facility • An extensive stockroom • Media preparation and glass-washing support • A library Intellectual support includes the outstanding set of collaborative colleagues and a series of
