Research Laboratories

CMRC has well equipped laboratories where researchers can independently conduct their experimental and laboratory work. At present, the following facilities are available:

Isolation, purification, and characterization of proteins, enzymes, antigens and antibodies employing the techniques of gel filtration, fast protein liquid chromatography (FPLC), electrophoresis, and is electric focusing (IEF).
- UV/VIS Spectrophotometery; Enzyme kinetics studies.
- Extraction, purification and characterization of DNA, RNA.
- Amplification of RNA/DNA by polymerase chain reaction (PCR).
- Detection of amplified products by ELISA and sub-marine gel electrophoresis.
- Manual DNA sequencing and STR typing.

Center for Laboratory Animals and Experimental Surgery (CLAES)Laboratory animals have played a key role in the advancement of the medical sciences. In the absence of human data, research involving laboratory animals is the only and most reliable means of evaluating the effects of a drug, trying a new surgical approach, or studying radiation effects. CLAES has a variety of species including rats, mice, rabbits, guinea pigs and dogs. Monkeys are going to be added soon to the list. Plans are underway to improve the animal housing according to international standards.  The X-ray and surgical facilities are being upgraded.

Data Analysis
Analysis and interpretation of scientific data is of fundamental importance in scientific research. CMRC has two highly skilled statisticians who can be approached to do any type of statistical consultation. They have made significant contributions in several CMRC and KACST approved research projects.

All of the above mentioned services and facilities are available throughout the year. CMRC is trying its best to improve the existing services to meet the new challenges, especially in the field of medical information and literature search.

In addition to creative thinking, element of curiosity and instinct of innovation, scientific research work also requires concentration, recent knowledge and plenty of time. Conferences, symposia, workshops and clinical updates are the events which carry tremendous practical significance. These venues provide excellent opportunity and an amicable environment for learning, exchange of first-hand information, and improving knowledge and clinical skills. The participants have a chance to listen and interact with eminent scholars and speakers. In view of their great academic/professional need and importance, CMRC is planning to organize research conferences, symposia, workshops and seminars in the near future. It is hoped that these events will definitely improve the quality of research and medical care at our institution.

Medical science has made tremendous progress over the past few years. The concept of molecular medicine has completely changed the medical practice. Molecular diagnosis and individually tailored gene therapy are shaping-up to replace the conventional laboratory diagnosis and broad spectrum antibiotic therapy.

We have already witnessed the transition from chromosomes to genes. Stem cell research and its limited trials have already been allowed in some countries. The art and science of medicine and medical practice both are miraculously changing. Exhaustive efforts are needed to cope-up with the growing needs for better health care and a healthy future. CMRC is ready to provide every possible facility to meet this challenge.

Finally, I would like to extend my sincere appreciation and thanks to Prof. Mohammed M. Al-Mugeiren, Dean of the College of Medicine and the Supervisor of University Hospitals, King Saud University, for his skillful guidance and continuous support of CMRC. I am also grateful to Prof. Ali Bin Saeed Al-Ghamdi, Dean, Scientific Research at King Saud University, for his keen interest, valuable suggestions and financial support. I would also like to extend my deepest thanks and warmest regards to all members of the CMRC Board, and the Research Ethics Committee, for devoting their precious time to review the research proposals and participate in the board meetings.