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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Clearing (1-6 Samples Per Run) | $345 / Run |
| Clearing + Antibody Labeling (1-6 Samples Per Run) | $525 / Run |
| Cleared Tissue Imaging (Service) | $35 / Hour |
Spatialomics
For more information about Spatialomics pricing please follow the instructions below to get in touch with UIC staff.
MIBI
Researchers interested in MIBI technology should submit a consultation request through the UIC Training and Services form.
GeoMx DSP & Visium
Contact the UMN Spatialomics team at spatialomics@umn.edu to schedule a consultation.
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 |
| Fluorescence Slide Scanning |
$40 / Slide Non-standard requests will be treated as assisted imaging and incur additional costs. |
Poster & 3D Printing
| Service | UMN Rate |
|---|---|
| Poster Printing (Standard Paper) | $6.00 / Sq. Ft. |
| Poster Printing (Photo Gloss) | $7.25 / Sq. Ft. |
| Poster Printing (Water Resistant Poly Cloth) | $8.50 / Sq. Ft. |
| 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 |