How do I get access?

The application process for internal researchers is as follows:

• A. Feasibility discussion of your problem, samples and project with a member of X-ray Facility staff *this is essential before you make a proposal*;

• B. Addition to Blackboard Facility site, reading the tips for experimental design document and aligned information. All of the Centre information is hosted on Blackboard - please get in touch if you would like to be added;

• C. Completion of the mandatory training on Blackboard (lab induction currently not occurring due to COVID):

• i) Agreement to user rules and responsibilities, and Facility terms and conditions,

• ii) Safety Training Centre (which includes mandatory health and safety information);

• D. Completing and submitting relevant risk assessments and COSHH for your samples/experiments - these should be added to the X-ray CT RA and COSHH Google Drive folders (contact Ria to be added to the folder);

• E. Completing the Academic Support Form/Unfunded Access Form;

• F. Submitting the online (Google Form) Proposal Application Form.

• By submitting this form you agree to the Terms & Conditions of using the Facility.

The PC workstations can be booked via our booking system - please contact us to request access to the system.

If you would like to get in touch, please email us at STCXCT@Sheffield.ac.uk.

• External researchers and commercial/industry users:

Please get in touch at STCXCT@Sheffield.ac.uk

Core Facility opening hours

9:00 - 16:00, Monday to Friday. Remote access to workstations will be available 24/7.