In today’s fast-paced and stressful society, the prevalence of anxiety and depression has become a significant concern. Emotion-related animal behavior tests aim to provide a good research tool for the study of emotion-associated diseases.   Anxiety and depression affect millions of individuals worldwide, leading to a significant burden on public health and impacting overall...

In the pursuit of advancing disease research and its treatment, animal cognitive behavior is studied in a wide range of animal species. The innovative multi-type animal cognitive behavioral tests are set to complement disease research methodology, enabling scientists to gain deeper insight into the complexities of cognitive functioning and its implications in various pathological...

As several gene therapy approvals for rare disease treatment gain steam in 2023, a comprehensive set of gene therapy development solutions is released to pave richer avenues for rare disease research. This path-breaking move sees the integration of cutting-edge technology with state-of-art research facilities to amplify the possibilities of devising effective remedies for rare diseases.  ...

In the field of scientific research, understanding and studying emotion-related behaviors in animals plays a crucial role in advancing the knowledge of the human brain and mental health. Animal models can help researchers better comprehend animal behaviors, and rodent models in particular have become important objects for understanding the mechanisms of emotional behaviors and exploring...

What is cystic fibrosis? Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the lungs, digestive system, and other organs. It is caused by mutations in the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) gene, which encodes a protein that regulates chloride ions transport across cell membranes. These mutations cause the CFTR protein to be either absent or not function...

What is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy? Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a fatal neuromuscular disease caused by mutations in the dystrophin gene on the X chromosome. The mutation results in a lack of dystrophin in patients' muscles, a protein that keeps muscle cells intact and, when deficient, leads to progressive muscle degeneration and atrophy. DMD also affects the heart and respiratory...

What is Morris Water Maze Test? The Morris Water Maze Test is a behavioral test primarily used in animal research to assess spatial learning and memory abilities. It involves placing a small animal, typically a rat or mouse, in a large circular pool filled with opaque water. The pool is divided into four equally-sized quadrants, and a submerged platform is hidden in one quadrant just beneath...

Understanding animal behavior: Animal cognitive behavioral tests help researchers gain insight into how animals think, learn, and solve problems. By conducting cognitive behavioral tests, scientists can better understand the cognitive abilities of different animal species and how they compare to humans.   Comparative studies: Comparative cognition research is important for understanding...

Characterization of plasmids or nucleic acid constructs is fundamental to the development of gene therapy approaches. We are committed to providing automated and highly sensitive analytical methods to fully measure and characterize nucleic acids and plasmids, which are essential for the discovery and manufacture of gene therapies for rare diseases. Our transferable and reproducible...

What is a rare disease? A rare disease, also known as an orphan disease, is a medical condition that affects a small number of people. In most countries, a disease is considered rare when it affects fewer than 1 in 2,000 individuals. However, this definition may vary from country to country.   Rare diseases can be genetic, meaning they are caused by an alteration or mutation in a person's...