For some of the latest and greatest imaging equipment that features one-atom-at-a-time imaging resolution, instrument sensitivities require instrument operators to be in separate rooms and work via remote control. This makes cost per P.I. even higher, but opens the door to use by off-site users anywhere in the world. Additionally, remote imaging via regular conventional DSL-quality hookups is now a commonplace practice.

- From Tradeline's 2006 Summit on Facilities for the Emerging Sciences.