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<p>Rose-Hulman’s Synthetic Biology Lab is the home of the 2015 iGEM team. The laboratory is located at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in Terre Haute, Indiana. </p>
  
 
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Safety in iGEM

Rose-Hulman’s Synthetic Biology Lab is the home of the 2015 iGEM team. The laboratory is located at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in Terre Haute, Indiana.

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Dress Code

In order to work in the lab, certain attire was required. This included long pants, long hair tied back, and close-toed shoes. When needed, there are also lab coats, gloves, and masks available.

Our laboratory space is a level two facility. It has controlled access, a biohazard disposal bin, an autoclave, a fume hood, a biosafety cabinet, an eyewash and shower station, and a fire extinguisher and fire alarm.

Training

Each team member has gone through training in proper laboratory behavior. This included aseptic technique in order to prevent contamination and similar safety concerns.