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Studying Epilepsy in Awake Head-Fixed Mice Using Microscopy, Electrophysiology, and Optogenetics
Experts discuss how microscopy, electrophysiology, and optogenetics are used to study microglial calcium signaling and epileptic networks in awake head-fixed mice.
Data Collection & Analysis in Human Autonomic Research: How to Guide Successful Testing
Dr. Jackie Limberg discusses the basics of human autonomic research and shares tips & tricks for data collection and analysis during human autonomic testing to improve the accuracy and reliability of your findings.
Obesity Webinar Series 2020
A webinar series focused on late-breaking research and discovery relating to the physiological mechanisms of obesity-related disease.
Decoding Turbulent Chemical Plumes with Improved Signal Processing and Machine Learning
Join Dr. Burgués as he demonstrates how he has built faster and more reliable MOX sensors for tracking turbulent chemical plumes.
Perception and Encoding of Temporally Patterned Odour Stimuli in Mice
VIRTUAL POSTER
Dr. Dasgupta explains his unique methodology and applications for analyzing the temporal structure of odour plumes.
Functional Ultrasound (fUS) Imaging in the Brain of Awake Behaving Mice
Experts discuss how functional ultrasound imaging in awake head-fixed mice can help advance basic neuroscience and neurovascular research, as well as preclinical drug discovery.
Hybrid PET/MR Enables Exploration of New Science Areas
Experts discuss the synergies and implementation of state-of-the-art hybrid PET/MR technology and the new avenues of exploration it affords in the fields of neuroscience, cancer, and metabolic disease through to dual molecular probe development.
Brain Circuits Driving Appetite
OBESITY SERIES 2020: Lora Heisler, PhD discusses the unique brain circuits that are controllers of body weight, reviews how our genes impact our waistline and explains how obesity medications leverage basic neurobiology to reduce hunger and decrease body weight.
A New Frontier of Precision Medicine: Using PET for Image-Guided Neurointerventions
Experts discuss how PET/CT imaging can be used to enable image-guided neurointerventions and to study targeted delivery and clearance of therapeutic agents.
The Use of Home Cage Monitoring to Determine Whether Individual Male Mouse Activity Patterns Correlate with Nest Complexity
VIRTUAL POSTER
It is well established that nesting materials are an important inclusion for mouse cages. We wanted to determine whether there was a significant difference in mice activity when offered three different material choices and whether there was any correlation between activity in the cage and nest complexity.
Locomotor Activity: refinement, reduction and replicability ‘round the clock in animal studies
VIRTUAL POSTER
A growing body of evidence suggests that Home Cage Monitoring studies are becoming key tools for in vivo animal research for three main reasons: reduction in animal distress thereby increasing welfare, minimization of biases (wanted and unwanted), and increased reproducibility of data.
Odor delivery with the 220A Olfactometer from Aurora Scientific
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Chris Rand discusses the updated 200A Olfactometer from Aurora Scientific. He walks through setting up the system before sharing best practices, all while demonstrating the integral functions of the system.
Turn Away from Traditional Tethering and Towards a Better Method for Data Collection
Experts discuss the use of a novel movement responsive rodent caging system as a means to minimize animal stress and enable unique discovery in many research applications, namely neuroscience, animal behaviour, drug discovery and cardiometabolic disease.
Harnessing EEG Methods to Improve Basic and Translational Research for CNS Disorders
Dr. Robert Gould and Mike Girand discuss methods and applications for the use of EEG as a highly translational biomarker for sleep, substance use disorder and CNS disorders.
Place Cell Mapping and Stress Monitoring in Head-Fixed Mice Navigating an Air-Lifted Homecage
Scientists present data on 2-photon imaging of hippocampal place cells and on stress monitoring in head-fixed awake behaving mice.
Understanding Physiological Mechanisms of Opioid Addiction: Advancements in CNS and Respiratory Endpoint Measurement
Experts discuss how opioids affect sleep and respiratory depression in preclinical mouse models.
Single-Cell Electrophysiology and 2-Photon Imaging in Awake Mice with 2D-Locomotion Tracking
Scientists present case studies featuring single-cell electrophysiology and 2-photon microscopy in head-fixed, behaving mice.
EEG and Telemetry: Best Practices for Managing Large Data Sets to Investigate Key Aspects of Epilepsy in Rodent Models
This webinar is essential for researchers interested in the use of continuous EEG telemetry for seizure assessment in rodent epilepsy models.
Maximizing Data Quality in Life Science Data Acquisition and Analysis
ON DEMAND
An exclusive webinar focused on best practices, technical considerations and expert advice to ensure quality data and research outcomes using ADInstruments PowerLab and LabChart.
WEBINAR SERIES – Recording Neuronal Activity in Animal Models
A comprehensive overview of technology and methods for recording and analyzing extracellular action potentials, local field potentials and EEG in a variety of research models.
Utilizing Nerve Cuff Electrodes for in vivo Peripheral Nerve Research
ON DEMAND
Experts discuss novel cuff electrodes for in vivo peripheral nerve research, including the importance of electrode design, how to select the right cuff, implantation techniques and application results from nerve stimulation and blocking.
Wireless Recording Technologies for in vivo Electrophysiology in Conscious, Freely Behaving Non-Human Primates
ON DEMAND
Scientists discuss technological advancements and present novel application of new head-mounted, wireless sensors for neural recording and stimulation in conscious non-human primates.
Advancements in Wireless Technology for Single Unit Electrophysiology Recording
ON DEMAND
Experts discuss new configurable wireless technologies for single unit electrophysiology recording in small and large animals, with a focus on applications, methodology, data outcomes, and the impact these devices will have in research involving untethered, naturally behaving subjects.
Utilizing Heart Rate Variability (HRV) for Preclinical Evaluation of Cardiovascular Function & Related Disease
ON DEMAND
Scientists discuss the value and utility of heart rate variability (HRV) as a preclinical tool for studying both cardiovascular, and non-cardiovascular related diseases in small and large animal models.
Wireless Recording and Stimulation Technologies for in vivo Electrophysiology in Conscious, Freely Behaving Rodents
ON DEMAND
Scientists discuss technological advancements and present novel application of new head-mounted, wireless sensors for neural recording and stimulation in conscious, freely moving animals.
Measuring EEG in vivo for Preclinical Evaluation of Sleep and Alzheimer’s Disease
Experts present telemetry implant procedure for wireless recording of EEG in rodents and share novel case studies focused on studying neural recordings to investigate sleep, energy expenditure and Alzheimer's Disease.
Studying Retinal Function in Large Animals: Laser-Induced Choroidal Neovascularization in Pigs
A webinar for scientists interested in learning about a novel technology designed to overcome the challenges of large animal eye and eye-brain research
Employing Electrophysiology and Optogenetics to Measure and Manipulate Neuronal Activity in Laboratory Animals
Tahl Holtzman, PhD presents an in-depth tour of the latest neurotechnology for large-scale, high-resolution extracellular single unit recording combined with optogenetics in anaesthetized, head-fixed and freely behaving animals
fNIRS and Brain-Computer Interfaces for Communication
An essential webinar for all BCI researchers. Dr. Ujwal Chaudhary and Dr. Bettina Sorger will highlight their groundbreaking research in the field of fNIRS based BCI for communication with healthy subjects and patients in completely locked-in state.
Online Neural Data Processing with Plexon OmniPlex: Referencing, Sorting and Online Manipulation
Learn the fundamentals of Plexon’s OmniPlex software, including how to improve signal quality, data recordability, and approach complex applications of spike sorting.
Measuring Long-Term, Wireless EEG in Rodents using Epitel-Epoch and BIOPAC Systems
Experts review the fundamentals of wireless, long-term EEG recording in rodents and discuss proper integration of technologies and associated physiological recording & analysis systems
Implantable Infusion Pumps: Insights For Your Next Animal Dosing Study
José Gadea clarifies common misconceptions surrounding the use of implantable pumps and present the facts to support their value in preclinical research.
Monitoring Food Intake, Water Intake and Ingestive Behavior In Group-Housed Rodents
ON DEMAND
An informative webinar for researchers interested in the latest technology and best practices for studying food and water intake as well as feeding kinetics of group-housed rodents in their home cage.
Combining Optical Brain Imaging and Physiological Signals to Study Cognitive Function
Experts discuss the fundamentals of fNIRS and present new research capabilities enabled through the integration of optical brain imaging technology and physiological recording systems.
WEBINAR SERIES – Animal Behavioral Neuroscience 2015
A webinar series focused on tools and techniques to study animal behavior.
Using Touchscreen Operant Systems to Study Cognitive Behaviors in Rodents
Experts discuss methodology and best practices of Bussey-Saksida Touchscreen Systems used for the cognitive evaluation of rodents.
Employing Acoustic, Tactile and PPI Startle Response Procedures in Rodent Behavioral Research
ON DEMAND
Dr. Charles Vorhees and Jason Adair discuss the value and methodology of Acoustic, Tactile and PPI (Pre-Pulse Inhibition) paradigms for startle reflex testing in rodents.
Automated Quantitative Measures of Forelimb Function in Rats and Mice
A webinar for researchers interested in transitioning from traditional qualitative forelimb assessments to quantitative measurements with automated, high-throughput systems in rodent models.
Studying Social Behavior and Locomotor Activity in Zebrafish
An informative webinar for scientists interested in novel methods for quantitative characterization of zebrafish social interactions and locomotor activity.
Measuring Retinal Function with ERG in Rodents
A webinar for scientists interested in the application of electroretinography in rodent in vivo research studies as a method to better understand and characterize eye function.
Animal Behavior Video Tracking Using ANY-maze Software
A special 2-part webinar for ANY-maze users and behavioral scientists intent on advancing their understanding and application of automated video tracking in behavior studies.
Exploring ICP, Tissue Oxygenation and RSNA with Implantable Telemetry
A webinar on novel application of telemetry measurements in rat models of cardiovascular, integrative physiology and neurophysiological research.
Gait Analysis in Laboratory Animals: Studying Coordinated Movement and Associated Disorders
Experts present key concepts regarding how gait can be studied and its value as a research method for animal models of pain, CNS, neuromuscular and neurodegenerative disorders.
Optimizing Image-Guided Laser-Induced Choroidal Neovascularization in Mice
Dr. Yan Gong presents how to create consistent and reproducible laser-induced Choroidal Neovascularization (CNV) in the mouse using image-guided laser photocoagulation.
The Future of Metabolic Phenotyping: Using data bandwidth to maximize N, analytical flexibility and reproducibility
An essential webinar for metabolic and behavioral researchers requiring detailed time courses and accurate correlation of energy expenditure and activity.
Automated Analysis of Behavioral Data – Examples from Fear Conditioning Studies
ON DEMAND
Dr. Gerry Herrera discusses automated analysis of behavioral data in fear conditioning research, including study design, the importance of instrument calibration and how to ensure systems score behavior accurately and consistently.
Advancements in Modern Startle Response Systems
ON DEMAND
An essential webinar for all scientists interested in startle response research -- Michael Kinder provides insight on the underlying technologies used in startle systems and explains what researchers should know about sensor capabilities and limitations and how that knowledge can help create effective protocols, address calibration and properly analyze data.
Measuring Energy Balance in Mice from VO2/VCO2, Food Intake and Activity Data
ON DEMAND
An essential webinar for all metabolism researchers interested in methodology, best-practices, and techniques for measuring energy expenditure and metabolism in transgenic and knock-out mice.
24/7 Automated Behavior Tracking for Rodent Safety Pharmacology and Phenotyping
ON DEMAND
Dr. Will Redfern of AstraZeneca and Dr. Sara Wells of MRC Harwell discuss 24/7 monitoring of group-housed rodents in their true IVC racked home cage environment for safety pharmacology and phenotyping applications.
Making Optical and Electrophysiological Measurements in the Brain of Head-Fixed, Freely-Moving Rodents
ON DEMAND
The must-watch webinar for researchers interested in optical and electrophysiological recordings from the brain of head-fixed but otherwise freely moving rodents.
How to Investigate Behavior and Cognitive Abilities of Individual Rodents in a Social Group
ON DEMAND
Doctors Ewelina Knapska, David Wolfer, and Holger Russig provide insights into high-throughput cognition testing of individual rodents within their social environment
Don’t Miss a Beat: Understanding Continuous, Real Time Physiologic Monitoring
ON DEMAND
Experts discuss the importance of continuous, real-time monitoring in preclinical research, sharing case studies including using continuous EEG monitoring for sleep studies and using telemetry in Biodefense research.
Advancements in Rodent Surgical Monitoring by Indus Instruments
ON DEMAND
Experts discuss why comprehensive surgical monitoring has become so crucial in today’s scientific research space and how the MouseMonitor™ S is designed to address these specific needs.