Research Facilities
The research facilities unit supports our researchers with space, biosafety and core facility infrastructure.
General Information
Research Facilities Guide
This guide includes instructions for requesting access, handling security and safety concerns, and contacting key support teams. It also outlines sustainability practices and proper waste management, including procedures for sharps and biomedical waste.
Download Research Facilities Guide PDF
Research Core Facilities (RCF) Fee Schedule
For external users or labs doing industry work, RCF fees apply. Please see fee schedule.
Biosafety
Research Core Facilities
AUTHORSHIP OR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SCIENTIFIC APPLICATION SPECIALISTS
The RCF is a key part of the Keenan Research Centre, fostering collaboration and productivity. We encourage you to acknowledge the RCF in your publications through appropriate authorship or acknowledgement.
For authorship guidelines, please refer to the Nature Research Journals’ Authorship Policy.
Suggested acknowledgment: 'The authors acknowledge the Keenan Research Centre for Biomedical Science Core Facilities at St. Michael’s Hospital [and if applicable, name of the specialist] for [e.g., technical advice, expertise, training, etc.].
RESEARCH CORE FACILITIES (RCF) POLICIES
Policies regarding Access, Equipment Usage, Booking, and Data Storage across all Core Facilities
Genomics & Biology Core
High quality, cost-effective genomic services to researchers in academic, clinical and industry settings.
Histology Core
Enable detailed investigation of tissue structure, function, and disease progression across various biological systems.
Imaging Core
Advanced microscopy and imaging technologies—expert support to help researchers analyze biological structures.
Microfabrication Core
Provides equipment and expertise in microfabrication, rapid device prototyping, and nanotechnologies for biomedical applications.
Routine Equipment
Space Use
LI KA SHING KNOWLEDGE INSTITUTE AND KEENAN RESEARCH CENTRE FOR BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
In late 2010, more than 450 research employees and students from six sites moved into a new research space encompassing the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute and the Keenan Research Centre for Biomedical Science. Research Facilities has been part of the planning process from the onset of the project, ensuring that our new state-of-the-art research facility meets the needs of all St Michael’s research staff.
VENDOR SHOWS AND EVENTS
View our LKSKI Space Brochure to see spaces available for event rentals.
See LKSKI Event Space Brochure
If you would like to host a vendor show at the LKSKI, please fill out this form.
Vendor Event Request Form
Contact Us
For any further inquiries, please contact researchfacilities@unityhealth.to