Cost

The Zeiss LSM 510 Meta Confocal Microscope system is available to all users on either a short term basis or as a regular user. Users may be trained to use the microscope on their own or may request operator assistance for each imaging session. Three fee structures are available depending upon the user's preference. Use of the microscope requires pre-booking through the online calendar, and approved training for unassisted use.

The fee scale below is currently under the review of the CSU Vice President's office.

Annual fee of $2,500 per registered user will allow trained users unlimited use of the instrument for a year (does NOT include operator assistance). Annual users may request operator assistance for an additional $40/h.

Hourly user's fee of $40/hr will allow trained users hourly use of the instrument(no operator assistance).

Hourly operator fee of $40/hr for instrument setup, collecting and analysis of images. Note: This is in addition to the hourly user's fee, $80/h for confocal use and operator assistance.

If you wish to use the confocal, with or without an operator, please fill out the attached form found HERE.