Synthesis Services
Rates below reflect fees for proprietary users. Non‑proprietary projects are eligible for an NSF subsidy to reduce fees for use.
All projects are subject to consumable fees.
Synthesis Hourly Rates
| Service @ Virginia Tech | Instrument | Proprietary Local Users | Proprietary / International External Users |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oligosaccharide Synthesis: Glyconeer | Glyconeer, Vapourtec | $11.35 | $18.27 |
| Oligosaccharide Synthesis: Vapourtec | Glyconeer, Vapourtec | $11.35 | $32.38 |
| Carbohydrate Building Block Synthesis (Conventional) | Benchtop | $2.08 | $3.35 |
| Carbohydrate Building Block Synthesis (Flow Chemistry) | Flow Chemistry System | $20.63 | $34.92 |
| Polysaccharide Modification | Benchtop | $2.08 | $3.35 |
| Glycomaterials Purification – Normal Phase HPLC | Benchtop | $14.32 | $128.27 |
| Glycomaterials Purification – Reverse Phase HPLC | Benchtop | $14.32 | $125.29 |
| Glycomaterials Purification – Flash Chromatography | Benchtop | $39.17 | $70.78 |
| Ultra‑High Frequency Sonochemistry | Ultra‑High Frequency Sonicator | $12.70 | $23.47 |
Automated Glycan Synthesis (AGA)
GlycoMIP offers automated glycan synthesis workflows that enable rapid, reproducible construction of complex carbohydrate structures.
Synergistic Services
GlycoMIP users may also access complementary services available through partner facilities.