PET/CT: Frequently Asked Questions
What is PET/CT Imaging? PET/CT imaging is the combination of two distinct imaging techniques. a What is PET Imaging? PET, or positron emission tomography, is a look at the metabolic or biochemical activity present in a given anatomical region
[WEBINAR] Expanding preclinical and histopathology capabilities with MRI technology: a useful tool for preclinical safety and efficacy evaluation
This free webinar hosted by Scintica Instrumentation reviewed the fundamentals of Magnetic Resonance Histology (MRH) and provided a number of relevant examples. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) has been used for years in preclinical research to perform in
Cancer biology and High-Frequency Ultrasound: non-invasive identification, visualization, and quantification in a wide variety of preclinical tumor models
Ultrasound has become a widely used preclinical imaging modality that can be used to visualize a variety of internal structures within small animal models with high resolution (down to 30µm). This provides researchers with primary structural information in real-time
𝘐𝘯 𝘷𝘪𝘷𝘰 intermittent hypoxia: New chambers give researchers dynamic and controlled O₂ environment to enhance research
Intermittent hypoxia (IH), also referred to as hypoxia-reoxygenation, is a condition where periods of normal tissue oxygen pressure (normoxia) cycle with periods of low tissue oxygen pressure (hypoxia). This alternating lack of oxygen is associated with various forms of
Webinar: How high frequency ultrasound imaging is supporting preclinical research applications
This free webinar hosted by Scintica Instrumentation introduced participants to some of the basics of high frequency ultrasound imaging and reviewed the most common preclinical research applications for this exciting technology. Our presenter, Ms. Tonya
Investigating the role of metabolism in human induced pluripotent stem cell generation
This team of researchers in the Biology Department at Western University are investigating metabolic ways to increase efficiency of reprogramming adult cells to iPSCs. Embryonic stem cells are pluripotent, which means they can turn into any cell type found in the
Webinar: Transverse Aortic Constriction: The Importance of Monitoring Surgical Outcomes
This free webinar hosted by Scintica Instrumentation reviewed with the viewer the importance of monitoring their surgical outcomes, specifically following transverse aortic constriction (TAC) Join Tonya Coulthard as she discussed some background information about
Counting Highly Dense Colonies
Perhaps you’ve been there - looking at a colony formation assay (CFA) where there are hundreds (or thousands) of colonies of various sizes and wondering “how can I possibly count all of these colonies accurately”? The logistical problem becomes
A Non-Invasive Method to Assess Coronary Flow Reserve
Coronary flow reserve (CFR) is a measure of the ability of the coronary arteries to increase blood flow to the myocardium via dilation during periods of stress. CFR is reduced by age, as well as various disease states including
Doppler Flow Velocity Video Resources
These videos summarize common techniques for assessing cardiac function using the Doppler Flow Velocity System. Fill out the form below with your name and email address to get access to these resources. Pulse Wave Velocity
Changing how researchers think about MRI: Utilizing a simple to use, compact, MRI system to transform preclinical imaging
In this webinar Tonya Coulthard discussed features and benefits of the M-Series product line, focusing on the unique self-shielded compact design of the systems which allows them to be placed in any existing laboratory or animal
WEBINAR: What is hyperoxia, normoxia and hypoxia to cells: Why researchers should care about environmental oxygen and how it influences results
What oxygen levels are you using in your cellular research? Are your cells under hyperoxia, normoxia, hypoxia, or are you unsure? This free webinar hosted by Scintica Instrumentation provided our audience with an overview on
WEBINAR: Preclinical imaging with fluorescence in vivo endomicroscopy
This free webinar hosted by Scintica Instrumentation provided a comprehensive review of the latest laser confocal microscope technology called the FIVE2 from Optiscan Imaging. The session included a hands-on demonstration of the system and an overview
Transverse Aortic Constriction (TAC): Why, how and the outcome as it relates to pressure overload-induced cardiac hypertrophy and/or heart failure
Chronic congestive heart failure, more commonly referred to as heart failure (HF), is a multifactorial cardiac disease which can affect the heart both structurally and/or functionally thereby impairing its ability to properly fill and eject blood from the ventricles.
Normoxia isn’t normal: Conventional incubators generate more questions than they answer
Since the first CO2 incubators were made commercially available in the late 1960’s they have become a staple for researchers to grow and maintain cells in vitro. These chambers have been highly effective for this task; however, they do