NIR Video Fear Conditioning (VFC) System for Optogenetics

Now with OmniCtrl!

Optogenetics enables the activation of neurons using light by inserting a light-sensitive ion channel from algae into specific neurons, and is completely reversible by simply turning off the light source. To support optogenetics techniques, we now offer our Video Freeze™ fear conditioning system with an extra tall cubicle, a counterbalance arm, TTL converter, and a chamber with a modified top.

All packages for optogenetics feature:

• NIR light, which eliminates the need for bright visible light
  Visible light can be used within a session as a cue without impacting the video recording
• Five different user-defined intensity settings of white light
• Real-time video recording (30 frames per second) allows software to distinguish between subtle movements such as whisker twitch, tail flick, and freezing behavior
• Contextual inserts, which provide additional variables when studying the effects of contextual cues on learning and memory
• Digital camera to capture high quality, low noise video
• OmnCtrl Interface Card and 12 I/O OmniCtrl Connection Panel w/Sound

In addition, contextual packages feature:

• Foam lined cubicle
• Grid floor harnesses for all three different styles of floor (level, alternating, staggered)
• Low profile style chambers for clear view of animal during recording (featured in photo above)

NOTE: The only differences between mouse and rat packages are the spacing and size of rods in the grid floors and the grid floor aversive stimulation harness.

To learn more about our Fear Conditioning system, check out the catalog or this webpage.