Muscle Physiology Apparatus
800C: in-vitro Muscle Apparatus
Flexible design makes these systems the ideal choice for measuring muscle properties of intact muscle tissue in mice and rats
801C: Small Intact Muscle Apparatus – Microscope Mountable
Highly integrated apparatus, optimally designed to test small, intact muscle contractility
802D: Permeabilized Fiber Apparatus – Microscope Mountable
A multi-well automated test system for quick and accurate measurement of permeabilized fiber dynamics
803B: Permeabilized Myocyte Apparatus – Microscope Mountable
Innovative 8–well plate designed for quick cell attachment and measurement of myocyte mechanical properties
804A: Permeabilized Fiber ATPase Apparatus
The 804A ATPase apparatus was designed to enable physiology researchers to measure consumption of ATP along with contractile force and length changes of permeabilized fibers.
806D: in-situ Rat Apparatus
A beautifully designed, innovative apparatus for measuring in-vitro, in-situ and in-vivo muscle properties in rats
807B: in-situ Large Rodent/Small Animal Apparatus
Easily test in-situ muscle tissue dynamics in large rodents and other small animals
809C: in-situ Mouse Apparatus
A beautifully designed, flexible apparatus for easily measuring in-vitro, in-situ and in-vivo muscle properties in mice
820A: Dual XYZ Motion Controller
Closed-loop control of motorized stages to easily perform complex micro positioning with stunning precision
825A: Thermocouple Meter / TEC Controller
Thermometer and TEC Controller controls bath temperature from 0 to 40°C
Content for the Muscle Physiologist
Tackling the Heart of the Issue: Advances in Cardiovascular Research
February notably marks “Heart Month”, aiming to highlight the importance of cardiovascular health and its critical implications on our overall wellbeing. Tackling the heart of the issue, several cardiovascular studies stand out as key players within the preclinical research landscape. The following publication review covers recent advancements in the field, including a promising therapeutic drug candidate for heart failure as well as novel insights into the cardiovascular biology of Marfan syndrome and muscle contraction regulation.
Molecular Deep Dives in Force Production
As we launch full force into 2024, studies exploring the molecular underpinnings of force production in mice have blazed the trail of functional muscular research. From calcium dynamics during muscle contraction, to muscle impairments in myotonic dystrophy, and the effects of running on muscle mass in a dystrophic mouse model, January's novel insights into muscle function and regulation have important implications on our understanding of muscle physiology and health.
Best of 2023: Across Countries and Applications
2023 has proved to be a particularly fruitful year for scientific discovery, with a multitude of pioneering studies spanning continents and disciplines. From the intricate workings of muscle physiology in Switzerland to the nuanced understanding of migraine mechanisms in the USA, the discernment of mosquito olfactory processing in India, and the innovative strides in sustainable materials science in Germany and Austria, this year's research highlights embody the spirit of global collaboration and scientific ingenuity. We hope that, by highlighting the multitude of ways our instruments provide precise and reliable data, future and current researchers can draw inspiration for new and innovative ways to collaborate across borders.