The EORG utilizes the research infrastructure of the Kenneth A. Krackow, MD Orthopedic Research Laboratory located on the south campus of the University at Buffalo. This multi-functional research facility is dedicated to the advancement of orthopaedic basic science principles and methodologies. The laboratory infrastructure includes a wide array of standard laboratory equipment, customized test systems, and specialized facilities.
Biomaterials Infrastructure:
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Standard equipped eukaryotic cell culture facility
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Standard equipped microbiological lab facility
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Metallographic sample preparation equipment
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Electronics design, simulation, and prototyping equipment
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Gamry 16 channel multEchem potentiostat system
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CH Instruments 920D Scanning electrochemical microscopy
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Zeiss Axio Examiner Z1 fixed-stage, upright, epi-fluorescence microscope
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Electrochemically-controlled, live-cell microscopy system
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Variety of custom test chambers and systems to characterize the electrochemical properties and biocompatibility of metallic biomaterials
Biomechanics Infrastructure:
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Dissection suite with microsurgery station and mini c-arm fluoroscopy
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Machine shop for fabrication of custom test devices and systems
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MTS 858 Mini Bionix servo-hydraulic load frame
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Bose 3200 electromagnetic load frame
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GOM ARAMIS 3D Digital Image Correlation system
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Tekscan thin film pressure mapping system
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Optotrak 3020 motion capture system
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Orthopaedic rotational cutter analysis system
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Handheld instrumented reaming system
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Glenoid rocking-horse loosening test system
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Variety of grips, fixtures, sensors, and custom test systems