Central Instrumentation Facility

IIS (DEEMED TO BE UNIVERSITY), JAIPUR

CENTRAL INSTRUMENTATION (CIF) FACILITY

Guidelines for the Use of Central Instrumentation Facility(CIF)  at IIS (Deemed to be University) Jaipur

Introduction

The Central Instrumentation Facility (CIF) was established in the year 2023 with the support of the Consolidation of University Research for Innovation & Excellence in Women Universities (CURIE), an initiative of the Department of Science & Technology, (DST), New Delhi.

The Central Instrumentation Facility (CIF) houses a wide range of major analytical instruments, operated and maintained by a team of dedicated, qualified scientists and engineers. Its primary goal is to support research for a better world and therefore the state-of-the-art facility is accessible to all researchers and developers, providing them with access to cutting-edge resources and equipment for their research and development endeavors.

Objectives of CIF

Instrumental methods of analysis are essential to any Research & Development programme. With this in mind, the primary objectives of the Central Instrumentation Facility (CIF) are:

1. To provide advanced analytical support to facilitate cutting-edge research and development.

2. To maintain and operate a wide range of major analytical instruments, ensuring their availability and optimal performance.

3. To foster a collaborative environment where researchers from various disciplines can access and utilize state-of-the-art analytical tools.

4. To support and enhance the quality of research by offering expert guidance and technical assistance.

5. To contribute to scientific innovation and discovery by providing reliable and precise analytical data.

The CIF is available for use by the students and faculty of IIS (Deemed to be University) academic institutes, Research institutes and Industries.

A schedule outlining the description of equipment and costs for various analyses and services is given hereunder.

BOOKING AND ACCESS:

1.  All bookings for analysis must be done by filling up the sample analysis request form and submitting the same along with a valid institution/Industry ID card, Safety Data sheet, and Declaration form, and the requisite fee.

2.  The sample analysis request form must be duly forwarded by the Supervisor or head of the institution/ industry.

3.   Booking requests should include details such as the instrument needed, sample information, and the nature of the analysis required.

4.   Booking slots will be allocated based on availability and priority criteria set by the facility and will be shared through email.

5.   Access to the facility will be limited to authorized personnel only.

6.   Individuals will not be permitted to operate the instruments themselves.

SAMPLE SUBMISSION:

1. Samples for analysis must be properly labeled, packaged, and accompanied by a completed sample submission form.

2. The submission form should include relevant sample information, analysis requirements, and any special handling instructions.

3. Samples must be delivered to the facility during designated drop-off hours or by prior arrangement with the staff.

4. The facility reserves the right to refuse any samples deemed hazardous, improperly packaged, or lacking insufficient information.

5. Samples can also be submitted via postal or courier service at the given address, accompanied by a safety data sheet such as sample descriptions, quantities, storage conditions, hazardous material declarations (if applicable), and a clear specification of the desired analytical services or nature of analysis required.

ADDRESS-

The In charge,

Central Instrumentation Facility (CIF),

IIS (Deemed to be University),

Gurukul Marg, SFS, Mansarovar, Jaipur 302020

SAMPLE ANALYSIS:

1. All sample analyses will be performed by trained and experienced facility staff members or designated expert users.

2. The facility will follow established procedures and protocols for sample preparation, instrument operation, and data acquisition.

3. Confidentiality and intellectual property rights related to the samples and data will be respected.

4. Turnaround times for analysis may vary based on the complexity of the analysis and the facility's workload.

PAYMENT AND FEES:

 1. Payment must be made in advance by cash or using the following link at the time of booking or along with the submission of sample analysis request form (https://forms.gle/dNQXSNaFTr8xyrbF7 )

2.  The transaction details must be mentioned in the request form to reconcile the payment received

3.  Additional fees may apply for rush analyses, specialized sample preparation, or consumables used during the analyses.

Scan the QR code given below for payment

OR

The amount can be deposited using the following bank details

CANCELLATION OF BOOKING AND REFUND RULES:

1. Cancellation requests have to be sent to cif@iisuniv.ac.in at least 3 days in advance of the booked time. The amount paid will be returned after deducting 30% as cancellation charges.
2. If the slot is cancelled between 1-3 days of the booked date, a 50% refund will be made.
3. No refund will be allowed if cancellation is done within 24 hrs.
4. In the event of the instrument being non-functional, the amount paid will be adjusted in the other analysis or will be refunded back to the user's account upon request from the user.

DATA AND RESULTS:

1. Analyzed data and results will be provided to the student, researcher, and faculty member through the email given in the request form.

2. Interpretation of spectra is not undertaken normally. In special cases, this service can be provided on payment of extra charges as per the availability of an expert (an additional 10% of the analysis charges)

DISCLAIMER

• The analytical data/spectra are provided only for research/development purposes. These are NOT to be used as certificates in legal disputes.
• Samples, letters and payments should be sent on the same cover only. If samples are received without a cover letter or and payment, the samples will NOT be analysed.
• The applicant shall be solely responsible for any damage to the sample during transportation.
• If you require multiple analyses, please submit separate samples for each analysis to ensure accurate and uncompromised results.
• Samples will not be recovered unless a special request is made and if it is possible after analysis.
• Unless otherwise instructed by the candidate, the CIF laboratory will dispose of the sample after 72 hrs once the analysis is completed in accordance with its standard procedures.
• Radio-active material/s, Unstable and explosive compounds are not accepted for analysis
• This report may not be construed as a legal document, certificate or endorsement and may not be used for marketing of the products or processes.

FOR FURTHER QUERIES:

Mail us on: cif@iisuniv.ac.in  or call Mr. Pankaj Sharma at 8875003306 (between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM)