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Self-Grooming in Rodents: Behavioral Patterns and Stress Indicators
Video tracking and animal behavior4 min read

Self-Grooming in Rodents: Behavioral Patterns and Stress Indicators

Learn More about our Services and how can we help you with your research! Click here Introduction Patterns & Sequences Self-Grooming OCD Advances Enrichment & Neuroplasticity Conclusion Introduction Self-grooming is a fundamental behavior in rodents that serves multiple purposes, including maintenance of hygiene, thermoregulation, and communication. More importantly, self-grooming is increasingly recognized as a behavioral […]

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Vertical Exploration: Rearing as a Measure of Curiosity and Arousal
Video tracking and animal behavior4 min read

Vertical Exploration: Rearing as a Measure of Curiosity and Arousal

Learn More about our Services and how can we help you with your research! Click here Introduction Activity & Curiosity Setup Tools Results-Example Considerations Diretions Conclusion Introduction Exploratory behavior, particularly rearing (standing on hind legs), is a key measure of curiosity and arousal in rodents. Rearing is often utilized as a behavioral marker of novelty-seeking, […]

Short- and Long-Term Locomotor Activity Analysis Using Video Tracking Software: A Guide for Neuroscientists
Video tracking and animal behavior3 min read

Short- and Long-Term Locomotor Activity Analysis Using Video Tracking Software: A Guide for Neuroscientists

Learn More about our Services and how can we help you with your research! Click here Introduction Why? Setup Tools Results-Example Considerations Diretions Conclusion Introduction Locomotor activity (LMA) analysis has become a cornerstone of behavioral neuroscience, providing critical insights into movement patterns, neurological conditions, and responses to interventions. With advancements in video tracking software (VTS), […]

Unlocking the Complexity of Leptin-Deficiency Behavioral Studies Using Computer Vision Tracking
Video tracking and animal behavior4 min read

Unlocking the Complexity of Leptin-Deficiency Behavioral Studies Using Computer Vision Tracking

Learn More about our Services and how can we help you with your research! Click here Introduction Complexity Why? Metrics Comparision CV in Leptin Research Advances Applications Conclusion Introduction Leptin, a hormone integral to regulating energy balance, has far-reaching effects on behavior, particularly in the context of leptin deficiency. Research on leptin-deficient (ob/ob) mouse models […]

Multi-Animal Tracking in Neuroscience: Tools, Challenges, and Opportunities
Video tracking and animal behavior5 min read

Multi-Animal Tracking in Neuroscience: Tools, Challenges, and Opportunities

Learn More about our Services and how can we help you with your research! Click here Introduction Importance Challenges Tools & Approaches Applications Future Directions Conclusion Introduction Understanding the complexities of behavior in neuroscience often requires tracking multiple animals simultaneously. Multi-animal tracking is crucial for studying group dynamics, social behaviors, and interactions that inform the […]

The Role of Computer Vision in Studying Social Interactions: A Guide for Neuroscientists
Video tracking and animal behavior4 min read

The Role of Computer Vision in Studying Social Interactions: A Guide for Neuroscientists

Learn More about our Services and how can we help you with your research! Click here Introduction Challenges Why Computer Vision Matters? Metrics Comparision Advances Applications Why ConductVision? Conclusion Introduction Social behavior is a central focus in neuroscience, providing critical insights into everything from neurodevelopmental disorders to the effects of genetic or pharmacological interventions. Studying […]

Unveiling Motor Dysfunction in SORD-Deficient Rats: The Critical Role of Behavioral Tracking in Neuropathy Research
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Unveiling Motor Dysfunction in SORD-Deficient Rats: The Critical Role of Behavioral Tracking in Neuropathy Research

Learn More about our Services and how can we help you with your research! Click here Introduction Key Pathophysiological Correlates of Motor Dysfunction Why Behavioral Tracking is Essential SORD Neuropathy Conclusion Introduction Peripheral neuropathies are complex disorders that significantly impact motor and sensory functions. Recent breakthroughs have identified Sorbitol Dehydrogenase (SORD) deficiency as a leading […]

Total Time Active
Video tracking and animal behavior3 min read

Total Time Active

Learn More about our Services and how can we help you with your research! Click here Introduction Fear conditioning Experiment Introduction Total Time Active during a fear conditioning experiment refers to the cumulative period an animal is considered “active” within the testing environment. This is defined as any movement that surpasses a predefined threshold of […]

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