Access Our Facilities
Learn how to apply for access to cryo-electron microscopy instrumentation through the cryoNET network
The cryoNET network connects world-class cryo-EM facilities across Denmark and Sweden. Access to instrumentation is managed by each facility individually, with support for both academic and industry researchers.
How to Apply
Choose a Facility
Review our member facilities to find the one that best suits your research needs. Consider location, available equipment, and specialized services.
Prepare Your Proposal
Prepare a brief description of your project, sample details, and the type of analysis you require. Include information about sample preparation status.
Submit Application
Apply directly through each facility's application system. Danish researchers apply to AU or KU; Swedish researchers apply through SciLifeLab.
Review & Scheduling
Applications are reviewed based on scientific merit and feasibility. Once approved, facility staff will schedule your instrument time.
Who Can Apply?
Academic Researchers
Researchers at universities and research institutions in Denmark, Sweden, and other Nordic countries.
Industry Partners
Companies conducting structural biology research. Contact facilities directly for industry access and pricing.
International Collaborators
Researchers from outside the Nordic region through collaboration with local research groups.
Apply to a Facility
Select a facility below to visit their website and begin the application process.
Aarhus University
Aarhus, Denmark
EMBION - Danish National Cryo-EM Facility
Stockholm University
Stockholm, Sweden
SciLifeLab Cryo-EM Facility
Umeå University
Umeå, Sweden
Umeå Centre for Electron Microscopy (UCEM)
University of Copenhagen
Copenhagen, Denmark
Core Facility for Integrated Microscopy (CFIM)
What to Expect
Sample Requirements
Facilities require purified, monodisperse samples. Consult with facility staff about sample preparation and optimization.
Typical Timeline
From application to data collection typically takes 2-8 weeks depending on facility availability and sample readiness.
Support Provided
Facility staff provide guidance on sample preparation, data collection strategies, and initial data processing.
Questions?
For general inquiries about the cryoNET network or help choosing the right facility for your project, contact us.
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