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Service Request

To request a consultation, assistance, or training on one of the three microscopes (Nikon AXR/STED, Nikon SoRa, Zeiss LSM880), please be aware of the current workflow:

  1. Decide on an instrument you would like to use. Please see instrument comparisons here.
  2. Decide if you need an assisted session or would like to be trained. Please see the policies and session descriptions here.
  3. Fill out this service request intake form.
  4. Emery and/or Sandy will then be in contact with you within 48 hours. Depending on your needs or sample description, you may have some follow-up questions or a meeting.
  5. Set a use date/time! If you are trained, you will then have access to the facility and the appropriate scheduler.