User Information

All users wishing to conduct experiments at any of the CARS beamlines must apply for beam time by submitting a proposal to the APS. For information on the proposal process, please visit the APS General User Program page. Proposals are prepared and submitted through an online proposal system.

New users should consult the APS new users page for detailed information on how to become an user, including the APS registration process, access to the Argonne site, user agreements, establishment of a user account for supplies and services, delivery of samples, and required training.

Proposals are assigned a number and evaluated by a peer review panel. Users will be contacted if beamtime has been allocated for their proposed experiments. There is no cost except for proprietary research.

Safety is of paramount importance at CARS. Please make sure you review the CARS safety page and indicated requirements. Questions related to safety issues should be directed to Kathryn Tietz at tietz@cars.uchicago.edu.

Site access to the laboratory is only permitted with an ID badge or a visitor pass. Samples must also be sent by proper shipping methods so they can be moved in/out of the APS.

More information regarding individual modules can be found below:
:. GSECARS
:. BioCARS
:. ChemMatCARS

Argonne Info Line: for last minute updates regarding ANL operations, please dial 630-252-INFO(4636).