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By Sara Kruper - Feb 11, 2025

Breathing Through the Haze: Research Continues to Tackle Health Impact of Wildfire Smoke

Wildfire smoke poses a growing public health threat, with harmful pollutants like PM2.5 linked to respiratory and cardiovascular issues. This blog explores the health impacts of wildfire smoke, highlights recent research advancements, and showcases innovative tools like DSI’s inhalation exposure systems and telemetry solutions. Discover how these technologies are helping researchers uncover the mechanisms behind smoke-related health risks and develop interventions to protect vulnerable populations.

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By Sara Kruper - Jan 08, 2025

Revolutionizing Diabetes Research: How Continuous Glucose Telemetry is Shaping the Future of Translational Therapies

Revolutionize your diabetes research with DSI’s continuous glucose telemetry system. This innovative technology enables real-time, long-term glucose monitoring in animal models, offering stress-free, comprehensive data collection. By bridging preclinical and clinical research, it supports breakthroughs in glycemic control and translational therapies. Learn how it’s shaping the future of diabetes treatments.

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By George Portugal, PhD - Dec 10, 2024

Neural Organoids Could Be the Future of Brain-Controlled Prosthetics

Organoid technology is poised to revolutionize the development of brain-controlled prosthetics. By bridging the gap between the body’s central nervous system and a synthetic device, research with neural organoids could lead to the development of prosthetics capable of real-time interaction with the human brain through closed-loop feedback systems. Multielectrode array technology (also called “microelectrode array” or “MEA”) from Multi Channel Systems is ideally suited for studying this complex interaction and developing innovations in prosthetic research.

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By Sara Kruper - Nov 25, 2024

Variations in Trauma Responses Complicate the Search for Effective PTSD Treatments

PTSD affects millions, with varied trauma responses complicating treatment. Advanced research tools, including telemetry and behavioral systems, help uncover physiological and behavioral insights, paving the way for personalized therapies. Studies highlight sex-specific stress adaptations, novel drug targets, and physiological biomarkers, advancing understanding and treatment options for this complex disorder. Continued innovation is key to improving PTSD care.

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By Joshua Smith - Nov 05, 2024

Understanding Lung Fibrosis and the Future of Noninvasive Research Techniques

Lung fibrosis is a serious condition that limits lung function, and traditional research methods often rely on invasive techniques. However, Whole Body Plethysmography (WBP) offers a noninvasive solution for tracking fibrosis progression over time. This method allows researchers to monitor lung function in animal models without terminal procedures, providing valuable insights for developing effective treatments and understanding disease development.

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By Marie Westerhof - Oct 04, 2024

Video: Alzheimer's Research Solutions by Harvard Bioscience

Unlock the future of Alzheimer’s research with groundbreaking lab tools from Harvard Bioscience. This video showcases how our cutting-edge technologies, including BTX's electroporation systems, Biochrom's molecular analysis tools, and advanced electrophysiology solutions, accelerate discoveries in Alzheimer’s disease. From gene therapy to live cell imaging and cognitive testing in animal models, watch how Harvard Bioscience is building labs to advance Alzheimer’s research and equip the next generation of scientists with tools that could lead to life-changing breakthroughs.

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By Marie Westerhof - Oct 01, 2024

What is an MEA (multielectrode array or microelectrode array)?

Microelectrode arrays – also known as “multielectrode arrays” or MEAs – are powerful tools used in neuroscience, cardiac research, and pharmacology to study the electrical activity of excitable tissues like neurons and cardiac cells. But what exactly is an MEA system, and how do they work?

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