Wireless Recording Technologies for in vivo Electrophysiology in Conscious, Freely Behaving Non-Human Primates
Scientists discuss technological advancements and present novel application of new head-mounted, wireless sensors for neural recording and stimulation in conscious non-human primates.
#ExpertAnswers: Melissa Caras, Dan Sanes & Bradley Barth on Wireless Recording and Stimulation Technologies for in vivo Electrophysiology
Experts discuss and respond to questions regarding technological advancements and novel application of head-mounted and implantable, wireless sensors for neural recording and stimulation in freely moving animals.
Utilizing Heart Rate Variability (HRV) for Preclinical Evaluation of Cardiovascular Function & Related Disease
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
Scientists discuss technological advancements and present novel application of new head-mounted, wireless sensors for neural recording and stimulation in conscious, freely moving animals.
#ExpertAnswers: Marco Weiergräber and Jennifer Teske on Measuring Sleep with EEG
Marco Weiergräber and Jennifer Teske discuss case studies highlighting the use of small animal EEG telemetry for measuring REM and non-REM sleep in rats, as well as hippocampal theta oscillations in a mouse model of Alzheimers.
#ExpertAnswers: David Culp and Christine van Hover on Retinal Imaging
David Culp and Christine van Hover discuss a unique retinal imaging system optimized for eye research using large animals.
#ExpertAnswers: Tahl Holtzman on Electrophysiology and Optogenetics
Tahl Holtzman discusses the latest neurotechnology for large-scale, high resolution extracellular single unit recording combined with optogenetics in anesthetized, head fixed and freely behaving 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
#ExpertAnswers: Andrew Klein on Neural Data Processing
Andrew Klein discusses how to improve signal quality, data recordability and approaching complex applications of spike sorting using Plexon’s OmniPlex software.
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.
#ExpertAnswers: Mark Lehmkuhle and Frazer Findlay on Long-Term EEG in Small Animals
Mark Lehmkuhle and Frazer Findlay discuss the fundamentals of wireless, long-term EEG recording in small animals and new research capabilities enabled through the integration of technology and physiological analysis systems.
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
#ExpertAnswers: José Gadea on Implantable Pumps
José Gadea discusses the use of implantable pumps as an alternative to serial injections when administering compounds to laboratory animals.
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.
#ExpertAnswers: Mads Kjølby and Niels Wellner on Food and Water Intake of Rodents
Mads Kjølby and Niels Wellner discuss 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.
#ExpertAnswers: Hasan Ayaz, Frazer Findlay and Kurtulus Izzetoglu on the Fundamentals of fNIRS
Experts discuss the fundamentals of fNIRS and present research capabilities enabled through the integration of optical brain imaging technology and physiological recording systems.
Monitoring Food Intake, Water Intake and Ingestive Behavior In Group-Housed Rodents
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.
#ExpertAnswers: Julie Gill and Matt Croxall on Cognitive Evaluation of Rodents
Julie Gill and Matt Croxall discuss the methodology and best practices of Bussey-Saksida Touchscreen Systems used for the cognitive evaluation of rodents.
#ExpertAnswers: Charles Vorhees and Jason Adair on Reflex Testing in Rodents
Charles Vorhees and Jason Adair discuss best-practices and prescribed techniques for Acoustic, Tactile and PPI (Pre-Pulse Inhibition) paradigms for startle reflex testing in rodents.
Animal Behavioral Neuroscience 2015
A webinar series focused on tools and techniques to study animal behavior.
#ExpertAnswers: Seth Hays and Drew Sloan on Forelimb Function in Rats and Mice
Seth Hays and Drew Sloan discuss quantitative measurements with automated, high-throughput systems in rodent models.
