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The "Experiments in Biotechnology" video series is a production of NCCCS BioNetwork in partnership with Haywood and Western Piedmont Community Colleges and features demonstrations of 8 laboratory experiments.

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May
8
Fundamentals of Microbiology
Learn how to apply fundamental microbiological techniques to a wide range of manufacturing processes regulated by the FDA, USDA, and other agencies. In this course, you’ll delve into concepts and techniques of microbial detection, isolation, enumeration, and identification plus examine written
May
19
Good Lab Practices: FDA and EPA Regulations
Understand the documentation guidelines required to generate acceptable EPA and FDA product registration safety studies. In this course, you will undertake a series of exercises, including labeling activities, protocol review, and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures to reinforce course
July
30
Aseptic Processing II
Build on the foundation you constructed in Aseptic Processing Level I with this course, a hands-on experience in which you hone aseptic operational skills in a simulated CGMP cleanroom environment. We supplement each laboratory activity with vibrant classroom discussion so what you learn isn’t just
Current Courses
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May
8
Fundamentals of Microbiology
Learn how to apply fundamental microbiological techniques to a wide range of manufacturing processes regulated by the FDA, USDA, and other agencies. In this course, you’ll delve into concepts and techniques of microbial detection, isolation, enumeration, and identification plus examine written
May
19
Good Lab Practices: FDA and EPA Regulations
Understand the documentation guidelines required to generate acceptable EPA and FDA product registration safety studies. In this course, you will undertake a series of exercises, including labeling activities, protocol review, and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures to reinforce course
July
30
Aseptic Processing II
Build on the foundation you constructed in Aseptic Processing Level I with this course, a hands-on experience in which you hone aseptic operational skills in a simulated CGMP cleanroom environment. We supplement each laboratory activity with vibrant classroom discussion so what you learn isn’t just
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Drug Development Overview
Drug Development Overview
This eLearning module will give you an understanding of the process used to develop drugs and why it costs so much to bring a new drug to your pharmacy.
Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
You’re the newest member of the Quality Assurance department at CATT - the Center for the Advancement of Toast Technology. Your mission is to audit the company and determine if it’s SOPs, notebooks, equipment, personnel, reagent labels, and test animals are GLP compliant.
Regulations and Guidance
Regulations and Guidance
In this eLearning module you will learn about the federal and international regulations that protect human participants in research studies. You will also get to be a drug company auditor, reviewing research studies at clinics to see if the staff are following the regulations, and looking for
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eLearning
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Virtual Microscope Companion
Virtual Microscope Companion
The Virtual Microscope Companion provides a self-guided exploration of a common laboratory microscope including its care, components, and usage. Learners can practice and test their knowledge in preparation for working with a real microscope. 
Green Fluorescent Protein (GFP)
Green Fluorescent Protein (GFP)
In this program, we’ll look at the production of Green Fluorescent Protein. GFP is used as a biological marker, and when attached to a drug it can provide researchers with a visual story of where the drug goes. It's a fluorescent dye that's very well tolerated by most cells and doesn't interfere
Drug Development Overview
Drug Development Overview
This eLearning module will give you an understanding of the process used to develop drugs and why it costs so much to bring a new drug to your pharmacy.
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eLearning
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Lab Safety
Lab Safety
Lab Safety is a scenario-based learning object in which you help your virtual lab partner, Maxine, work safely in the lab.
Zombie College: The 5 Rules of Lab Safety
Zombie College: The 5 Rules of Lab Safety
The zombie apocalypse has started because students failed to follow the 5 Rules of Lab Safety! But you can set things right by working safely in the lab to find a cure. For even more Zombie College action, check out the full site at:  
Spectrophotometry
Spectrophotometry
This interactive lesson covers the basics of Spectrophotometry including: a general overview of spectrophotometry, operation of a spectrophotometer, basic components, and common safety considerations.
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BioNetwork Capstone Center
Capstone Center
Capstone Center in Raleigh is BioNetwork's premiere worker training facility.  At Capstone, fundamental scientific understanding meets hands-on application.  Our industry-experienced instructors lead courses in bioprocessing, quality control, compliance, cGMP, analytical chemistry, and microbiology
Lab Safety Lesson 1: Proper Dress and PPE
Lab Safety Lesson 1: Proper Dress and PPE
The lab environment is hazardous by nature. The actual risk is largely determined by you and those working with you. It's your responsibility to know and follow the rules and be able to recognize potential safety hazards. The first consideration is proper dress. What you wear in the lab can help
Lab Safety Lesson 5: Safe Chemical Handling
Lab Safety Lesson 5: Safe Chemical Handling
It's vital that you prepare for each lab activity by determining the possible risks, donning the right PPE, and be aware of any protective measures and emergency responses that are pertinent for the chemicals that you'll be working with. • Eye protection • Transporting chemicals • Lab aprons and
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BioNetwork Capstone Center
Capstone Center
Capstone Center in Raleigh is BioNetwork's premiere worker training facility.  At Capstone, fundamental scientific understanding meets hands-on application.  Our industry-experienced instructors lead courses in bioprocessing, quality control, compliance, cGMP, analytical chemistry, and microbiology
Golden LEAF Biomanufacturing Training and Education Center
Golden LEAF BTEC: Knowledge in Action
The Golden LEAF Biomanufacturing Training and Education Center (BTEC) in Raleigh is home to two top-tier learning organizations: NC State and BioNetwork. Through this unique partnership, learners from a wide range of backgrounds can find the right educational program to meet their career goals, and
Lab Safety Lesson 1: Proper Dress and PPE
Lab Safety Lesson 1: Proper Dress and PPE
The lab environment is hazardous by nature. The actual risk is largely determined by you and those working with you. It's your responsibility to know and follow the rules and be able to recognize potential safety hazards. The first consideration is proper dress. What you wear in the lab can help
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Lab Safety Lesson 1: Proper Dress and PPE
Lab Safety Lesson 1: Proper Dress and PPE
The lab environment is hazardous by nature. The actual risk is largely determined by you and those working with you. It's your responsibility to know and follow the rules and be able to recognize potential safety hazards. The first consideration is proper dress. What you wear in the lab can help
Aseptic Gowning for the Cleanroom
Aseptic Gowning for the Cleanroom
One of the primary safeguards that life science companies use to help prevent contamination in cleanroom operations is Gowning. Gowning is basically putting on clothing -- in this case layers of specially designed garments, covers, masks and gloves -- that isolates your body from the clean room
BioNetwork Capstone Center
Capstone Center
Capstone Center in Raleigh is BioNetwork's premiere worker training facility.  At Capstone, fundamental scientific understanding meets hands-on application.  Our industry-experienced instructors lead courses in bioprocessing, quality control, compliance, cGMP, analytical chemistry, and microbiology
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EASE (Effective Authentic Science Event)
EASE (Effective Authentic Science Event)
Would you like to host hundreds of prospective students on your college campus for a fun day of science and mystery?  EASE (Effective Authentic Science Event) is a one-day outreach program for middle school students with the goal of showing them that science is fun, and that the local community
Piguliar Investigation
A PIGuliar Investigation
Zoonosis (a disease that can be transmitted to humans from animals) in swine are increasingly becoming a global public health concern. In this activity students will be introduced to a swine influenza outbreak, the potential dangers it poses to the human population, and perform electrophoresis of
PCR Informatics
PCR Informatics
Using a PV92 PCR Informatics Kit, students will use real–world forensic techniques to extract DNA from their hair follicles or cheek cells, and then use PCR amplification and electrophoresis to fingerprint their own DNA at a specific genetic locus. Using their own results, students test the Hardy–
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Piguliar Investigation
A PIGuliar Investigation
Zoonosis (a disease that can be transmitted to humans from animals) in swine are increasingly becoming a global public health concern. In this activity students will be introduced to a swine influenza outbreak, the potential dangers it poses to the human population, and perform electrophoresis of
EASE (Effective Authentic Science Event)
EASE (Effective Authentic Science Event)
Would you like to host hundreds of prospective students on your college campus for a fun day of science and mystery?  EASE (Effective Authentic Science Event) is a one-day outreach program for middle school students with the goal of showing them that science is fun, and that the local community
PCR Informatics
PCR Informatics
Using a PV92 PCR Informatics Kit, students will use real–world forensic techniques to extract DNA from their hair follicles or cheek cells, and then use PCR amplification and electrophoresis to fingerprint their own DNA at a specific genetic locus. Using their own results, students test the Hardy–
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  • 1 of 2
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Activities
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EASE (Effective Authentic Science Event)
EASE (Effective Authentic Science Event)
Would you like to host hundreds of prospective students on your college campus for a fun day of science and mystery?  EASE (Effective Authentic Science Event) is a one-day outreach program for middle school students with the goal of showing them that science is fun, and that the local community
Missy Baker is Missing!
Missy Baker is Missing!
In this course, students will help police investigators solve a crime mystery by matching forensic DNA samples to a missing person’s genetic material. This lab introduces students to the essential molecular biology techniques of PCR (polymerase chain reaction) and DNA gel electrophoresis. It
PCR Informatics
PCR Informatics
Using a PV92 PCR Informatics Kit, students will use real–world forensic techniques to extract DNA from their hair follicles or cheek cells, and then use PCR amplification and electrophoresis to fingerprint their own DNA at a specific genetic locus. Using their own results, students test the Hardy–
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