Bioanalysis Center - UNT

The Bioanalysis Center at the University of North Texas is a research core facility that provides expert support in experimental design and comprehensive sample analysis for academic and industry partners. Operating under a fee-for-service model, the center utilizes a range of advanced laboratory techniques, including automated chemistry assays, enzyme-based assays, protein analysis via Luminex and ELISA, flow cytometry, and molecular analysis of DNA and RNA. Additionally, the center offers support services such as supplement preparation, Redcap survey design, data interpretation, and long-term sample storage. It is directed by Dr. Brian K. McFarlin, a Professor of Exercise Physiology and Nutrition, and emphasizes a translational approach that bridges laboratory science with real-world applications in nutrition, chronic disease prevention, and biomarker discovery.

The center functions as a critical resource for researchers looking to validate experimental outcomes, perform claims testing, or conduct complex bioanalytical studies. By providing flexible access to its instrumentation and expertise, the Bioanalysis Center enables partners to conduct rigorous research on blood, serum, tissue, and other biological samples. Its services cater to internal university projects as well as external academic and industrial research needs, supporting diverse use cases from basic assays to complex molecular and microbiome analysis. The center's established protocols and professional guidance help ensure that projects meet high scientific standards for both internal research and external commercial claims.