The following types of proposals are available.
| Type | Max Time | Scope | Submission |
| Standard | 1 year | Full proposal with access to multiple facilities. May be designated a Follow-on Proposal if it is a continuation of previous work. | Two annual calls (March and September) |
| Rapid Access | 4-6 months | Short-term projects for time-sensitive research with high potential impact. | Outside of Standard Proposal call and review periods |
| Instrument Only | 6 months | Limited to one or two instruments with downtime available | Outside of Standard Proposal call and review periods |
| Sample Only | – | Single transfer to user of a previously developed material | Any time |
| Partner User | 2 years+ | Special partnership projects with broader scope and/or longer time frames than Standard projects, that include contributions to the User Program. | Any time |
Note that extensions to activation deadlines and project duration can be requested to accommodate parental leave, medical leave, and other circumstances. Contact the User Office to request an extension.
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