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EthoVision XT
Overview
EthoVision XT is the most commonly used video tracking system in the world (over 60% of studies that collect tracking data use EthoVision XT). Ideal for a variety of standard behavioural tests such as open field, plus maze and water maze, as well as high-throughput experiments, for example the monitoring of zebrafish larvae.
The newly released EthoVision XT 18 sees the continuation of the 'Deep Learning' era; using neural networks so the system can ‘learn by experience’. This drastically improves the detection of subtle behaviours, such as seizures, in rats and mice. Take a look at the movie lower down the page. EthoVision XT 18 also has exciting new Social Interaction features based on Deep Learning with no need to colour mark. This means two socially-housed rodents can be tracked without needing to add a colour mark, with no possibility of tracking 'swaps', and a host of analysis features based on relative position (e.g. nose-tail, nose-to-nose, or side-by-side).
The deep learning-based detection of the nose-point, centre, and tail-base of rats and mice takes video tracking to a new level, providing more accurate and stable body points detection. This is especially great for social preference testing, novel object recognition tests, hole-board tests, elevated plus maze, etc.
Free 14 day trial available to evaluate the software - data can be used to support grant bids.
How it Works
- EthoVision XT works on the basis of detecting a contrast between the animal and the background to automatically collect data for a range of parameters including activity, movement, path shape and angular velocity. It can also be used in 'machine learning' mode with appropriate hardware.
- Tracks the centre of gravity (and tail-base and nose in rodents)
- Select arenas, and design zones and points of interest
- Track live or from video with the option to manually score subtle behaviours.
- Data can be visualised along with external data streams, as well as video of the experiment
- Experimental parameters are fully exportable in either Excel or
text format for further analysis
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Features and Benefits
| Feature | Benefit | |
|---|---|---|
| Automation of starting, stopping and running of trials | Saves time and reduces human error | |
| Unique Dynamic Subtraction detection method ensures that your animals will still be reliably tracked, even when the background changes i.e. movement of bedding/sawdust with cages, urination, changes light stimuli etc | Data accuracy maintained in variable conditions | |
| Track animals in any type of arena, enclosure or maze | The same system can be used for a variety of behavioural tests | |
| Track live or from videos | Control where and when you collect you data | |
| Can be installed on multiple PCs | Data can be analysed in laboratory, office or at home | |
| Track animals in up to 100 arenas simultaneously | Increase throughput - get your trials finished quicker | |
| First and only video tracking system with GLP compliance (meets 21 CRF Part 11) | Safeguard your experiments; settings and changes during acquisition are logged and experimental results are retrievable | |
| Add-on modules with extra functionality. e.g physiological data import and GLP compliance | Buy the system you need and build on it as your work needs expand | |
| The most powerful and flexible data selection and analysis of any tracker | Get the data you need in the format you need it quickly and easily | |
| Track two socially-housed rodents without adding a colour mark | No 'swaps' in tracking, and a host of additional parameters including nose-tail, nose-nose and side-by-side |