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Aseptic Technique: Importance and Applications in Ecotoxicology Research

Learn about aseptic technique from Prof. Helen Poynton, focusing on preventing contamination in cultures to study environmental pollutants' effects on species. Explore key considerations and uses of aseptic technique in scientific research.

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Aseptic Technique: Importance and Applications in Ecotoxicology Research

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  1. Prof. Helen Poynton • Assistant Professor of Molecular Ecotoxicology, School for the Environment • Her Focus: studying genomics to understand the effects of environmental pollutants and the consequences on species

  2. What is Aseptic technique? • ensure safety • prevent infections • prevent contamination in culture from microbes in the environment (e.g., dust, sneeze and skin)

  3. What things to consider? • Sterile work area • Good hygiene • Sterile reagents and media • Sterile handling • Creating a barrier e.g. Bunsen burner, a hood

  4. Uses of Aseptic Technique? • To Inoculate a broth • To Pour plates • To streak plates • Pipetting

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