Training is not required for staff‑assisted instrument use. However, training is required for users who wish to operate instruments independently.
Training is offered in progressive tiers, specific to each instrument or technology. Users must complete the required training steps in order to qualify for independent access.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Flow Cytometry Seminar
Completion of the Introduction to Flow Cytometry Seminar is required for all new users prior to participating in any hands-on instrument training. Users must complete each training step in sequence before advancing to the next stage, and independent instrument access will only be granted after successful completion of all required training sessions.
- Format: Group seminar
- Duration: 2 hours
- Schedule: Offered once per month
- Content: Participants will receive an overview of flow cytometry fundamentals, including instrument principles, fluorescence and fluorochrome characteristics, compensation/unmixing concepts, appropriate experimental controls, panel design considerations, and best practices for experimental planning and data quality.
- Cost: No charge
- Schedule: Email flowcore@utmb.edu to schedule
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Bio-Plex 200 Training
Training #1 – Small Group Introductory Training
- Format: Small group (2 users)
- Duration: 1 hour
- Content Includes:
- Basics of multiplexing
- Instrument overview
- Standard curves and controls
- Basic data analysis principles
- Schedule: Mondays, every other week
- Cost: $75/hour per person
Training #2 – One‑on‑One Practical Exam
- Format: Individual
- Goal: Demonstrate ability to run experiments independently
- Cost: $95/hour (standard assisted Bio‑Plex rate)
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BD LSRFortessa/FACSymphony (Conventional) Training
Training #1 – Small Group Instrument Training
- Format: Small group (2 users)
- Duration: 1.5 hours
- Content Includes:
- Instrument overview
- Software navigation
- Experiment setup
- Compensation controls
- Basic sample acquisition
- Data export and file management
- Cost: $75/hour per person
Training #2 – One‑on‑One Assisted Experiment
- Format: Individual
- Content: Run a small experiment with staff guidance tailored to your project
- Cost: $95/hour (standard assisted rate)
Training #3 – One‑on‑One Practical Exam
- Format: Individual
- Goal: Demonstrate independent operation of the instrument
- Cost: $95/hour (standard assisted rate)
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BD FACSymphony Spectral Training
Training #1 – Small Group Instrument Training
- Format: Small group (2 users)
- Duration: 1.5 hours
- Content Includes:
- Instrument overview
- Software navigation
- Experiment setup
- Unmixing controls
- Basic sample acquisition
- Data export and file management
- Cost: $75/hour per person
Training #2 – One‑on‑One Assisted Experiment
- Format: Individual
- Content: Run a small experiment with staff guidance tailored to your project
- Cost: $95/hour (standard assisted rate)
Training #3 – One‑on‑One Practical Exam
- Format: Individual
- Goal: Demonstrate independent operation of the instrument
- Cost: $95/hour (standard assisted rate)
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High‑Throughput Sampler (HTS) Training
(Fortessa & Symphony)
Prerequisite: Completion of Fortessa/Symphony Training (conventional or full spectrum)
Training #1 – Small Group HTS Training
- Format: Small group (2 users)
- Duration: 1 hour
- Content Includes:
- HTS setup
- Software operation
- Cost: $75/hour per person
Training #2 – One‑on‑One Practical Exam
- Duration: ~15–30 minutes
- Cost Structure:
- $95/hour (assisted Fortessa/Symphony rate) for exam time
- Remaining run time billed at unassisted rate: $54/hour
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Sony ID7000 Spectral Training
Training Coming Soon!
Training #1 – Small Group Instrument Training
- Format: Small group (2 users)
- Duration: 1.5 hours
- Content Includes:
- Instrument overview
- Software navigation
- Experiment setup
- Unmixing controls
- Basic sample acquisition
- Data export and file management
- Cost: $75/hour per person
Training #2 – One‑on‑One Assisted Experiment
- Format: Individual
- Content: Run a small experiment with staff guidance tailored to your project
- Cost: $95/hour (standard assisted rate)
Training #3 – One‑on‑One Practical Exam
- Format: Individual
- Goal: Demonstrate independent operation of the instrument
- Cost: $95/hour (standard assisted rate)
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BD FACSAria Fusion Training
Unassisted access:Not currently available
No training available
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Sony FP7000 Spectral Cell Sorting
Training Coming Soon!
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Sony SH800 / MA900 Cell Sorting Training
Training #1 – Small Group Introductory Training
- Format: Small group (2 users)
- Duration: 2 hours
- Content Includes:
- Instrument overview
- Compensation
- Fluorochrome and panel design
- Sorting setup and execution
- Cost: $95/hour per person
Training #2 – One‑on‑One Assisted Experiment
- Cost: $110/hour (standard assisted rate)
Training #3 – One‑on‑One Practical Exam
- Goal: Demonstrate independent operation
- Cost: $110/hour (standard assisted rate)
How to Schedule Training
Introduction to Flow Cytometry Seminar
- Email the flow core at flowcore@utmb.edu
First Training Session (Training #1)
- Register with the UTMB iLab Flow Cytometry Core site
(Follow the instructions on the Registration page) - Log in to the UTMB iLab Flow Cytometry Core.
- Select Request Services from the menu.
- Click “Request Service” next to the appropriate training.
- Complete and submit the request form.
- Your request will be reviewed by Flow Core staff.
- The request will either be approved, or staff will contact you for additional information.
Additional Training Sessions (Training #2 or #3)
- Schedule training using the appointment scheduler.
- Clearly note “Training Session” in the Notes section when making the request.