The Bayview Immunomics Core (BIC) was initially established in 2008 as a flow cytometry core to meet the biomedical research needs of Johns Hopkins Investigators located on the Bayview Campus. We have since expanded to include immunoassays and renamed the core the BIC.
The BIC is directed by Felipe Andrade, MD, PhD, and the flow cytometry service center is managed by Hong Wang, PhD, and Marta Escarra Senmarti, PhD. Together, they provide rigorous quality control, expert guidance, and personalized support for a wide range of applications.
The core is uniquely embedded among research groups interested in problems related to immune based human diseases and relevant animal models and promotes an interactive and collaborative approach.
We are currently equipped with a Cytek Aurora 5-laser spectral flow cytometer, featuring violet (405 nm), blue (488 nm), yellow-green (561 nm), red (640 nm), and UV (355 nm) lasers. This advanced platform enables the simultaneous detection of up to 40 fluorescence parameters. Its full-spectrum detection and sophisticated unmixing algorithms allow for flexible, high-dimensional panel design—ideal for applications ranging from deep immunophenotyping to rare population analysis across a variety of sample types.
Free consultation services are available to assist researchers with panel design, troubleshooting, and data analysis.
We also have on site a Meso Scale System capable of sensitive (subnanogram) multiplex based detection of soluble mediators in fuid sources. Meso Scale developed an electrochemiluminescence-based detection system that offers several advantages in comparison to standard ELISAs including high sensitivity, a broad dynamic range, low background and increased reproducibility. This instrument employs standard or custom plates, and assays can be run and read by core or investigator’s lab staff. Access requires an initial consult.
Mission Statement:
The Johns Hopkins Bayview Immunomics Core was formed to support the research initiatives of Johns Hopkins Bayview Faculty and staff. We are committed to providing state-of-the art technology and staff support to address current flow cytometry, cell sorting, immunomics applications and new strategies. Please feel free to contact us.
