Rate Information

All rates are subject to periodic review and change.  The below rates are effective January 1, 2025

Internal User Rates

Internal Base Rate
(Unassisted Use) 
Internal Rate
(Training & Assisted Use) 
Abberior STED $22.80/hr $89.80/hr
Leica SP8 Confocal $21.60/hr $88.60/hr
Nikon AXR + TIRF
$21.60/hr $88.60/hr
Leica Thunder Imager $11.40/hr $78.40/hr
Zeiss Lightsheet 7
$17.40/hr
$84.40/hr

Training is available for researchers who have samples prepared and are ready to be consistent users of an instrument.  Training sessions can accommodate up to two people.

Note:  Internal User is defined as a user of the facility’s services acting in an official capacity on behalf of the University of Connecticut.

External User Rates

If you are not affiliated with the University of Connecticut, you can still use our microscopes.  Please contact us for rates and information.