Biological Analyses

Bigelow Laboratory is a global leader in aquatic biological analysis that pioneered the use of flow cytometry in marine science and continues to advance the study of planktonic and microbial life. Our services support high-resolution assessment of microbial and plankton communities in marine and freshwater environments.

From foundational monitoring to the development of cutting-edge analytical methods, our team supports research, training, and long-term ecosystem assessment with precision and innovation.

Services Available:

• Bacteria enumeration
• Cell imaging
• Cell sorting for biochemical and molecular analysis (e.g., phytoplankton, bacteria, and viruses)
• Chlorophyll a (fluorescence-based)
• Microplankton determination (using imaging cytometry)
• Phytoplankton enumeration
• Phytoplankton functional group identification (using flow cytometry)
• Spectral flow cytometry (full emission spectrum of cells)
• Zooplankton identification and enumeration
• Zooplankton biomass
• Zooplankton size frequency distributions
• Viral particle enumeration