Rates
The University Imaging Centers (UIC) is open to investigators and projects of members of the University of Minnesota community as well as external researchers.
For more information on using our facilities and the associated policies, please read through our policy page.
UIC Instrument Location Abbreviations:
- CCRB = Cancer and Cardiovascular Research Building
- JH = Jackson Hall
- SH = Snyder Hall
Light Microscopy
| Instrument | UIC Location | Category | UMN Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nikon AX R | CCRB | Tier 3 | $40 / Hour |
| Leica Stellaris | WMBB | Tier 3 | $55 / Hour |
| Leica SP5 MP | CCRB | Tier 3 | $55 / Hour |
| Nikon A1R w/ FLIM | CCRB | Tier 3 | $55 / Hour |
| Nikon A1RMP HD | JH | Tier 3 | $55 / Hour |
| Nikon A1Rsi HD w/SIM | JH | Tier 3 | $55 / Hour |
| Leica LMD 6500 | CCRB | Tier 2 | $30 / Hour |
| Nikon AX R | SH | Tier 2 | $30 / Hour |
| Nikon AZ100M | JH | Tier 2 | $30 / Hour |
| Nikon C2+ | CCRB | Tier 2 | $30 / Hour |
| Olympus FV1000 BX2 | JH | Tier 2 | $30 / Hour |
| Olympus FV1000 IX2 | JH | Tier 2 | $30 / Hour |
| Zeiss Spinning Disk Confocal | JH | Tier 2 | $30 / Hour |
| Nikon A1si | SH | Tier 1 | $10 / Hour |
| Nikon Ti-E | CCRB | Tier 1 | $10 / Hour |
| Nikon Ti-2 | CCRB | Tier 1 | $10 / Hour |
| Nikon 90i | SH | Tier 1 | $10 / Hour |
| Nikon AZ100 C1si | SH | Tier 1 | $10 / Hour |
| Nikon AZ100M | JH | Tier 1 | $10 / Hour |
| Panoptiq Imaging System | JH | Tier 1 | $10 / Hour |
| Zeiss Widefield & TIRF | JH | Tier 1 | $10 / Hour |
Tissue Clearing & Imaging
| Service | UMN Rate |
|---|---|
| XCLARITY Clearing (1-6 Samples) | $400 / Run |
| XCLARITY Clearing + Antibody Labeling (1-6 samples) | $650 / Run |
| PEGASOS Clearing Run Labor (1-6 samples) | $300 / Run |
| PEGASOS Clearing Run Reagents | $15 / Sample |
| SmartBatch+ Endogenous Run Labor (1-12 samples) | $100 / Run |
| SmartBatch+ Endogenous Run Reagents | $75 / Sample |
| SmartBatch+ Immunolabeling Run Labor (1-12 samples) | $300 / Run |
| SmartBatch+ Immunolabeling Run Reagents | $200 / Sample |
| RS-G4 | $35 / Hour |
| Cleared Tiling LightSheet (CTLS) | $35 / Hour |
Samples that require additional UIC staff assisted preparation and validation may be subject to additional hourly labor fees.
Spatialomics
Nanostring GeoMx DSP
| Service | UMN Rate |
| Staining Run (1-12 Slides) | $1,200 |
| Imaging Run (1-4 Slides) | $650 |
Visium CytAssist
| Service | UMN Rate |
| CytAssist - Staining Run Labor* | $450 / Run (1-2 Slides) |
| CytAssist Reagent Kit - FFPE Spatial Gene Expression 6.5mm, Mouse | $2,925 / Slide** |
| CytAssist Reagent Kit - FFPE Spatial Gene Expression 6.5mm, Human | $3,225 / Slide** |
*CytAssist service costs consists of staining run labor + per slide reagents.
** Introductory promotional pricing! In partnership with 10X Genomics we are celebrating the launch of our Visium CytAssist service with a 25% per slide discount on reagent kits. Take advantage of this offer while supplies last! Services are processed on a first come, first served basis. Staining run labor does not qualify for a discount.
Live Cell Imaging
IncuCyte SX5 - JH
Per plate duration rate model has costs decreasing 15% every 24 hours until a maximum reduction of 75%.
Examples:
1 plate - 72 hour (3 day) experiment: $55 + $46.75 + $38.50 = $140.25.
1 plate - 168 hour (1 week) experiment: $55 + 46.75 + $38.50 + 30.25 + $22 + $13.75 + $13.75 = $220
| Hours | UMN Daily Rate |
|---|---|
| 24 | $55 |
| 48 | $46.75 |
| 72 | $38.50 |
| 96 | $30.25 |
| 120 | $22 |
| 144 | $13.75 |
| 168+ | $13.75 |
Nikon Biostation - JH
$55 / Dish
Small Animal Imaging
| Instrument | UIC Location | UMN Rate |
|---|---|---|
| IVIS Spectrum | CCRB & JH | $60 / Hour |
| IVIS 100 | CCRB | $60 / Hour |
| Vevo 2100 | CCRB & JH | $60 / Hour |
| Sofie G8 | CCRB | $125 / Hour |
Molecular Biology Imaging
| Instrument | UIC Location | UMN Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Typhoon | JH | $45 / Hour |
| Amersham 600UV | JH | $45 / Hour |
| Maestro | SH | $45 / Hour |
Electron Microscopy
| Instrument | UIC Location | UMN Rate |
|---|---|---|
| JEOL 1440 Plus TEM | SH | $115 / Hour |
| Hitachi S3500N SEM | SH | $65 / Hour |
| Hitachi S3500N SEM (Cryo Mode) | SH | $85 / Hour |
| Microtome | SH | $20 / Hour |
| Sputter Coater | SH | $20 / Run |
| Critical Point Dryer | SH | $20 / Run |
| Service | UMN Rate |
|---|---|
| TEM: Sample-to-Plastic (Standard) | $325 / Run (1-4 Samples/Run) |
| TEM: Sample-to-Plastic (Particles) | $400 / Run (1-4 Samples/Run) |
| TEM: Sample-to-Plastic (Immunochemistry) | $275 / Run (1-4 Samples/Run) |
|
TEM: Stained Thin Sections (Price in addition to Sample-to-Plastic) |
$35 / Sample |
|
TEM: Negative Staining (Includes 30 minutes of imaging) Additional samples, alternative processing methods, and/or additional scope time will incur additional costs. |
$100 / Sample |
| SEM: Sample-to-Coated-Stub (Standard) | $325 / Run (1-4 Samples/Run) |
| SEM: Sample-to-Coated-Stub (Standard) | $275 / Run (1-4 Samples/Run) |
| Serial Block-Face SEM Sample Preparation | $500 / Run (1-4 Samples/Run |
| SEM: Cut, Dry, Mount, Coat (Small) | $50 / Stub |
| SEM: Cut, Dry, Mount, Coat (Large) | $100 / Stub |
| Additional Staff Microtomy | $55 / Hour |
| Immunogold Cytohistochemistry Technical Time | $55 / Hour |
Training, Technical Assistance, and Image Analysis
| Service | UMN Rate |
|---|---|
| Training (Flat fee for up to 2 users) | $150 / Instrument |
| Technical Assistance | $55 / Hour |
| UIC Staff Performed Image Analysis | $55 / Hour |
Slide Scanning
| Service | UMN Rate |
|---|---|
| Brightfield Slide Scanning (1" x 3") | $23 / Slide |
| Brightfield Slide Scanning (2" x 3") | $45 / Slide |
| Widefield Fluorescence Slide Scanning (1" x 3") | $35 / Slide |
| RNAscope Slide Scanning (1" x 3") | Hourly instrument time + tech time* |
*Due to higher magnification, varying regions of interest, and overall scan time, RNAscope costs are determined by the hourly rate of the instrument and technician time.
Poster & 3D Printing
| Service | UMN Rate |
|---|---|
| Poster Printing (Standard Paper) | $6.00 / Sq. Ft. |
| Poster Printing (Water Resistant Poly Cloth) | $8.50 / Sq. Ft. |
| Poster Rush Services | See turnaround information |
| 3D Printing | Contact us |
Sample Preparation
| Instrument | UIC Location | UMN Rate |
|---|---|---|
| PELCO easiSlicer Vibratome | CCRB | No Charge |
| Sputter Coater | SH | $20 / Run |
| Leica Ultracut Ultramicrotome | SH | $20 / Hour |
| Critical Point Dryer | SH | $20 / Run |
| Leica CM1800 Cryostat | SH | No Charge |
| Pella Biowave Pro Microwave Processor | CCRB & SH | $10 / Hour |