Cryo-EM & Mass Spec Facilities Near San Francisco Bay Area
The San Francisco Bay Area is one of the world's premier hubs for structural biology and cryo-EM research. Home to UCSF, Stanford, UC Berkeley, and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
Research Institutions Within 60 Miles
UCSF
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Stanford University
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
UC Berkeley
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
LBNL
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Genentech
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Chan Zuckerberg Biohub
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Common Instruments Near San Francisco Bay Area
Cryo-EM
Titan Krios G4
Cryo-EM
Glacios 2
Mass Spec
Orbitrap Astral
Mass Spec
timsTOF Ultra
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About Cryo-EM & Structural Biology Near San Francisco Bay Area
The San Francisco Bay Area is arguably the global epicenter of cryo-EM research. UCSF operates one of the most prolific cryo-EM programs in the world, with multiple Titan Krios systems running around the clock. Stanford's S2C2 center at SLAC provides national-level access, while UC Berkeley and Lawrence Berkeley National Lab push the boundaries of detector technology and cryo-ET methods. The Chan Zuckerberg Biohub adds private-sector capacity, and Genentech runs one of the largest pharmaceutical cryo-EM operations globally. External researchers can access most of these facilities through institutional agreements, with hourly rates typically ranging from $100-250/hr for Krios time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I do cryo-EM in the San Francisco Bay Area?
The Bay Area has 6 major institutions with cryo-EM capabilities: UCSF, Stanford University (including the S2C2 center at SLAC), UC Berkeley, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Chan Zuckerberg Biohub, and Genentech. Most academic facilities accept external users.
How much does cryo-EM cost in San Francisco?
Rates vary by institution and user type. Academic internal rates can be as low as $80-150/hr for a Glacios. External academic users typically pay $150-250/hr for Titan Krios time. Industry rates are higher, often $300+/hr.
Does Stanford accept external cryo-EM users?
Yes. The Stanford-SLAC Cryo-EM Center (S2C2) is a national facility that accepts external academic and industry users. They operate multiple Titan Krios systems with Falcon and K3 detectors.