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Area of Science:

  • Life Science Research
  • Scientific Infrastructure

Background:

  • Centralized core facilities are increasingly vital in life sciences.
  • They have evolved from equipment hubs to integrated support systems for experimental workflows.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a comprehensive seven-pillar model for effective core facility management.
  • To outline key components for optimizing core facility operations and research support.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a seven-pillar framework: Technology, Core Facility Team, Training, Career Tracks, Technical Support, Community, and Transparency.
  • Emphasis on foundational policies including funding, human resources, leadership, and institutional alignment.

Main Results:

  • The seven pillars provide a holistic approach to core facility success.
  • A strong foundation of institutional policies is essential for aligning core facilities with research missions.

Conclusions:

  • Fostering all seven pillars, especially career tracks, is crucial for future-proofing core facilities.
  • This model aims to enable core facilities to continuously support research and drive scientific progress.