How to make use of our services

To make use of our services, please get in touch with the EM Unit to initiate a discussion about your project. This conversation will help us determine how electron microscopy (EM) can be effectively employed to address the specific question in your project.

Important considerations include:

Sample type

Number of samples

Sample preparation methodology

Timeline

Data analysis and interpretation

Expected results

Kindly complete an EM Request Form and submit it along with your samples.

Important Notes:

1:         Please be aware that the EM Unit is open to research collaboration. If you are interested in partnering with us, kindly discuss this with a member of our staff.

2:         Any research published utilizing EM Unit instruments must include the following acknowledgement statement: "The authors acknowledge the use of the Electron Microscopy Unit at the University of Pretoria." Additionally, it is a requirement to provide EM Unit staff with an electronic copy of any publication resulting from the use of EM Unit equipment.