The Life Sciences Laboratory is a state-of-the-art facility fully equipped to support the development of career-ready graduates of the Faculty of Health Science & Wellness. Learners engage in experimental work over their program, developing and mastering relevant skills and building the confidence needed to effectively transition into work-integrated learning experiences and/or into the workforce post-graduation.
The Life Sciences Laboratory
This state-of-the-art facility was designed to provide learners with access to all resources needed to execute procedures in specialized topics within biological, chemical, biotechnological and biomedical sciences, in-line with industry standards. The laboratory houses an ever-growing list of fundamental and advanced instrumentation including microscopes, fluorescent cell imagers, thermocyclers, centrifuges, advanced gel imaging systems, mammalian culture incubators, bacterial incubators, UV/Vis spectrophotometers, cellular respiration analyzer, 3D-Bioprinter, cryostats, bioreactors, chemical fume hoods, biological safety cabinet, spectroscopic instrumentation, advanced separation equipment, rotary evaporators, and much much more!
Experiential Learning
Programs and courses that utilize the Life Sciences Laboratory employ mapped curricula providing learners the opportunity to apply theoretical concepts in a hands-on, practical setting. Immersive laboratory sessions facilitated by expert Faculty and Staff allow learners to gain invaluable insights, deepen their understanding of scientific principles, and develop and master their technical skills.
Experienced Team
Our Team is composed of leaders with diverse backgrounds in research and industry. Scientific work performed in the Life Sciences Laboratory is led by our expert Faculty members, with the common goal of training the next generation of career-ready professionals!
Contact
For more information on the Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences program, please contact:
Julian Aiken
Program Co-ordinator
julian.aiken@humber.ca
416.675.6622 ext. 75370
For more information on the Biotechnology program, please contact:
Matthew DaCosta
Program Co-ordinator
matthew.dacosta@humber.ca
416.675.6622 ext. 4495
For more information on the Life Sciences Lab, please contact:
Nick LeBlond
Laboratory Facilitator
nicholas.leblond@humber.ca