Scheduling and Fees
Instrument time
If you have prepared samples and wish to schedule time on the Neptune, please contact
It is possible to submit samples to the facility for analysis. The list of isotope systems we currently analyze is listed below. We are in the process of expanding this list so it can be worthwhile to inquire about other systems. If you do not have access to a laboratory, a cost effective method is to come to laboratory at Rutgers to do the sample preparation yourself. If you have no experience of the techniques, a modest fee will be charged for training. For uranium-series isotopes contact
Fees
Academic and non-profit Instrument time is $60 per hour with a minimum of 6 hours. Costs below are on a per sample basis for solutions, add another $10 if the sample is a solid (simple silicate) and requires dissolution. Blanks and appropriate standards required to be run at the same time as sample analysis are included.
| Analysis | Submitted Sample | Accompanied Sample |
| Strontium | $80 | $35 |
| Neodymium | $110 | $50 |
| Lead | $95 | $40 |
| Sr, Nd & Pb | $250 | $120 |
| U-Th | $400 | $200 |
| U234 | $200 | $60 |
| Lithium | $150 |
$70 |
| Boron1 | $80 | $50 |
| Molybdenum2 | $200 | N/A |
| Iron3 | - | - |
For commercial rates, please contact the laboratory.
1Uses the micro-sublimation method. Liquids, carbonate and evaporite minerals only. Ion chromatography for silicates planned.
2 Double spike method. Solid samples must be sent as powders, not digests. Mo concentration required.
3 For prices, email
