This service offers expert guidance and discussion with Metabolomics Innovation Resource (MIR) staff members to assist researchers in designing and planning metabolomics projects. It includes advice on sample preparation protocols, ensuring compatibility with MIR's analytical platforms, and determining the feasibility of measuring specific metabolites. A pilot study on a few samples can be run free of charge to validate extraction protocols and confirm the MIR's ability to measure metabolites of interest, ensuring successful project execution and communication at every step.