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Cost chart
Equipment usage rates for self-users and assisted use (pdf)
(pdf last updated: Aug 2025)
Equipment usage costs for START.nano (pdf)
Please note that rates are subject to change.
All users must have an active MUMMS/NEMO account.
New users should submit the Immersion Lab quick start form to get started.
Reminder
Please make sure to acknowledge the use of MIT.nano facilities in any publication, presentations, and patents involving results originated from the use of MIT.nano or through assistance from MIT.nano staff.
Suggested language: " This work was performed in part at MIT.nano."
We encourage acknowledgement of the intellectual contribution of the MIT.nano personnel in the form of a personal acknowledgement of the contribution or authorship if the contribution is merited in accordance with MIT responsible conduct of research policies.
Please let us know of your publications with MIT.nano - simply enter a DOI into the publications database in NEMO!
Equipment checkout policies
2025 - 2026 Academic Year
To check out equipment, you must have an active MUMMS and NEMO account.
Borrowable equipment can typically be checked out for 1-7 days at a time. Pick up and return equipment at the Immersion Lab on the third floor of Building 12.
Make requests at least 24 hours in advance.
We will contact you to confirm your reservation and arrange your pickup and return times during normal lab hours. Same-day requests may be accommodated if equipment and staff are available, but please try to plan ahead.
Be on time to pickup.
Please don’t be late to pickup or your reservation may be cancelled. You may be asked for photo ID to ensure your reserved equipment isn’t given to someone else by accident.
Return all borrowed items in good working condition
All parts and accessories must be returned with the equipment.
Report any issues or damage to the equipment
Log any issues, maintenance needs, or damage before or at return.
Return on time
Please don’t be late to your return time. Late returns may incur overdue fees. Borrowers with items more than 2 weeks overdue may be charged for the items’ full replacement costs (plus any additional expenses including, but not limited to, warranty, shipping and handling, and accessories).
Expectations
You are responsible for the care and timely return of any borrowed equipment, including all accessories. Inform us of any issues that arise. We need your help to ensure that we can sustain this service for the community.
Always use Immersion Lab equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Failure to follow MIT expectations for integrity and conduct may result in loss of borrowing privileges.
If the equipment is stolen, please report the theft immediately to MIT Police (if on-campus) or the local police department (if off-campus) to file a police report. Please also contact us to inform us of the situation and provide a copy of the police report and a phone number to reach you for further questions.