Plant Biology Laboratory
| Head of Laboratory: | Dr. Molnár Zoltán |
| Phone: | +36-96-566-751 |
| Mobile: | +36-70-247-5578 |
| E-mail: | molnar.zoltan##kukac##sze.hu |
| Website: | https://plant.sze.hu |
| Address: | 9200 Mosonmagyaróvár, Lucsony u. 15-17., E/ NBI-1, NBI-2, NBI-3 |
INTRODUCTION OF THE LABORATORY
The Plant Biology Laboratory is suitable for maintaining a unique strain collection of microalgae, and for the production and biotesting of microalgae biomass. In addition, the laboratory is able to study the physical and chemical properties of surface water samples and, last but not least, the physiological examination of field crops.
INTRODUCTION OF TESTS
| Name of the test | The standard on which the test is based | Accredited test Y/N | Short description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Definition of airborne particulate matter | MSZ 260-3 | N | Surface water, waste water suspended solids analysis. |
| Chlorophyll determination | MSZ ISO 10260 | N | Analysis of the chlorophyll content of surface water. |
| Determination of dissolved oxygen | MSZ EN ISO 5814 | N | Analysis of the dissolved oxygen content of surface water. |
| Determination of phosphorus | MSZ 260-20 | N | Analysis of phosphorus content in surface water, wastewater. |
| Determination of ammonia | MSZ ISO 7150-1 | N | Analysis of ammonia in surface water and waste water. |
| Nitrate determination | MSZ 260-11 | N | Analysis of nitrate content in surface water and waste water. |
| Determination of nitrite | MSZ 260-10 | N | Analysis of nitrite content in surface water and waste water. |
| Determination of BAP bioavailable phosphorus | Not relevant | N | Investigation of the bioavailable phosphorus content of BAP in sediments. |
If you have not found the right test or you would like to request a customised test, please contact us!
Dr. Molnár Zoltán
E-mail: molnar.zoltan@sze.hu
Phone:+36-96-566-751
Mobile: +36-70-247-5578
INTRODUCTION OF THE EQUIPMENTS
| Name of the equipment | Parameters, test range | Inquiries/tests |
|---|---|---|
| XG1.CD-120M autoslave sterilizer | - 120 litres - reclining - steam heated |
Sterilisation. |
| XG1.CD-150M autoslave sterilizer | - 150 litres - reclining - steam-heated |
Sterilisation. |
| KGW TR21 liquid nitrogen storage tank | - 60 litres - steel - temperature:: -196oC |
Sample preparation, storage for molecular biology studies. |
| AEG 2674 freezer | - 180 liters - temperature: -20oC-ig |
Storage of algal samples for bioassays. |
| FluorPen AP100 photosynthesis meter | - OJIP - OD - Fv/Fm - QY |
Measuring the maximum of photosynthesis. |
| UVP BioDoc-It2 gel documentation system | - GelCam 315 - 5.0 MP - 8 - 48mm - f/1.2 manual zoom |
Screening, documentation and evaluation of stained nucleic acid gel images using integrated software. |
| SPAD-502 portable chlorophyll meter | - optical density difference at 2 wavelengths - (-9.9)-199.9 SPAD units |
Fast, simple measurement of chlorophyll content in plant leaves without damaging the leaf. The chlorophyll content is an indicator of plant health and can be used to optimise the timing and amount of additional fertiliser application. |
| Scottsman AP80 ice maker | - 40 liter - 8kg/h |
Making ice paste to cool samples. |
| Vortex Genie 2 mixer-shaker machine | - 0-6000 rpm | Sample preparation for molecular biology studies. |
| SNOL Combined dryer-thermal sterilizer | - 150 liters - temperature: 150oC |
Sterilisation. |
| National Lab Laboratory Ultra Freezer Cabinet | - 40 liters - temperature: -80oC |
Sample collection for molecular biology studies. |
| SIGMA 6K-15 laboratory centrifuge | - 2 liters - 4500 rpm |
Harvesting. |
| BL 1200F laminar box | - measure: 1m*0,6m*0,6m | Extinguishing. |
| Hailea Hap-80 aeration pump | - 80l/min | Algae propagation. |
| CRIST GAMMA lyophilizer | - 30 Petri dishes | Drying of algal samples for bioassays. |
| HOLDER 25mm Glass M.F membrane filtration equipment | - 25mm | Sample filtration for water analysis and dry matter measurement. |
| Sartorius digital scales | - load capacity: max. 2000g | Weight measurement. |
| Radwag digital analytical balance | - load capacity: max. 100g | Weights and measures of dry matter. |
| B. Braun Biotech microcentrifuge | - 24db Eppendorf tube - max. 12000G |
Algae harvesting, sample preparation. |
| Olympos BX60 research microscope | - magnification: 100-1000x | Cell count. |
| Astec PCR extraction booth | - size: 0,5m*0,5m*0,3m | Molecular biology test preparation. |
| Hanna pH210 pH meter | - size: 0,2m*0,15m*0,05m | pH-measurement. |
| Biosan OS-10 shaker | - max. 300 rpm - size: 0,25m*0,2m*0,1m |
Molecular biology study. |
| Retsch MM400 shaking ball mill | - 8pcs 50ml centrifuge tubes | Sample preparation for bioassays. |
| Momert refractometer | - max. 30% sugar content | Sugar content measurement. |
| VarioScan spectrophotometer | - 200-900nm | Light absorption measurement 200-900nm. |
| VirSonic ultrasonic cell destroyer | - 600W - size: 0,2m*0,4m*0,5m |
Solvent extraction, sample preparation for bioassays.. |
| ThermoSavant AES1010 vacuum dryer (automatic) | - 4*20ml | Solvent extraction, sample preparation for bioassays. |
| Hanna HI2300 conductivity meter | - 0µS/cm-100mS/cm | Measurement of conductivity of solutions. |
| Water bath (individual) | - 6 pcs 400ml beakers - temperature: max 95oC |
Water chemistry tests. |
OTHER PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES/DEVELOPMENTS
COLLEAGUES
| Name | Position | Scope of duties, main activities |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Molnár Zoltán | Head of laboratory | Managing the laboratory. |
| Bálint Péter | assistant laboratory manager | Assistant laboratory manager duties. Design, set-up and evaluation of experiments. |
| Lelkes Péter | laboratory assistant | Setting up experiments. |
| Lobik Ildikó | laboratory assistant | Preparing experiments. |
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