VIDEO: Sensor Calibration for WPI's TBR4100 Free Radical Analyzer (NO, HPO & H2S)
When using a TBR Free Radical Analyzer, accurate measurements of an analyte requires an accurate calibration. The calibration of nitric oxide, hydrogen peroxide and hydrogen sulfide sensors is similar. WPI oxygen and glucose sensors require different methods which will not be discussed here.
Versatile Microinjection Syringe Pump (UMP3T) for Injections in the Nanoliter to Milliliter Range
The UltraMicroPump3 is a versatile microinjection syringe pump designed to support the needs of a busy lab. The UMP3 Microinjector is suitable for delivery of media from nanoliters to milliliters. the UMP3 injecotor’s user interface and system design enables delivery of highly accurate and repeatable injections. The choice for thousands of scientists, it is widely cited in research papers.
VIDEO: 7 Reasons to Love the New EVOM3 for TEER Measurement
The NEW EVOM3 Epithelial Volt/Ohm Meter delivers improved workflow efficiency, increased stability and more repeatable measurements than traditional Trans Epithelial Electrical Resistance (TEER) meters. Here are seven things you will love about the new EVOM3.
Meet Our Researchers
Researchers around the globe trust WPI products. Here are a few who have shared glimpses into their research areas.
Setting Up The MICRO-ePORE
The new WPI MICRO-ePORE™ Pinpoint Cell Penetrator is a simple and versatile system that can be used for efficient microinjection of a diverse array of compounds and biomolecules into oocytes and pre-implantation stage mammalian embryos. Patent pending Flutter Electrode Technology assists in small, clean, precise membrane penetration without tearing or damaging the membrane. Here Gabe sets up the system and connects all the components.
Setting Up the DUO773 Electrometer
For intracellular dual or differential studies, WPI's Duo773 has separate negative capacity controls and built-in active filtering that allows the precise balancing of time constants for artifact-free differential measurement. It comes complete with two probe headstages, 1015Ω and 1011Ω probes to monitor signals from ion-specific micro-electrodes as well as KCl-filled electrodes. Jim shows you how to safely unpack and properly setup your new Duo773.
How to Set the Gap on your WPI EndOhm Chambers
WPI EndOhm chambers are used with WPI's EVOM2 meter for making TEER (transepithelial electrical resistance) measurements. Each EndOhm chamber comes with a "spacer" disk for calibrating the gap between the two chamber electrodes. A consistent gap ensures reliable measurements. Here Subhra shows how to calibrate your chambers.
Resurfacing Electrodes in a WPI EndOhm Chamber
WPI EndOhm chambers are used with WPI's EVOM2 meter for making TEER (transepithelial electrical resistance) measurements. After heavy use your background resistance measurement may start to rise. Your electrodes may need to be resurfaced to remove buildup of proteins, sugars and biological materials. Here Subhra demonstrates how to clean and resurface your EndOhm chambers.
Choosing an EndOhm Chamber Compatible with your Cell Culture Inserts
WPI's EndOhm chambers are used with WPI's EVOM2 meter to measure TEER (transepithelial electrical resistance) in cell culture inserts. Three chamber sizes are available for 6-well plates, 12-well plates and 24-well plates. Here Subhra demonstrates how to choose an EndOhm chamber to match the cell culture inserts you are using.
VIDEO: Using WPI's PUL-1000 Micropipette Puller
World Precision Instruments' PUL-1000 is a microprocessor controlled, four-stage, horizontal puller for making glass micropipettes or microelectrodes used in intracellular recording, microperfusion and microinjection. It offers programmable sequences of up to four steps with complete control over the heating, force, movement and cooling time. This allows graduated cycles for a variety of applications. PUL-1000 can produce pipettes with tip diameters from less than 0.1µm to 10+ µm.
Caring for your Surgical Instrument Investment
What's the difference between cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing? Let's take a look. This is the first in a series of four videos to discuss some best practices in caring for your surgical instrument investment.
Calibrating Your Oxygen Sensor for use with the TBR
World Precision Instruments chemist Nikki Scafa demonstrates how to calibrate your ISO-OXY-2 or OXELP oxygen sensor with the TBR4100 free radical analyzer. For more information on biosensors, see www.wpiinc.com/biosensors.
How To Use the Micro4 Controller with a Micro Pump
Micro4™ from World Precision Instruments is an easy-to-use but very capable controller for WPI's Nanoliter Injector and UMP3 UltraMicropPump.
Nanoliter 2010, Perfect for Microinjection
WPI's Nanoliter 2010 Microinjection Pump is ideal for many applications, including zebrafish, xenopus oocytes and drosophila. MICRO4, an optional microprocessor-based controller, can provide an "intelligent" and easy-to-use interface to up to four Nanoliter Injectors. Operating parameters are set with the membrane key-pad and LCD display.
Microscope Chamber Setup for Live Cell Imaging
Watch as Barney and Kelly Boyce set up an InVivo microscope chamber. Ideal for live cell imaging, the chambers, along with heaters, carbon dioxide and oxygen controllers and stagetop environments are sold by World Precision Instruments.
Zebrafish Microinjection using the UMP3/Micro4
Watch how researchers from the University of Chicago inject adult zebrafish using a 10μl NanoFil microsyringe controlled by a Micro4 controller and UltraMicroPump III (UMP3-1 includes one UMP3 pump and a Micro4 contro
Zebrafish Microinjection Technique from JoVE
Chiara Cianciolo Cosentino, at the University of Pittsburgh, describes how she uses intravenous microinjections of zebrafish larvae to study acute kidney injury in this JoVE video. You can watch this video on JoVE. WPI equipment shown in this video includes:
ATC2000 Features New Adaptive Mode Technology
See how simple it is to operate the new ATC2000 Animal Temperature Controller. The new adaptive mode takes the guesswork out of temperature control so you can focus on the details of your own experiment.
WPI Instruments featured in JoVE Video on Cross-Pollination
WPI surgical instruments were recently featured in a JoVE video that demonstrates a new method for cross pollinating grasses.
How to Add a Camera to a Surgical Microscope
Watch as Gabe turns a binocular surgical microscope into a trinocular microscope and adds a video camera.
How to Assemble a SurgioScope
The PSMB5N Surgical Microscope has a motorized focusing system that allows for hands free operation. It is lightweight, compact and easy to maneuver. Dual bulbs prevent illumination failure during surgery. It has an optional video adapter and five magnification steps. This video shows you how to assemble your microscope.
Microinjection in Zebrafish Otocytes
Researchers at the University of Michigan are using WPI's PV820 for injecting a morpholino solution into the lumen of the otic vesicle of 1-day old zebrafish embryos. Then, they use electroporation to introduce mif and mif-like morpholinos into the developing inner ear tissues.
Front Filling Nanofil Syringe
In this video, Mike Pizza demonstrates how to front fill a Nanofil syringe using MicroFil.
How to Make PBS Buffer Solution
In this video, WPI Chemist Nikki Scafa demonstrates how to make a PBS buffer solution for use with WPI microsensors.