The Cell Media Facility provides economical materials that are required for the growth of bacteria, yeast, and cultured cells.   Services include classic and custom cell culture medium, solid media plates, competent cells, cryogenic cell storage, charcoal-dextran treatment of serum, and cell culture training.  Instrumentation includes the Storm, a laser-based scanner for storage phosphor and fluorescent imaging.  The facility also features a complete biosafety level 2 cell culture work area that may be utilized by any researcher who lacks such equipment.