Rates & Hours
Rates
The GIfMI Board has decided to apply a fixed index, capped at 3.5%, for the next 5 years, starting at January 1st 2025. This index may be reconsidered and lowered if the financial conditions allow. This measure should allow PI’s to make budget estimates for future funding proposals.
The table below outlines the maximum rates for the available equipment over the next five years. Use the dropdown menu to select a year and input the desired number of hours for that year to estimate the price. The rates for the following years are determined relative to the 2025 price, which has an index of 0.0%.
You can download the PDF version of the table below with prices of 2025.
Please use these rates as guidelines for funding proposals.
Remarks
- All rates are listed in Euro.
- All rates are defined per hour.
- External Academic and Industry/Commercial rates include institutional overhead.
- Changes in institutional overhead and/or VAT regulations will be reflected in future updates of this page.
- The researcher is responsible for purchasing disposables/consumables not included in the rate.
- MR scanner includes scanner usage, maintenance cost and a flat fee for the psychophysics lab and disposables like ear plugs, hygienic paper and disinfectant.
Cancellation policy
Rates will be charged for cancellations made within the next 7 days if the time slot cannot be filled by another user.
Hours
The CORE GIfMI operational team is typically available by phone during regular office hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM). However, availability may be limited during holiday seasons or public holidays, so early communication is recommended. The CORE GIfMI operational team is not available during evening hours, nighttime, and weekends unless prior arrangements have been made and explicitly agreed upon.
The CORE GIfMI facility is available 24/7, ensuring flexible access for approved users.
Scanning outside of regular office hours requires an assessment of the user's experience and approval from the CORE GIfMI operational team. Please plan accordingly, as this process may take several business days.