Instrument Scheduling & User Fees
Requesting Instrument Time
Access to the Advanced FT-IR User Facility is available to all Oklahoma State University researchers, external academic institutions, and industry partners. Due to the high demand and the specialized nature of our time-resolved laser setups, all instrument time must be scheduled in advance.
To request instrument time, training, or staff-assisted measurements, please complete our online scheduling form. A facility manager will review your request and contact you to confirm your booking or discuss experimental details.
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User Fees Structure
The Advanced FT-IR User Facility operates as a shared resource. User fees are implemented to cover routine maintenance, liquid nitrogen for detectors, basic optical supplies, and staff time.
Rates vary depending on your affiliation and whether you will be conducting the measurements yourself or sending prepared samples.
User Fee Per Day
Option 1
(User does own measurements)
| User Category | Half day | Full day |
|---|---|---|
| OSU FTIR Users | $85 | $130 |
| Non-OSU academic users | $100 | $155 |
| Business users | $170 | $260 |
User Fee
Option 2
(Users will send prepared protein samples)
| User Category | 1-3 samples | 4-10 samples | >11 samples |
|---|---|---|---|
| OSU FTIR Users | $85 / 3 samples | $20 per sample | $16 per sample |
| Non-OSU academic users | $100 / 3 samples | $23 per sample | $20 per sample |
| Business users | $170 / 3 samples | $40 per sample | $30 per sample |