Frank Reidy Research Center for Bioelectrics Core Facility Policy

Registration

All users and their PI must be registered with the FRRCBE Core Lab for each specific instrument(s) they plan to use. If a user has not used an instrument in six or more consecutive months, a new notification or registration is required. Lack of notification or registration could lead to suspension of the accessibility to FRRCBE core facility.

Appointment and Log Book

All users must make an appointment and sign the log book each time using an instrument. An appointment is to ensure the availability of an instrument and to help the core supervisor managing the facility. The log book is used for billing purposes and for tracking the history of use for troubleshooting purposes.

Data Storage

Data storage is user's responsibility. Please transfer all data to your own disk and make sure the saved data are good to use. The FRRCBE core facility is not responsible for any type of data loss associated with delay of data transfer and verification.

Troubleshooting

If a problem arises from the operation of an instrument, look for assistance and do not troubleshoot on self-based guessing.

Safety

All users should be compliant with general laboratory safety rules and have completed proper course or trainings before using the core facility. Some of the training may include Laboratory Safety Training, Bloodborne Pathogens Safety Training, Radiation/Laser Safety Training. Users should also be attentive to the bio-hazardous, laser and high voltage signs in the working environment. ODU Office of Environmental Health and Safety is a good resource for information on occupational safety. https://www.odu.edu/ehs

Pricing and billing

FRRCBE Core Facility provides charge-based service. A standard rate is set at $30/hour for un-assisted use and $50/hour for core-assisted use for most instruments and services. Different rates may apply to special instruments and services. Please check with the Core Supervisor for the rate of the instrument you are planning on using. If a service is to be scheduled, be ready to provide the PI's contact info. An invoice will be sent out at the beginning of the month to settle the payment account for service completed in the previous month.

Acknowledgment

If you receive our support for your research, please include an acknowledgement for the FRRCBE Core Facility. Please notify us when your scholarly report, presentation, poster, or paper acknowledge our Facility. Acknowledgements are important for quantification of our facility impact and value. If a staff member has made a significant intellectual contribution beyond routine sample analysis, please consider co-authorship.