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With Dolomite Microfluidics discontinued in 2026, Elveflow explains the current landscape of pressure-based flow controllers and how researchers can choose the right system for their experiments.

A methodology-focused workshop at Tel Aviv University on preclinical psilocybin research — covering behavioral approaches for measuring drug effects and introducing EthoVision as a core analysis tool for behavior assessment. Hosted by the Myers Neuro-Behavioral Core Facility on June 21.

A new study in Translational Psychiatry from the University of Haifa shows that circadian instability — measured passively with wearables in the months following the October 7th Supernova festival attack — predicts which trauma survivors go on to develop clinically significant PTSD.

Rokowski and colleagues (2026) validate WearCAAT, a cross-platform mobile app that turns a smartphone or tablet into a "pocket laboratory" for neuroimaging — running cognitive tasks while synchronising EEG and fNIRS data via Lab Streaming Layer.

NBT is exhibiting at ISBP2026 in Jerusalem, showcasing our EEG, fNIRS, and eye tracking solutions for cognitive and behavioral research. Come visit our booth!

A new study in Scientific Reports by Gliksman, Schwarz, and Naparstek examines how mathematical fluency declines with age across the four basic arithmetic operations — finding that division and subtraction show the largest age effects while addition is largely preserved, and that education and time since retirement are the strongest individual predictors of performance in older adults.

Automation and AI are transforming cell microscopy — from robotic stages and standardized acquisition to deep learning-powered analysis of 3D organoids, enabling reproducible, quantitative imaging at scale.

PPG is everywhere — but what does it actually measure, and how does it compare to ECG? This post breaks down the key differences between consumer-grade and research-grade photoplethysmography, and what researchers need to know before choosing a method.

A closer look at how Dr. Tal Iram's lab at the Weizmann Institute of Science is using two RWD Stereotaxic Stations to perform high-precision in vivo surgeries in their research on oligodendrocyte aging, CSF dynamics, and cognitive rejuvenation.

Sixty people scrolled Facebook for ten minutes. Every one of them said they had not looked at a single ad. Every one of them had. A Tobii blog on why self-report fails, and what happens when AI and eye tracking are used together.

Three identical arms and an animal free to choose. Noldus walks through what that single decision reveals about spatial and working memory, and how automated tracking turns arm entries into clean, objective data.

Cells cultured under identical conditions still behave differently — and part of that variability is simply spatial randomness. This ibidi primer explains how micropatterning turns geometry into a controlled experimental parameter.

High-density surface EMG reveals that children with Developmental Coordination Disorder use more fixed motor-unit firing strategies than typically developing peers — a neuromuscular biomarker that could reshape how DCD is understood and treated.

Wearable eye trackers excel in real-world, dynamic research environments while screen-based systems offer precision for digital stimuli — understanding the key differences helps researchers choose the right Tobii tool for their study.

Microfluidics is revolutionizing cosmetic research by enabling precise emulsion formulation, high-throughput testing, and ethical skin-on-a-chip models as alternatives to animal testing.

A look at how Dr. Tamar Ben Shaanan's lab at the Weizmann Institute of Science is using the Kent Scientific SomnoFlo® Electronic Vaporizer to deliver precisely controlled isoflurane anesthesia in their work on pain, nociceptors, and tissue regeneration.

EthoVision’s AI-powered social tracker is transforming behavioral neuroscience — enabling researchers to measure complex rodent social interactions with unprecedented accuracy under naturalistic, stress-free conditions.

Founded nearly 30 years ago, Multi Channel Systems (MCS) is a pioneer in the development of commercially available microelectrode arrays (MEA) and their recording systems. MEAs have proven valuable for our understanding of how genetic background, disease pathology, and drugs alter neuronal network activity.

Everything you need to know about using flexible feeding tubes for rodents

At a leading rehabilitation centre in Lyon, a Qualisys gait lab and an immersive virtual environment are used daily to support treatment, rehabilitation and injury prevention — and to make the case for routine musculoskeletal check-ups.

Continuous telemetry produces vast physiological datasets. Advanced analytics tools like Data Insights for Ponemah help researchers move from manual ECG review to targeted, automated, reproducible data validation.

As microbiome research moves from species-level surveys to strain-level function, precision automation — like the QPix FLEX colony picker — is becoming essential for reproducible, scalable, culture-based validation.

A new TSC mouse model shows that deleting Tsc2 in a tiny area of the frontal cortex is enough to trigger spontaneous seizures and anxiety-like behavior — quantified with automated EthoVision tracking.

Step inside a usability lab and see how real users reveal what products truly do — and don't do — for them. Usability testing exposes hidden friction points and delivers insights that shape better digital products.

Dr. Monica Torres-Ruiz developed DanioFlow, a free open-source tool that automates EthoVision data analysis for zebrafish thigmotaxis studies — born from real experimental hurdles and a commitment to reproducible neurotoxicity testing.

EMG reveals what visual assessment cannot — which muscles are active, how strongly they contribute, and how patterns shift across exercises. Delsys shows how Trigno Analytics enables data-driven exercise selection and return-to-play decisions.

NBT is exhibiting at ILAF 2026, the Israeli Laboratory Animal Forum's annual meeting, showcasing our latest tools for rodent research — from the new Instech Syringe Pump and iPRECIO micro-infusion pumps to Kent Scientific's SomnoSuite anesthesia system, FST's freshly launched 2026 catalog, and Hundred's surgical components. Come visit our booth!

NBT exhibited at ISM 2026 at Expo Tel Aviv, showcasing ibidi chambers and slides for cell culture and microscopy, alongside the RWD RFLSI-ZW Laser Speckle Imaging System for real-time microcirculation research.

Tobii has launched a new open-source GitHub repository — the Tobii Research Community — curating peer-reviewed tools, scripts, and SDK extensions across the full eye-tracking workflow, from experiment design to multimodal integration with EEG and motion capture.

A new deep learning framework from the University of Zurich's Biomedical Optics Research Lab uses convolutional neural networks to automatically assess fNIRS signal quality channel by channel, achieving over 93% accuracy and outperforming traditional metrics like CV and SCI.

Discover how Luxembourg's SportFabrik — one of Europe's most advanced biomechanics facilities — used Qualisys motion capture, 16 force plates, and integrated EMG to help professional basketball player Magaly Meynadier return to elite competition after a career-threatening knee injury.

A new consensus from the Dutch-Flemish Brain Stimulation Foundation outlines three evidence-based strategies—tapering, maintenance TMS, and retreatment—for sustaining therapeutic benefits after acute rTMS treatment for depression.

A new Clinical Neurophysiology study shows that cortical microstructure — specifically myelin content — shapes the earliest components of direct electrical stimulation responses, with implications for intra-operative brain mapping and why the g.HIamp amplifier’s artifact control matters.

As organoid research grows, traditional 2D planar MEAs show clear limitations. Mesh MEA from Multi Channel Systems maintains structural integrity, enables long-term recordings from inside intact 3D organoids, and reduces experimental risk.

Cognitive load measures how much mental effort someone is using at a given time. Integrating it into Tobii eye tracking workflows reveals not just where people look, but how hard their brain is working — unlocking new insights in usability research, sports performance, and training.

Beyond physical and technical demands, Olympic sports place highly specific demands on each athlete's visual system. Eye tracking technology reveals how elite Winter Olympians use their vision — and how those visual skills can be trained to perform under pressure.

Conducting neuroscience studies in real-world environments is gaining importance. fNIRS’s portability, ease of use, and robustness to motion make it the ideal tool for naturalistic research in education, sports, clinical settings, and daily life.

NIRx and Brain Innovation launch a comprehensive tutorial video series for Satori fNIRS analysis software, covering preprocessing pipelines, data analysis tools, and the full Satori interface.

Organoid research has evolved rapidly, and offers unprecedented insights into cellular development, disease modeling, and regenerative medicine. A number of notable publications in organoid research have been released this year that provide insight into various biological and medical advancements.

Mouse temperature is one of the easiest things to “handle” while quietly losing control. The main reason is simple: core temperature and surface (skin) temperature answer different questions. If you rely on only one, you get blind spots. This article covers the common monitoring approaches (continuous vs spot-check, core vs surface), shows where each fits (anesthesia, recovery, free-moving studies), and gives a few simple workflow recipes that improve stability without wrecking your throughput.

Rodent catheterization raises many questions to mind, particularly regarding surgical equipment and instruments, animal recovery and catheter patency. What surgical equipment should I use? Which tools influence surgical outcomes and animal recovery? What surgical instruments are recommended? How can I minimize trauma during surgery? And what strategies can help extend catheter patency duration?

Cortico-cortical evoked potentials (CCEPs) are a neurophysiological technique used to assess functional connectivity between different regions of the brain. By delivering electrical stimulation to one cortical area and recording the resulting activity in another, CCEPs help map brain networks involved in movement, sensation, and cognition.

NBT recently installed a state-of-the-art Smart Ussing chamber system at Prof. Eran Elinav's laboratory at the Weizmann Institute of Science, enabling cutting-edge research into gut epithelial barrier function and microbiome interactions.

A closer look at how Dr. Silvi Frenkel-Toledo's lab at Ariel University's Department of Physiotherapy is using the Mag&More PowerMAG TMS system for advanced brain stimulation research in motor rehabilitation and stroke recovery.

A 70-cm bronze mouse knitting a DNA double helix sits outside a Siberian research institute — and it says something important about what good animal science actually requires: respect, restraint, rigor, and the 3Rs.

A closer look at how the Ariel Fischer Lab at the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology is using the AMTI Instrumented Treadmill for high-precision gait analysis and biomechanical research.

Tail-cuff blood pressure monitoring in mice and rats can be fast, scalable, and reliable—when stress, poor tail perfusion, movement, and inconsistent session design are properly managed. This guide explains what the method actually measures and how to avoid the most common failure modes.

Qualisys has officially launched OnTraq, a markerless analysis system that lets elite sports organizations assess a full roster of 20 athletes in just 30 minutes — delivering accurate, repeatable functional data without specialist operation.

NIRx and Brain Innovation release Satori EDU — a free educational version of the state-of-the-art fNIRS processing and analysis software, complete with predefined datasets and a step-by-step Getting Started Guide.

EMG pattern recognition translates muscle signals into prosthetic movements, enabling more natural limb function for patients with upper-limb deficiencies. Two recent studies demonstrate how input data quality and type significantly improve actuation accuracy in myoelectric prosthetics.

EMG-guided Human Robot Collaboration (HRC) enables automated optimization of worker posture and joint torque in industrial settings, reducing muscle effort and improving ergonomics during high-effort tasks.

Human-in-the-loop methods using EMG biosignals and machine learning are transforming wearable robotics, enabling more personalized assistive devices that reduce muscle effort and device abandonment.

Learn about the key scientific methods used in human behavior research. We explain quantitative and qualitative approaches, experimental design, and how researchers collect and analyze behavioral data.

At sub-microliter scales, four mechanical factors — dead volume, air bubbles, plunger stick-slip, and manual rate variation — are the main culprits behind inconsistent microinjection results. Here's how to systematically eliminate each one.

MANUS gloves are now natively integrated into NVIDIA Isaac Lab 2.3, enabling researchers and robotics teams to capture high-fidelity demonstration data for robot policy training through natural hand teleoperation inside simulation.

A practical guide to using inertial motion capture for biomechanics research — covering how to capture reliable 3D kinematics in lab and field settings, choose the right system, and translate movement data into meaningful research outcomes.

In the final installment of the NIH Grant Writing Series, Dr. William Gerin shares expert advice on building a realistic budget, navigating new NIH policies, and writing clearly and engagingly so reviewers understand and support your research.

fNIRS is increasingly applied in Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) systems due to its portability, ease of use, and robustness to motion. This post explores neurorehabilitation, neurofeedback, and daily-life applications of fNIRS-BCI, with study examples and Artinis device solutions.

Myoelectric-controlled lower limb prostheses use EMG signals to actuate movement, but assumptions about neural activation between residual and intact limbs may need revision. New research reveals that amputation alters motor unit properties in ways that directly impact prosthetic control models.

NIRx introduces advanced multiplexing capabilities in the Aurora acquisition software, enabling high-density fNIRS configurations with greater channel counts and improved data quality.

NIRx Medical Technologies announces a strategic partnership with Dutch fNIRS pioneer Artinis Medical Systems, supported by healthcare investor Gilde Healthcare.

Some laboratory syringe pumps have a built-in two-syringe rack; others can accommodate racks so that one pump can push four, six or even 10 syringes at the same time. Syringe pumps can be expensive, so it’s tempting to have a pump that can multi-task. What are the downsides?

Electromyography-driven musculoskeletal models can track muscle fatigue in real-time, with applications in sports training, rehabilitation, and manual handling. This post explores a novel time-varying model (t-pEMS) that uses EMG data to estimate fatigue progression with person-specific accuracy.

Combining portable NIRS and High-Density EMG provides a comprehensive view of muscle fatigue, oxygenation, and neural recruitment — enabling richer insights across sports science, rehabilitation, and clinical research.

Learn how to convert a standard Tecniplast rat cage into a fully functional tethered infusion cage — including slotting the lid, attaching a counter-balanced swivel mount, and connecting the right infusion tether for optimal animal welfare.

By combining EMG and ultrasound imaging, neuromechanics research reveals how muscles activate and adapt mechanically and neurally — opening the door to personalized rehabilitation and deeper insights into individual movement signatures.

NIRx officially launches NIRxWINGS2 — the next evolution in physiological sensing for multimodal fNIRS neuroimaging, featuring improved signal quality, the NIRx BioLink universal sensor port, and full wireless mobility.

Microfluidics has transformed biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and diagnostics research by enabling precise control over small fluid volumes. However, accurate volume measurement remains a critical challenge in these experiments. Even minor variations in liquid handling can affect reaction efficiency, reproducibility, and overall data integrity.

Tobii Glasses X, our newest wearable eye tracker, shows you hidden truths about your business in intuitive, affordable, and scalable ways.

Researcher interview: Dr. Gabriel David, head of Biolabs at Synchrotron Soleil, explains how pressure-based microfluidic flow control with Elveflow’s OB1 system enables clean, gentle handling of fragile biological samples during synchrotron X-ray experiments.

Dr. William Gerin shares expert guidance on choosing the right collaborators, crafting a compelling Specific Aims page, and preparing pilot data that convinces reviewers your research is feasible and worth funding.

Discover how Tobii Glasses X eye tracking technology is transforming training and productivity in heavy machinery industries — from understanding operator attention patterns to accelerating skills transfer from expert to novice.

Eye tracking research reveals how age, cultural background, and cognitive traits shape the way people visually process information. Understanding these demographic differences is essential for designing inclusive interfaces, effective marketing, and adaptive learning experiences.

NIRx releases a comprehensive video guide on optimizing signal quality for fNIRS experiments, covering quantitative and qualitative assessment, troubleshooting common challenges, and a real-time setup example.

NIRx and Brain Innovation announce Satori 2.0, introducing Python integration, a new data plotter for multi-channel visualization, and integrated user guides — transforming how fNIRS researchers preprocess and analyze their data.

Delsys EMG systems help sports performance and rehabilitation professionals measure asymmetry, fatigue, compensation, and muscle inhibition in athletes — translating precise data into actionable insights for return-to-play decisions.

Cardiff University researchers combine TMS and Delsys EMG during dynamic walking tasks to reveal how the brain and spinal cord coordinate muscle activity in real-world movement — with direct applications in fall prevention and rehabilitation.

With so many models and specs out there, choosing the right syringe pump can be daunting — here are the key factors that genuinely matter for precision, flow stability, and long-term reliability in your research.

Automation is transforming brain organoid cultivation by enabling consistent, reproducible cultures at scale—critical for long-term neurodegenerative disease research into conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's that require months of continuous culture.

A year-end reflection on the key concepts that shaped human behavior research discussions in 2025 — from stimulus design and emotional measurement to social interaction coding and observational methods.

Dr. Monica Torres-Ruiz shares how a challenge in a large-scale neurotoxicity project led her to develop DanioFlow — a free, open-source tool that simplifies and harmonizes EthoVision data analysis for zebrafish thigmotaxis studies.

Artinis releases the Brite MKIV — featuring a novel receiver with increased sensitivity, new accessories, and enhanced software. The latest version significantly decreases setup time in every subject and setting, further expanding fNIRS capabilities.

Exploring how Systemic Physiology-Augmented fNIRS (SPA-fNIRS) combines peripheral physiological signals with fNIRS data for cleaner results and richer neuroscience insights.

Microfluidics has transformed the way we handle small-scale fluid dynamics, but the choice of material plays a crucial role in ensuring reliability, precision, and compatibility—especially when working with biological samples. Biocompatible polymers have emerged as the go-to materials for microfluidic applications, offering a balance of flexibility, transparency, and chemical stability. Among these, PDMS (Polydimethylsiloxane) remains a staple, but newer alternatives like PMMA (hard thermoplastics), alginate-based hydrogels and Flexdym (soft thermoplastics) are gaining traction. Whether it’s for droplet formation, or biomedical research, the right material can make all the difference.

The Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Research Team (RUASRT) set out to tackle a tough challenge: studying how kestrels master wind-hovering in turbulent conditions. Traditional tracking methods couldn’t provide the precise, high-speed kinematic data needed for Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle (UAV) stability research.

MindWare Technologies marks its 25th anniversary with a heartfelt letter from CEO Eric Morgan, celebrating decades of collaboration with researchers and announcing major upcoming advancements to the physiological measurement technology ecosystem.