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All users must have an account on iLab in order to schedule instruments and training.

Learn more about iLab and how to sign up.

Trained users can reserve imaging equipment 24/7 on iLab.

Please review the Advanced Light Microscopy Core rules.

For those using the SBHSE Shared Core managed by the RMIF, please review the Regenerative Medicine Facility Use Guidelines.

Biodesign Imaging Facility

Most imaging is conducted by trained users. However, for complex or limited projects, imaging services are also available. All core use is initiated by a brief consultation. To schedule a consultation contact [email protected].

Regenerative Medicine and Bioimaging Facility

The majority of imaging conducted in the Regenerative Medicine and Bioimaging Facility is by trained users but additional services can also be requested by ASU and external customers. All training requests must be preceded by a brief consultation. To schedule a consultation, either submit a service request or contact [email protected].

List of available services:

• Instrument training
• ICC/IHC sample preparation training
• Project consultation
• Histological sample preparation
• Fixed cell or tissue confocal imaging
• Histology color camera imaging
• Microtome/cryostat tissue sectioning

Required safety trainings

Initial training is provided through Workday Learning. Customers from outside of ASU will receive access after onboarding with Core Research Facilities staff. Contact [email protected] with any questions.

Once you have access, you will need to complete the following training before working in our labs.

• Fire Safety
• Hazardous Waste Training
• Laboratory Safety
• Biosafety and Bloodborne Pathogens

Customers may use the instruments independently following the appropriate required training or submit samples for imaging by facility staff. Follow the instructions below to request services or training or to schedule equipment through iLab.

To submit service or imaging requests

1. Go to the Advanced Light Microscopy Core on iLab.
2. Sign in to iLab using the button in the upper-right-hand corner of the screen.
3. From the facility page, select the “Request Services/Training” tab.
4. Click on the appropriate “Request Service” option.
5. Complete and submit the form. Facility staff will review and assist.

To request training and access

1. Go to the Advanced Light Microscopy Core on iLab. 
2. Sign into iLab using the button in the upper-right-hand corner of the screen.
3. From the facility page, select the “Request Services/Training” tab, or select “Request Training” at the instrument listing under “Equipment and Scheduling.”
4. Once you are at the “Request Service” page, select “Equipment Training.”
5. Complete and submit the form. Facility staff will review and contact you to arrange training.

To schedule time on the equipment

1. Go to the Advanced Light Microscopy Core on iLab.
2. Sign into iLab using the button in the upper-right-hand corner of the screen.
3. Select the “Schedule Equipment” tab.
4. Click on the “View Schedule” button next to the instrument of interest.
5. Click and drag on the timeframe you would like to schedule your reservation.
6. A window will pop up that will allow you to verify your reservations details and provide payment information before saving the reservation.