The fees for the services of the Optical Microscopy Facility were set as follows on January 1, 2000. All users must provide an account to be charged before using the facility. Signed up time is charged whether or not it is used unless a replacement user is found. Each research group will receive up to 6 hours of initial training without added charges. Additional training will be available at the assisted use rate.
All users are responsible for properly maintaining the microscope.
Damage or problems must be reported promptly to the facility staff. Research groups may be charged for repairs caused by improper use including failure to clean optics properly. Pre-existing problems must be reported immediately to avoid being charged. Users will be billed for reserved time unless it is canceled at least one day in advance or used by another group. Billing will be generated at the end of each month and processed through the Biochemistry Department.