Our Facilities
The WPE department houses specialized laboratories equipped with cutting-edge technology to support our research mission. Our facilities enable innovative research across our four focus areas: Indoor Air, BioResources, Public Health, and Sanitation.
Our laboratories are available to departmental researchers, collaborators, and—under specific arrangements—external partners from industry and other academic institutions.
Microbiology Lab
Soil Analysis Lab
Air Quality Lab
Resource Recovery Lab
Microplastics Lab
Microbiology Laboratory
Overview
Our microbiology laboratory supports research on waterborne pathogens, microbial communities in various environments, and the development of biological treatment processes. The facility is equipped for cultivation, identification, and molecular analysis of microorganisms.
Key Equipment
- Confocal Laser Scanning Microscope Zeiss LSM 980
- Real-Time PCR System Bio-Rad CFX96
- Anaerobic Chamber Whitley A35
- Flow Cytometer BD FACSymphony A3
- Microplate Reader Tecan Infinite M200
Technical Capabilities
Access & Policies
Internal Researchers
WPE department members have 24/7 access to facilities following proper safety training and authorization.
Training ScheduleAcademic Collaborators
Researchers from partner institutions can access facilities through established collaboration agreements.
Collaboration InquiriesIndustry Partners
Commercial access is available through our industry partnership program with flexible fee structures.
Industry RatesSafety Protocols
All users must adhere to laboratory safety protocols and complete required training before access is granted.
Safety GuidelinesTechnical Capabilities Matrix
This matrix helps you identify which laboratory best suits your research needs based on technical capabilities.
| Capability | Microbiology | Soil Analysis | Air Quality | Resource Recovery | Microplastics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molecular Analysis | ●●● | ●● | ● | ||
| Chemical Analysis | ● | ●●● | ●● | ●● | ●● |
| Microscopy | ●●● | ● | ●●● | ||
| Particle Analysis | ●● | ●●● | ●●● | ||
| Material Testing | ● | ● | ●●● | ●● | |
| Environmental Monitoring | ● | ●● | ●●● | ● | |
| Process Development | ●● | ● | ●●● | ||
| Pilot Scale Testing | ●● | ●●● |
Facilities Inquiries
For questions about our facilities, equipment access, or to discuss potential collaborations, please contact our Lab Manager or the WPE Director directly.