TraCe Services is a URochester Service Center providing researchers with the tools, expertise, and resources needed to adopt and advance µSiM and hToC chip technologies and tissue models. built on them. Our support spans materials, methods, training, and design assets to help laboratories build robust, reproducible, and physiologically relevant models. If you think you might be interested, please inquire.
What We Offer
- µSiM & hToC Devices and Components: Access to the TraCe Chip Shop for ordering µSiM and hToC components and related accessories and toolkits.
- Hands-on Training: Structured instruction in device assembly, multicellular culture, shear/flow workflows, imaging, and functional assays.
- Artwork Libraries: BioRender and Adobe Illustrator assets for µSiM and hToC schematics, workflows, and figure preparation.
- Protocols & Validated SOPs: Quality-system–aligned protocols for µSiM and hToC workflows—including barrier models, inflammatory challenges, imaging, and immune-cell trafficking.
- Expert Consultation: Ongoing troubleshooting and technical support through virtual or in-person meetings with TraCe-bMPS staff.
- Computational & Online Resources: Calculators, design files, workflow guides, and analysis tools for µSiM and hToC platforms.
- Custom Model Development: Guidance and support for adapting µSiM/hToC platforms to custom tissue and disease-specific applications.
