In addition, IBRT formed a network of faculty linking the broad range of expertise that exists within the University to make it available to industry and other institutions throughout the region. Thus, IBRT has always emphasized performance and practical results. In keeping with its mission, IBRT's primary goals are to maintain flexibility so that it can respond to new technological developments and to ensure that its core facilities can continue to provide research services at a reasonable cost. The core facilities are available on a fee for service basis to individuals throughout the state and elsewhere in the nation. In response to the changing needs of researchers, new facilities and services have been added, while others have been discontinued.
Unit cost is kept low as a result of continuing efforts to increase the use of the facilities.
Thus, both clients and researchers benefit from the increased use. The Biotechnology Training Laboratory, operated by IBRT, is available for scientists who are interested in incorporating new technologies into their research programs. In addition, IBRT provides consulting services for businesses and individuals who are interested in the use of new technologies. Consulting and training programs can be tailored to meet the specific needs and blanket consulting contracts are available to industries interested in access to university faculty expertise.