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Panlab/Harvard Apparatus Behavioral Research Catalog

Panlab/Harvard Apparatus Behavioral Research Catalog

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Overview: The document provides a comprehensive guide on various behavioral tests and equipment used in biological sciences, focusing on behavioral research in rodents. It covers equipment specifications, procedures, and applications in studying neurobehavioral alterations, learning, memory, anxiety, depression, reward, addiction, and metabolism.

Main Sections:

Video Tracking: The SMART Video-Tracking System automates animal behavior recording, supporting multiple enclosures and offering flexible analysis and user-friendly interfaces.
Activity & Exploration: Tools like the IR Actimeter and ActiTrack Software monitor locomotor activity and exploration.
Sensory Motor & Coordination: Equipment such as Rota Rods and Grip Strength Meters assess motor coordination and strength.
Analgesia: Devices like the Tail Flick Analgesia Meter and Hot/Cold Plate Meters are used for pain assessment.
Learning & Memory: Tools like Shuttle Boxes and Radial Mazes study learning and memory processes.
Anxiety & Depression: Tests such as the Elevated Plus Maze and Tail Suspension Test evaluate anxiety and depression.
Reward & Addiction: Systems like the Place Preference Box and Self-Administration Box study addiction and reward behaviors.
Metabolism: The Oxylet System is used for respiratory metabolism studies, with software for analyzing food and drink intake.

Key Features: The document emphasizes the flexibility and precision of the systems, ability to track in low contrast conditions, and comprehensive data analysis capabilities. The SMART system is noted for its user-friendly interface and configurability.

Support and Contact: Panlab/Harvard Apparatus offers technical support and encourages contact for further information or assistance with system configurations.

Research Studies: The document includes studies on the effects of substances on rodents' learning and memory, using various mazes and tests to assess behaviors.

Specifications: Computer requirements for video-tracking systems include a 2 GHz processor, 2 GB RAM, and compatibility with Windows® 98, 2000, XP, and Vista 32.

Behavioral Tests: Tests like the Wheel Running Test, Emergence Test, and Novel Object Test assess locomotor activity, exploration, and response to novelty, relevant for drug screening and studying diseases.

Conclusion: The document highlights the importance of standardized behavioral tests in understanding the effects of substances and conditions on rodent models, providing insights into potential therapeutic applications for human diseases.

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Panlab/Harvard Apparatus Behavioral Research Catalog-1

the most comprehensive line for Behavioral Research Locomotor Activity & Exploration Sensory Motor & Coordination Analgesia Learning & Memory Anxiety & Depression Reward & Addiction Food & Drink/Metabolism Call to receive other Cell Biology & Electrophysiology Animal, Organ & Cell Physiology Behavioral Research catalogs of interest Micro/Nano Fluidics Electroporation & Electrofusion Molecular Sample Preparation

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Panlab/Harvard Apparatus Behavioral Research Catalog-2

behavioral research catalog Panlab, now a subsidiary of Harvard Apparatus, Modular Operant Box, superior versatility, see page 75 manufactures and distributes high quality equipment for the biological sciences. For over 30 years, our team covers all stages of development – from design to manufacturing, software to hardware, technical and scientific support. Panlab/Harvard Apparatus is your reliable source for the most comprehensive solutions to your application needs - our offerings include the following application areas: video tracking, activity/ exploration, sensory motor, analgesia, memory,...

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Panlab/Harvard Apparatus Behavioral Research Catalog-3

Table of Contents Products Selection Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Video Tracking SMART Video-Tracking System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 – 7 Smart JUNIOR Video-Tracking System . . . . . . . . . . .8 – 9 Activity & Exploration IR Actimeter for Activity & Exploration . . . . . . . . .15 – 16 ActiTrack Software IR Actimeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Sensory Motor Rota Rods for Motor Coordination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Grip Strength Meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 – 24 Rodent Activity Wheel...

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Oxylet System for Respiratory Metabolism Products (continued) Memory & Attention Learning and Memory Selection Guide . . . . . . . . .53 – 60 Attention Selection Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 – 62 ActiTrack Software IR ActimeterRelated Tracking Anxiety Locomation & Exploration Shuttle Boxes for Active/Passive Avoidance . . . .63 – 64 ShutAvoid Software for Active & Passive Avoidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 – 66 Circular Pool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 – 68 Radial Maze & Mazesoft-8 Software . . . . . . . . . . .69 – 70 Startle...

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Panlab/Harvard Apparatus Behavioral Research Catalog-5

Do you have a technical question? Our staff of scientists have the answers you need! In addition to our high quality research products, Panlab/Harvard Apparatus is proud to offer unparalleled technical sales for both pre- and post-sales. Our technical staff scientists are happy to help answer any questions you may have or assist with system configurations. Contact us or visit our websites for access to: Research articles Product Specifications Working Procedures Demonstration Videos Instruction Manuals Application Sheets Harvard Apparatus • phone 508.893.8999 • toll free U.S. 800.272.2775 • fax...

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selection guide Research Area Experimental Test Video Tracking Video-Tracking Studies Activity & Exploration Locomotor Activity/Rearing Open Field Test Calorimetry, Food & Drink, Activity & Rearing Hole-Board Test Response to Novelty Voluntary Exercise Coordination and Equilibrium Test Rotation After Lesioning Grip Strength Exercise Training Startle Response Tail Flick Test Hot Plate Test Hot/Cold Plate Test Randall Selitto Test Inflammation Incapacitance Test Von Frey Test Passive Avoidance Test Active Avoidance Test Aron Test Morris Water Maze Radial Maze Test T-Maze Test Object Recognition...

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Video Tracking SMART Video-Tracking System for Automated Recording of Animal Behavior ® Flexible and precise analysis of animal behavior ® Optimized tracking in low contrast conditions ® Automated detection of head, center mass and base-tail with Triwise technology option ® Highly user-friendly ® Digital video file analysis capabilities ® Entirely configurable data report ® Zone-dependent camera settings ® Day/night cycle control system ® Immobility detection for forced-swimming test and freezing ® User defined criteria for zone entry with Triwise technology option Parameters Measured ® Animal...

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Video Tracking SMART Video-Tracking System for Automated Recording of Animal Behavior (continued) Components Included Computer Requirements 2 GHz processor or higher (Celeron processor not supported), 2 Gb of RAM with PCI 32-bit bus master expansion slot available and 1 free USB port. VIA chipset not recommended Graphic Card 256 colors palette graphics card for 1024x768 pixels, 32-bit true color RGB display System Requirements Windows® 98, 2000, XP (SP2 or Higher), Vista 32 Video camera, video tape, DVD player or digital video files ® CD and USB protection key ® Instruction manual ® Free software...

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Panlab/Harvard Apparatus Behavioral Research Catalog-9

Video Tracking Smart Junior Right to the Point Video-Tracking Components Included Key Features ® Simplest video-tracking system available, nine steps and you’re done! ® Ready-to-use configurations provide concrete meaningful data DESIGNED FOR: Water Maze Experiment ® Latency to reach the platform and times platform is crossed ® Permanence time, distance traveled, speed and number of entries (and %) into zones (platform, pool, quadrants, border and total) ® Movement pattern and manually scored events Open Field Experiment ® Permanence time, distance traveled, speed and number of entries (and %)...

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Video Tracking Smart Junior Right to the Point Video-Tracking (continued) Related Hardware ® Circular Pool, see pages 67 – 68 ® Elevated Plus Maze, see page 88 ® Open Field Box, see page 90 ® Place Preference, see page 98 ® Y or T Maze, by request Specifications Computer Requirements 2 GHz processor or higher (Celeron processor not supported), 2 Gb of RAM Graphic Card Requirements 256 colors palette graphics card for 1024x768 pixels, 32-bit true color RGB display System Requirements Windows® XP (SP2 or Higher), Vista 32 Images Sources Webcam, digital video, firewire/USB digital camera; in general,...

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