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Student Life Medical/Pathology Laboratory
9/17/2015
We perform medical tests on blood, body fluids and tissues using various instruments and manual techniques. Equipment used in the lab include but not limited to: EKG machine, microscopes, Tosoh AA 600, Vitek 2Compact, Coulter LH500, Sedimat II, drying lamp, incubators, Bacti-cinerator III, vortex, heating blocks, centrifuges and other lab and office equipment. Waste generated in our lab is in small quantities and disposed of adhering to OSEH guidelines.
“Through the sustainability program we have been able to increase our recycling programs, replace our harmful chemicals with ones that are more environmentally friendly, participate in the ChEM Reuse Program, and continue to cut down on our gross electricity usage. We are committed to leading UHS lab’s efforts to conserve the planet’s resources and protect the environment.” Jeannette Baranek & Sherry Esser
Kretzler Laboratory
9/10/2015
The overarching goal of our research efforts is to define chronic organ dysfunction in mechanistic terms and use this knowledge for targeted therapeutic interventions. To reach this goal we have developed a translational research pipeline centered on integrated systems biology analysis of renal disease. Our interdisciplinary research team combines information from a wide spectrum of human cohort studies we have initiated or are intimately involved with, including the European Renal cDNA Bank, the Nephrotic Syndrome Study Network (NEPTUNE), the C-PROBE cohort in the University of Michigan Kidney Center, the Pima Indian Biopsy Cohort of the Intramural NIDDK program in Arizona and sister networks emerging in Europe, India, China and Sub-Saharan Africa. We test the precision medicine concept for renal disease by integrating information along the genotype-to-phenotype continuum using carefully monitored environmental exposures, genetic predispositions, epigenetic markers, transcriptional networks, proteomic profiles, metabolic fingerprints, digital histological biopsy archive and prospective clinical disease characterization.
“The Kretzler Lab is pleased to work with the Office of Campus Sustainability in order to make our operations more sustainable. Since learning about the initiative, we were easily able to implement the ice pack and pipette tip box recycling programs. It has also been great to learn about additional opportunities such as the ChEM reuse program, Styrofoam, and pen/pencil recycling programs, as these are areas in which we can participate as well. Thank you to all who raise awareness and make the green lab program possible. We are committed to producing high quality work and are proud to so while incorporating best practices in sustainability.” -- Brad Godfrey, Lab Manager
Chen Laboratory (CCGC)
9/09/2015
Our laboratory is interested in understanding how the host immune system and the gut microbiota modulate intestinal inflammation and carcinogenesis using mouse models. Specifically, we have focused on understanding the mechanism by which certain members of the Nod-like receptor (NLR) family that are largely involved in the sensing of bacteria protect against the development of inflammation-induced colon tumorigenesis. Some of the equipment that the lab uses is centrifuges, incubators, orbital shakers, ULT freezers and microscopes. Hazardous waste is manifested and disposed of in accordance with U-M OSEH guidelines. Several waste streams encountered in our lab are being recycled following guidelines given by the OCS team.
“Biological research itself is not very sustainable due to the amount of resource and material it consumes. So we are happy to do our part to recycle materials when possible and inspire others to do the same. We are glad to be part of this program because we think it is of great importance and often overlooked.” -- Chen Lab
MacAlister Laboratory
7/08/2015
Our research focuses on the pathways regulating plant development and how changes in these pathways over evolutionary time have produced the incredible morphological and molecular diversity seen in today’s plants. Our work focuses in particular on proteins associated with the cell wall, a key structure regulating plant form. The lab uses imaging, molecular and genetic techniques to understand wall-associated protein function in a number of model plant systems representing a broad range of evolutionary diversity. Most of the non-hazardous solid waste streams are recycled using guidelines provided by the Office of Campus Sustainability. Hazardous waste generated is manifested for proper disposal adhering to OSEH guidelines.
“The Sustainable lab program has been very helpful as we’ve gotten the lab set up. The ChEM Reuse program in particular has allowed us to get needed materials that would otherwise be part of the waste stream.” Prof. Cora MacAlister, PI
Chen Laboratory
6/26/2015
Research in Zhan’s group focuses on the studies of molecular structures and behaviors of interfaces involving both polymer and biological molecules. A variety of in situ structure/function relationships and properties such as chemical reactivity, biocompatibility, and sensitivity, depend on the knowledge and optimization of these surfaces and interfaces. We use vibrational spectroscopies including sum frequency generation (SFG) spectroscopy, coherent anti-Stokes Raman scattering (CARS) spectroscopy, and attenuated total reflectance Fourier Transform Infrared (ATR-FTIR) spectroscopy as powerful in situ surfacesensitive analytical tools in order to both understand and optimize such polymer and biological based surfaces and interfaces. Hazardous waste generated is manifested for proper disposal adhering to OSEH guidelines.
“Research at the University of Michigan often sets the standard in both quality and quantity, continually redefining what is considered ‘cutting-edge’. Unfortunately, in order to meet such an ever-increasing demand, we often see increased expenditure of material resources and production of waste. It is important to address and minimize the aforementioned issues as well as provide sustainable economic and environmental solutions. I feel privileged to be a part of the Sustainable Lab Program Team, which helps create awareness and offers/executes practices for a more healthy and productive laboratory” Joshua Jasensky, Safety Liaison
Markovitz Laboratory
6/15/2015
Our laboratory studies the interaction of retroviruses such as HIV with human cellular factors. The goal of this work is to understand the mechanisms that regulate retroviral replication, and also to use these viruses as models for elucidating human cellular processes. Our work is thus relevant to understanding cancer and immunity, as well as viral pathogenesis. We purify proteins and nucleic acids. We run electrophoresis gels, polyacrylamide for proteins and agarose for nucleic acids. We perform western blots, PCRs, tissue culture assays and some animal experiments. We also work with bacteria, mostly E. coli for cloning. Waste streams generated are manifested and disposed of in accordance with U-M OSEH guidelines.
“The Markovitz Lab is proud to be part of the OCS program. Dr. Reddy introduced us to programs such as ice pack and Styrofoam recycling, the ChEM Reuse program, the pen/pencil recycling and the Planet Blue Ambassador Program. We were already participating in some of the programs such as battery collection, pipette tip box recycling, paper waste and printer toner cartridge recycling. We are very pleased to be a part of the Green Lab Movement and recommend this program to others.” Maureen Legendre, Lab Manager
Ault Laboratory
5/18/2015
Our research involves the study of atmospheric aerosol particles and engineered nanoparticles, as well astheir impacts on health and climate. This involves an integrated approach involving field measurements, laboratory measurements on field samples, and laboratory measurements of well-characterized aerosol proxies. We make use of a wide array of instrumentation to study the health and climate effects of the aerosol particles and engineered nanoparticles, with a focus on single particle mass spectrometry and Raman microspectroscopy. We make numerous efforts towards sustainability through reducing power consumption, minimizing waste, and other endeavors.
"Through working with Dr. Reddy and the sustainability office we learned about some easy and practical sustainability principles that can result in less impact on the environment, as well as greater lab safety and significant cost savings. I encourage other labs in the School of Public Health and throughout the University goes through this program.” -Prof. Andrew Ault, PI
Pratt Laboratory
5/18/2015
The Pratt Lab studies the chemical interactions of atmospheric trace gases, particles, clouds, and snow with the biosphere and cryosphere to understand processes associated with air quality and climate change. We primarily focus on the use of novel mass spectrometry techniques for these investigations. Waste generated in our lab is in small quantities and disposed of adhering to OSEH guidelines.
“As a lab that studies the effects of pollution in the atmosphere, we were ecstatic to learn of a program dedicated to using our energy resources more efficiently at the university. Through the sustainability program we have made meaningful and effective changes in how our lab operates, including: increasing our recycling programs, reusing chemicals from elsewhere in the department, and cutting down on gross electricity usage. We are invested in leading by example and setting precedent for treating the planet’s resources with care and respect; this program allows us to do just that.” Eric Boone, Safety Liaison
Freddolino Laboratory
5/07/2015
We use cutting-edge methods in genomics and bioinformatics to study the structure, function, and evolution of microbial regulatory networks. Our day-to-day work includes growth in incubators, work in molecular biology using standard techniques, gel electrophoresis, high throughput sequencing. Hazardous waste generated is manifested for proper disposal adhering to OSEH guidelines.
“The Sustainable Labs program has helped us to be far more mindful of how we conduct our day-to-day research. We have implemented energy saving measures to keep equipment off whenever possible, minimize our amounts of plastic waste by seeking re-usable alternatives whenever possible, and have altered several protocols to avoid any generation of hazardous waste.” Prof. Peter Freddolino, Principal Investigator
Lucas Laboratory
3/10/2015
Our work focused on the analysis of hematopoiesis in mice. Most of our experiments consist in the analysis of bone marrow cells by flow cytometry. Our work also involves imaging of PPA fixed sternums stained with antibodies. Cell culture and other molecular biology experiments are being performed in our laboratory. Most of the non-hazardous solid waste streams are recycled using guidelines provided by the Office of Campus Sustainability. Hazardous waste generated is manifested for proper disposal adhering to OSEH guidelines.
“The Sustainable Labs program has been very helpful in changing the way that we do experiments. We are now more careful about energy use and recycling chemicals.” Dr. Daniel Lucas-Alcaraz, PI