Self Service User Overview
At the Nebraska Center for Biotechnology Proteomics and Metabolomics Facility, we offer our University of Nebraska users the opportunity to access our facility instrumentation for self-service work as a more cost-effective alternative to our full-service offerings. It also allows users the chance to gain meaningful training and experience working with state-of-the-art mass spectrometry equipment.
To become a self-service user, a consultation meeting with the PMF Director is required to discuss the scope and feasibility of the intended project. The user will be expected to complete safety training, instrument training or familiarization (based on the user’s technical background), and successfully pass a proficiency test. Users will need to follow the approved method developed and agreed to during training, and get any changes approved by the Director. Users can book time on the instrument by emailing the Director to check on instrument availability.
Please refer to the self service user section of our Policies and Procedures Manual for instrument policies and additional instructions. See also our Policies and Procedures page for additional details.
If you have any questions or want to start the process, you can find our contact information in the "CONTACT US" tab. For pricing, see the "SERVICE FEES" page.
Self Service Offering
Initial Training:
The facility offers training for the walk-in equipment, including the Infinity II UPLC, QTRAP 6500+, and GCMS. Refer to the usage and sign-up policy documents below for more information.
- Upon completion of their safety training courses, users can schedule a time to have one-on-one training on the instrument they desire to use.
- As part of training, users will become proficient in the use of the instrument for their desired outcome, and will have assistance in developing their method.
- During training, users will be required to provide the materials necessary to set up their method, which will be developed as part of their training.
- Users can ask for additional training as needed over the course of their project.