ABOUT US

1.0  Introduction to Central Research Laboratories

The Central Research Laboratories (CRL) within the Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya (UM), serve as premier hub of shared, high-technology advanced instrumentation. Designated to meet the ever-evolving needs of modern science, the CRL offers both specialized advanced tools and essential general equipment. Our primary goal is to democratize access state-of-the-art technologies, reducing the logistical and financial burden on researchers. By providing a seamlessly integrated and well-equipped environment, we aim to catalyse productivity and elevate the caliber of research outcome. Beyond hardware, the CRL offers laboratory space, workbenches and workstations to foster a collaborative research ecosystem. We also function as a centre for training and provide expert sample analysis services for both internal and external users.

Vision: To be a leading central research facility championing the advancement and excellence of research within the Faculty of Medicine and the University.

Mission: To empower high-quality research and innovation through robust laboratory ecosystem, training and specialized services. 

1.1    Objectives and functions of the unit

•    To provide UM researchers with seamless access to cutting-edge technologies at optimized costs. 

•    To provide a conducive, high-performance laboratory environment enhances research quality.

•    To serve as a strategic platform for adoption and utilization of frontier technologies.

•    To provide professional analytical services for both internal and external users.

2.0    Laboratories and facilities under CRL:

2.1      Dato Mahmood Merican Medical Biotechnology Laboratory (MBL)

•    MBL comprises three major sections: Proteomics facility, Genomics facility and Calibration unit.

•    It acts as a centralized hub, housing the faculty’s sophisticated instrumentation and foundational research tools.

•    It offers expert sample analysis and serves as a training centre for specialized research methodologies.

2.2    Translational Core Laboratory (TCL)

•    TCL provides a comprehensive platform to foster synergy between clinicians and basic scientists. 

•    It offers essential infrastructure and educational resources for those navigating the complexities of clinical research.

•    It houses a supply centre for specialized cell culture and molecular biology reagents.

2.3    Cell and Molecular Biology Laboratory (CMBL)

•    CMBL provides a focused research environment for molecular work, catering to postgraduates and researchers in UM. 

•    It is equipped with a mammalian cell culture facility, general molecular biology workstations, laboratory benches, and collaborative group spaces.

2.4    FOM Supply Store

●    The FOM Supply Store provides a streamlined procurement platform for common laboratory consumables. Launched in 2015, the store was established to eliminate the traditional "paperwork hurdle," replacing a laborious procurement process with a fast, onsite solution. In 2017, the facility evolved with the launch of ResearchCart360, an online portal designed to better accommodate the dynamic needs of the UM research community.