X-Ray Irradiator
PRESENTATION
The SFR Biosciences (UAR3444/US8) provides the scientific community with state-of-the-art equipment dedicated to the irradiation of biological samples, both in vitro and in vivo (eukaryotic cells, bacteria, nematodes, drosophila, mice, etc.).
This equipment is accessible to all academic and industrial laboratories.
EQUIPMENT
The X-RAD 320 (PXi) X-ray irradiator delivers an adjustable high voltage from 5 to 320 kV, enabling precise, homogeneous, and penetrating irradiation, particularly suited for small animals.
Detailed technical information is available on the manufacturer’s website:
CONTACT/LOCATION
The equipment is located in the basement of building M5 at ENS de Lyon (room SO-130).
For any inquiries, please contact the manager:
Fabrice Mure
Research Engineer, PhD
Phone: +33 (0)4 72 72 89 54
Email: fabrice.mure@ens-lyon.fr
TRAINING
Use of the biological irradiator is strictly limited to authorized personnel.
Training is provided by the manager and includes:
- radiation protection principles
- equipment handling
- personalized support depending on experimental needs.
Full management of irradiation experiments is also available as a service or within collaborations.
BOOKING
Reservation requests for this equipment must be made through the internal booking system:
https://ifr128.univ-lyon1.fr/resas/comens/select.php
DOCUMENTATION
- Technical datasheet for the X-RAD 320 irradiator
- Operating rules for the X-ray irradiator
- Operational procedures for the X-ray irradiator