CAT Member Proposal

What is a CAT Member Proposal? A CAT Member Proposal is required for all SER-CAT member institution users who wish to request beam time. This proposal is submitted through the APS Universal Proposal System (UPS) and must be approved before beam time can be scheduled.


How to Submit

  1. Log in to the APS Universal Proposal System (UPS) using your ORCID and associated password.
  2. Select the CAT-Member option from the proposal type menu.
  3. Complete all required fields, use the example template given below as a guide.
  4. Submit your proposal.

Submit CAT Member Proposal


Example of CAT member proposal:

CAT Member Proposal Template


Reference & Help

Help Notes on Using the APS Universal Proposal System

APS Proposal Information


For questions or issues with the proposal submission, contact SER-CAT staff