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Alfonso J Schmidt¹, Ellie Cho², Nicholas D Condon³

¹Hugh Green Technology Centre, Malaghan Institute of Medical Research, Wellington, New Zealand.

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Summary

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Global microscopy core facilities are vital for research, but operational data is scarce. This international survey provides crucial benchmarking data to enhance facility management and access worldwide.

Keywords:

benchmarking core facility electron microscopy image analysis optical microscopy

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Area of Science:

Microscopy
Research Infrastructure
Scientific Facilities

Background:

Microscopy core facilities are essential for modern research, offering advanced applications and expert support.
Limited global data exists on the operations, staffing, and sustainability of these critical facilities.

Purpose of the Study:

To conduct the first comprehensive global survey of microscopy core facilities.
To gather benchmarking data on facility operations, staffing, and sustainability.

Main Methods:

An international survey with 74 questions was distributed to microscopy facilities.
Data was collected from 196 responses across 34 countries and six continents.

Main Results:

The survey captured detailed information on facility leaders, operations, optical and electron microscopy, and image analysis.
Distinct global and continental benchmarking data and operational trends were identified.

Conclusions:

The findings enable facility leaders, institutions, and policymakers to improve microscopy infrastructure.
This data supports optimizing staffing, operations, and ensuring equitable access to advanced microscopy applications.