Virology

IITRI scientists conduct a wide variety of virology tests in their biosafety level-2 (BSL-2) and BSL-3 virology laboratories. Our library of virus strains includes representatives from most of the major virus Families, with multiple strains available for many of the viruses. We specialize in the conduct of non-standard, custom assay designs, and offer a wide range of both in vitro and in vivo testing capabilities.

Areas of Expertise Include:

• Antiviral Drug Screening
• Single Drug and Multi-Drug Combinations
• Virucidal Testing
• Vaccine Efficacy and Potency Assessment
• In Vivo Models
• Real-Time PCR Virus Detection Assay Development (TaqMan, SmartCycler, LightCycler)
• Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) Laboratories
• Biosafety Level 3 (BSL-3) Laboratories
• Animal BSL-2 and BSL-3 Rooms
• Extensive library, multiple strains and surrogates of NIH A, B, and C pathogens
• The facility is registered with the CDC and USDA under 42 CFR 73 for select agents, with all pertinent requirements for such animal facilities, in addition to AAALAC accreditation and OLAW assurance