Become a Core User

All prospective users must be registered on iLab and trained by Core staff (and only by core staff) before using any core instrument.
EXTERNAL USER?
The instructions and costs listed on this page are for UCSF users only. Please instead refer to the External User Setup page linked below.
 

EXTERNAL User Instructions Here

Step One: Request Training

To request training, please follow the process outlined below:

I. Register in iLab (if you do not already have an account)
  1. Go to: https://ucsf.ilab.agilent.com/
  2. In the upper-right corner, click “Login”, then select “Click Here” under the UCSF employee option.
  3. You will be redirected to the UCSF authentication page. Enter your UCSF credentials and click “Login.”
  4. After logging in, you will be taken to the iLab registration page:
    • Select your PI/Lab
    • Verify and complete your contact information
  5. Submit your registration.
  6. Your PI or lab iLab account manager will be notified of your request.
    • They must approve your membership
    • They will also assign an account number for your use
II. Complete the Laser Safety Training (for confocal or light sheet systems)

For laser-based system you will need to complete the UC laser safety training. 

  1. Log in to the UC Learning Center: https://learning.ucsf.edu/elearning using your UCSF credentials.
  2. Search for “Laser Safety” trainings:
    1. If this is your first time, complete Laser Safety (Campus Users)
    2. If you’ve already completed it previously, take UCSF Campus Laser Safety – Refresher
  3. After completing the course, go to your Transcript page.
  4. Click the icon to the left of the training to download your certificate (“diploma”).
  5. Upload the diploma when prompted in your request.
  6. ⚠️ Make sure to keep your laser safety training up to date.
III. Create a Training Request Form
  1. Once your lab membership has been approved, go to: https://ucsf.ilab.agilent.com/service_center
  2. Click “Login” in the upper-right corner and sign in to your account.
  3. Select “Advanced Light Microscopy at the Weill Innovation Core.”
  4. Navigate to the Request Services tab, select “Training,” and initiate a request.
  5. Complete the required form before submitting your request to the Core.
  6. If you have not previously been trained on a laser system at the Innovation Core, you will need to upload your laser safety certificate.
  7. Make sure to click the “Submit” button at the very bottom of the page.

Step Two: Pre-training Consultation

Once we have received your training request, we will contact you to schedule a free pre-training consultation to discuss your project goals, imaging needs, and the appropriate systems for your use. From there, we will schedule training session(s).


Costs and Services

UCSF users only
All listed rates are per hour
Peak RatesOff Peak Rates
CSU-W1 SoRA Spinning Disk Confocal$45$29
Leica Stellaris 8 Tau STED $71$32
Leica Thunder Widefield Microscope $35$17
Leica Thunder Stereo Microscope $50$39
Molecular Devices Image Express Confocal HT.ai $58$45
Life Canvas SmartSPIM Light Sheet Microscope$58$45
Training / Consultation$121n/a
Innovation Core Workstations$18$15