Common Syringe Pump FAQs
To reference this article: Common Syringe Pump FAQs, ConductScience (2023). doi.org/10.55157/CS20230109 Introduction to syringe pumps Syringe pumps are commonly used in scientific research to deliver precise amounts of fluid. Syringe pump use depends on the purpose of the experiment, the volume of fluid required, and a range of other factors. Below is a compilation of […]
Visual Patch Testing: Definition, Mechanism, and Application
What is Visual Patch Testing? Patch tests are one of the popular diagnostic tools used in clinical labs to investigate allergies.[1] Its main application includes the diagnosis of allergic contact dermatitis (a delayed type of hypersensitivity – type IV reaction). The test was introduced in the late 19th century, preceded by some preliminary experiments.[1] However, […]
Fiber Photometry: Definition & Equipment Needed
Reference to this article: ConductScience, Fiber Photometry: Definition & Equipment Needed (2022). doi.org/10.55157/CS20221111 Fiber photometry uses spectroscopy to monitor the cellular dynamics in the cell or organ of interest in vivo. It uses photons from the light of a specified wavelength to trigger cells at the region of interest, enabling researchers to monitor the dynamics […]
How Do I Choose The Right Centrifuge? Factors To Consider!
Centrifuges are one of the most frequently used instruments in research and diagnostic laboratories. They create centrifugal force under the influence of gravity for separating liquid or gas samples into fractions. For example, to separate red blood cells from serum or plasma, or to extract nucleic acids or proteins from biological specimens. How Centrifugation Work? […]
Principle, Types, and Applications of Patch Clamp Electrophysiology
Patch clamp electrophysiology is an experimental technique that reads into electrical events in cells. The electric potential between the cell membrane reveals the workings of cell membranes and ion channels, a group of proteins that detect and control the movement of ions in and out of the cells.[1] The technique was developed through a collaboration […]
Types and Applications of Imaging Chambers
Introduction Cells are building blocks of organisms. Thus, understanding the whole metabolic processes and dynamics of organisms requires us to look clearly inside cells. Advanced microscopy technologies combined with protein labeling approaches have enabled scientists to understand cellular processes and investigate the dynamic processes in organisms with better resolution and sensitivity.[1] The quality optical conditions […]
Ultimate Guide to Slice Cultures, Types, and Their Relevance
Tissue slices represent the organs or intact tissue for in vitro studies such as biochemical analyses, live-cell imaging, electro-physiological, and pharmacological studies. Theoretically, tissue slices are short-lived and should be used immediately. In practice, tissue slices can be temporarily maintained in cold storage or cryopreserved to reduce or stop their metabolic activities, thus extending their […]
Ultimate Guide on Neuronal or Brain Slice Electrophysiology
What is Brain Slice? Electrophysiology refers to studying the electrical properties of biological cells and tissues. Thus, brain or neuronal electrophysiology pertains to a branch of electrophysiology that deals with measuring electric current or voltage changes in one neuronal cell, a brain slice, or the whole brain. The methodology was first introduced by Yamamoto and […]
Preservation Techniques: Methods for Preserving Tissue Slices
Are you looking for Slice Electrophysiology Solutions Click Here Tissue slices are viable tissue sections used as in vitro representatives of their originating tissues or organs for metabolic studies, including live-cell imaging, electrophysiological analysis, and pharmacological studies. Theoretically, slices of tissue or organ are immediately used for their intended examinations. However, this is not usually […]