Policies

Confocal Scanning Laser/Multiphoton Microscope

1. This is a partially self-service facility and requires responsibility and consideration among users. Sign up in the log book before using the system.

2. No user will get access to the LSM410 confocal microscope without training. Training is directed at preparing users to be knowledgable and independent users.

3. Clean up after you are done. This includes cleaning objectives (use lens tissue and approved lens cleaning solution), counter tops and removing all your materials.

4. Save all your images/data on your own disks and erase each day's files from the microscope's computer.

5. Record the time when you begin turning on the instrument as your start time in the log and when you finish AND leave the room as your end time. If you return to just use the computer for ANY reason re-sign back in and then out when you finish, Using just the computer is the same as using the whole instrument and there is no difference in the fees charged. A workstation (BartANAT) in RES 222 has all the same software as the microscope at a reduced fee schedule ($5/hr).

6. Adhere to the schedule as closely as possible. Remove your name from the schedule ASAP if you can't make it. If you must cancel within 3 hours of your start time please call the next person on the schedule by phone and also call one of the following: I-Fen Chang(x0229), Larry Oakford(x2066) or Shaoyou Chu(x2036).

7. The director will help you but will not run experiments for you. Staff assisted imaging is available for service charges with arrangements.

8. Sample preparation, image analysis and file archiving is solely the user's responsibility.

9. Report any problem immediately to facility staff: Shaoyou Chu (x2036), I-Fen Chang (x0229) or Larry Oakford (x2066) for proper care of the system.