Rates
University of Minnesota Researchers
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.
Overview
The University Imaging Centers charges UMN researchers hourly fees to use instrumentation. These fees partially defray ongoing operating costs including, in part, for staff who oversee and maintain the instruments. Additional fees apply for service work, training, and technicnal assistance. UMN researchers are able to utilize UIC resources at significantly reduced cost because the UIC receives support from several UMN departments, colleges and research grants.
In order to track usage and charges, the UIC utilizes iLab operations software, a modular, web-based, asset management software tool designed to support operations for centralized labs and shared research facilities. This system is essential for reporting usage of UIC resources.
For the purposes of funding and justification, it is important that if you use the University Imaging Centers services for any aspect of your research, teaching, or publication, you acknowledge those services as having been provided by the University Imaging Centers at the University of Minnesota and thanking the appropriate staff. Learn more about acknowledging the UIC.
Light Microscopy
| Instrument Categories |
UMN Rates |
| Tier 1 | $10 / Hour |
| Tier 2 | $55 / Hour |
| Tier 3 | $75 / Hour |
| Category Inclusions: | ||
| Tier 1: | Tier 2 | Tier 3 |
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Tissue Clearing & Imaging
| Services |
UMN Rates |
| Clearing (1-6 Samples Per Run) | $345 / Run |
| Clearing + Antibody Labeling (1-6 Samples Per Run) | $525 / Run |
| Cleared Tissue Imaging (Performed by UIC Staff) | $35 / Hour |
MIBI & Spatialomics
Due to the complexity of MIBI and Spatialomic experiments, please contact us at uic-staff@umn.edu to discuss your project.
IncuCyte SX5 & Nikon Biostation
IncuCyte SX5
Per plate duration rate model has costs decreasing 15% every 24 hours until a maximum reduction of 75%.
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Hours |
24 |
48 |
72 |
96 |
120 |
144 |
168+ |
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Daily Rate |
$55 |
$46.75 |
$38.50 |
$30.25 |
$22 |
$13.75 |
$13.75 |
Per Plate Duration Cost 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
Nikon Biostation
$55 / Plate
Small Animal Imaging
| Instruments |
UMN Rates |
| IVIS Spectrum | $60 / Hour |
| IVIS 100 | $60 / Hour |
| Vevo 2100 | $60 / Hour |
| Sofie G8 | $125 / Hour |
Molecular Biology Imaging
| Instrument Categories |
UMN Rates |
| Typhoon | $45 / Hour |
| Amersham 600UV | $45 / Hour |
| Maestro | $45 / Hour |
Electron Microscopy
| Instruments |
UMN Rates |
| JEOL 1440 Plus TEM | $115 / Hour |
| Hitachi S3500N SEM | $65 / Hour |
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• SEM: Cryo
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$85 / Hour |
| Microtome | $20 / Hour |
| Sputter Coater | $20 / Run |
| Critical Point Dryer | $20 / Run |
| Services |
UMN Rates |
| TEM: Sample-to-Plastic (Standard) | $325 / (Price Per Run, 1-4 Samples/Run) |
| TEM: Sample-to-Plastic (Particles) | $400 / (Price Per Run, 1-4 Samples/Run) |
| TEM: Sample-to-Plastic (Immunochemistry) | $275 / (Price Per Run, 1-4 Samples/Run) |
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TEM: Stained Thin Sections
(Price in addition to Sample-to-Plastic)
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$35 / Sample |
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TEM: Negative Staining (Includes 30 minutes of imaging)* *Additional samples, alternate processing methods, and/or additional scope time will incur addtional costs. |
$100 / Sample |
| SEM: Sample to Coated Stub (Standard) | $325 / (Price Per Run, 1-4 Samples/Run) |
| SEM: Sample to Coated Stub (Particles) | $275 / (Price Per Run, 1-4 Samples/Run) |
| Serial Block-Face SEM Sample Preparation | $500 / (Price Per 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 Support
| Services |
UMN Rates |
| Training (Flat Fee for up to 2 Users)* | $150 / Instrument |
| Technical Assistance & Support | $55 / Hour |
| Advanced Technical Assistance & Support | $75 / Hour |
| * |
Basic Light Microscopy and Electron Microscopy training are excluded from the flat training fee.
These categories are subject to hourly technical assistance fees.
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Slide Scanning
| Services | UMN Rates |
| Brightfield Slide Scanning (1" x 3") | $23 / Slide |
| Brightfield Slide Scanning (2" x 3") | $45 / Slide |
| Fluorescence Slide Scanning | $50 / Slide |
Output Services
| Services | UMN Rates |
| Poster Printing (Standard Paper) | $6.00 / Sq. Ft. |
| Poster Printing (Photo Gloss) | $7.25 / Sq. Ft. |
| Poster Printing (Cloth) | $8.50 / Sq. Ft. |
| 3D Printing | Contact Alex Cramer. |
Sample Preparation
| Equipment | UMN Rates |
| PELCO easiSlicer Vibratome | No Charge |
| Sputter Coater | $20 / Run |
| Leica Ultracut Ultramicrotome | $20 / Hour |
| Critical Point Dryer | $20 / Run |
| Leica CM1800 Cryostat | No Charge |
| Pella Biowave Pro Microwave Processor | $10 / Hour |