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emka TECHNOLOGIES' invites you to its presentation at the American Epilepsy Society annual meeting

Telemetry & software tools for epilepsy studies

emka TECHNOLOGIES' latest generation of telemetry and associated software allow for a significant increase in power and efficiency of preclinical CNS investigations.

Participants will gain an understanding of how to best plan and perform studies using rodent telemetry systems to measure and record EEG, wit…

 
 


SPS 2011 in Innsbruck - emka TECHNOLOGIES' sponsored presentation: advances in large animal cardiopulmonary data analysis

advances in large animal cardiopulmonary data analysis

wednesday, september 21st - 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm
room New Orleans

Please join us for lunch as we present the advances in analysis of large animal cardiopulmonary data. The presentation will focus on three topics related to large animal data analysis

- Pierre Lainée, Principal Scientist at …

 
 


emka TECHNOLOGIES acquires Data Integrated Scientific Systems

emka TECHNOLOGIES, INC. of Falls Church, VA is pleased to announce its acquisition of key assets and workforce of Data Integrated Scientific Systems (DISS) of Dexter, MI.

emka TECHNOLOGIES is a leading provider of software and hardware products for pre-clinical research, while DISS is an industry expert, with over 20 years of experience, in software solutions for tele…

 
 


ithetis is the world's smallest and most advanced implantable drug delivery device

ithetis brings a new approach to the administration of drugs in animals. Its versatile dosing profile and wireless programming capabilities provide endless possibilities to run the most demanding protocols in a safe, precise and most convenient way. This means that ithetis™ can help researchers perform high quality innovative research.

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inclusion of blood pressure measurements in canine toxicology studies


Validation of a non-invasive telemetry method
  • blood pressure recordings up to 24 hours
  • bp, ecg and respiratory parameters recorded simultaneously
  • 40s-1min to perform a cycle (inflation and deflation)

 http://telemetry.emka.fr/refe.php#vingt

 
 


the use of alternate QRS measurement methods to improve detection of propafenone-induced QRS prolongation


alternate methods of QRS interval measurement using propafenone, a compound that increases QRS duration

http://ecg.emka.fr/refe.php 

 
 


comprehensive arrhythmia analysis in telemetered non-human primates


determination of the normal frequency of arrhythmias in a colony of telemetered cynomolgus monkeys

http://ecg.emka.fr/refe.php 

 
 


assessment of non-invasive telemetric blood pressure and electrocardiogram measurement in conscious dogs


evaluation of the veracity of a noninvasive telemetry system for detecting changes in blood pressure, heart rate and electrocardiogram in ambulatory dogs

http://telemetry.emka.fr/refe.php  

 
 


emka TECHNOLOGIES annonces distribution agreement with Star-Oddi.

Star-Oddi produces the Data Storage Tag (DST) which is a miniature data logger. The loggers have been used in the biomedical industry for several years. A wide product range of loggers exist, to measure: temperature, depth, pressure, salinity, conductivity, tilt and magnetic field strength. Star-Oddi temperature probes are a great asset to researchers in various stages of drug developement becaus…
 
 


emka TECHNOLOGIES pulmonary systems - flexible, customizable setups for any experimental design

our pulmonary systems provide comprehensive, real-time, breath-by-breath analysis of physiologic signals from a variety of plethysmograph designs including whole-body, head-out, double chamber, resistance/compliance, and large animal helmets. Our software provides the user with powerful feedback via real-time trends, data tables, and user defined rejection criteria. Use the same software to i…

 
 


emka TECHNOLOGIES will be exhibiting at WCBR 2011 in Keystone

emka TECHNOLOGIES will be exhibiting at WCBR 2011 in Keystone. Please visit us for more information and a demonstration of our capabilities.

44th Winter Conference on Brain Research - 2011 meeting
Keystone Resort & Conference Center - January 23-27, 2011
Keystone, CO, USA

w…

 
 


3R's and emka TECHNOLOGIES

The 3 R's are guiding principles for the humane use of animals in science and were first expounded as such by Russell and Burch in 1959. They may be presented as follows:


replacement: the use of non-animal methods such as cell cultures, human volunteers and computer modelling instead of animals to achieve a sc…

 
 


higher-fidelity pressure implant

emka TECHNOLOGIES is pleased to announce the availability of TRM53P, a new transmitter implant for customers needing a reliable and precise pressure recording. It is the result of the combined expertise of our partners Telemetry Research and Millar Instruments. >> learn more about the TRM53P

The m…

 
 


SPS 2010 SIDE EVENT: new strategies for arrhythmia detection and pulmonary assessments in drug safety

tuesday, september 21 - 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm
Seaport World Trade Center - Cambridge

Please join us for lunch as we present computerized methods that optimize efficiency for arr…

 
 


innovative products for cutting edge research

rodentPACK - wireless, low cost, head-mounted eeg for rats

The rodentPACK transmits data via radiotelemetry, offering a well-tolerated, humane alternative to tethered eeg. It is the only head-mounted radiotelemetry device that allows for pair or group housing. Direct inputs from the device to cortical and deep brain regions provide a high signal to noise ratio, facilitatin…

 
 


ecgAUTO was very important for the completion of several of our studies...

Come read our latest testimonial: ecgAUTO was very important for the completion of several of our studies including the one on the electrical remodelling of mice overexpressing the human type 1 angiotensin II receptor (AT1R) specifically in cardiomyocytes. >>  

 


emka TECHNOLOGIES provides the equipment you need to study cardiac conductivity

The study of cardiac conductivity is the investigation of the movement of electrical impulses through the conduction pathways of the heart. This pathway is conserved across mammals, and therefore animal models including mice, dogs and pigs provide a useful tool for furthering our understanding of the cardiac conduction system in health and diseases. The use of transgenic mice in particular is vita…
 
 


21 cfr part 11 compliance capability

glp compliance facilitates the conduct of studies, promotes their full and accurate reporting, and guarantees data integrity.


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data analysis and reporting services for cardiovascular data

too many data, too little time?

we now offer analysis, analysis support & reporting of cardiovascular study data

our staff veterinarian has over 6 years combined cardiovascular research experience in the drug industry and in academia.  her services range from assistance with the improvement of your analysis, to complete study analysis, study summaries …
 
 


launch of emka TECHNOLOGIES' pulmonary minisite

emka TECHNOLOGIES is proud to announce the official launch of its pulmonary minisite at:

http://pulmonary.emka.fr/

On this site, you can find out about our comprehensive range of solutions for studying pulmonary function: plethysmography 

 


study of pressure-volume loops

emka TECHNOLOGIES provides complete hardware and software solutions for cardiac pressure-volume (PV) loops from a wide range of species, from small rodents to large animals.

The PV loops analyzer of iox2 software performs analysis on loops during steady-state and changing conditions (e.g. vena cava occlusion). Parameters from steady-state loops are calculated in real-time on a beat-by-be…

 
 


baroreflex sensitivity analysis add-on option of ecgAUTO

emka TECHNOLOGIES' iox can be used to record the bp signal. After acquisition, ecgAUTO analyzes the recorded data for sequences of beats in which the beat-to-beat interval duration and blood pressure change in the same direction. The slope of each sequenc…

 
 


acquisition and analysis of physiological data from nonhuman primates

solutions for primates

Primates are intelligent, social animals with a complex range of both physical and emotional needs. Insuring the comfort and welfare of primates while maximizing experimental data integrity provides a unique challenge.

emka TECHNOLOGIES provides a complete array of products uniquely suited for the acquisition and analysis…

 
 


a smarter way to integrate your pulmonary physiology research needs

Looking for a smarter way to integrate your pulmonary physiology research needs?

emka TECHNOLOGIES is pleased to offer complete solutions for pulmonary physiology labs.  Our software & hardware is designed for efficiency and flexibility for both academic & industry research environments.  Our pulmonary systems provide comp…

 
 


new smoker device for cigarette exposure

the cigarette smoking robot (Scireq) is now available!

The robot lights cigarettes then ejects them when they are finished. Up to 24 cigarettes can be 'smoked' in a user-defined order - any combination of sequential or parallel smoking is possible.

The cigarette smoking robot is part of the  

 


emkaBATH4, the smart new product for isolated tissue study

emkaBATH4 IS the outcome of emka TECHNOLOGIES' long experience in the field of isolated tissue study.

emkaBATH4 is an all-in-one setup for isolated tissue studies

 
 


telemetry option: 100% non-invasive and reliable bp

emka TECHNOLOGIES is the first company to offer the preclinical community the possibility of obtaining completely non-invasive blood pressure (nibp) measurements from freely moving animals.

emkaPACK oscillometric pressure telemetry module 

 


emka TECHNOLOGIES on facebook!

emka TECHNOLOGIES on facebook! emka TECHNOLOGIES is pleased to announce that we …

 
 


non-invasive ecg from conscious mice and rats

The ecgTUNNEL range from emka TECHNOLOGIES can be used to measure 6-lead ecg in a non-invasive manner from conscious mice or rats.

ecgTUNNEL mouse and rat restrainer 

 


introducing studyDESIGNER v2.5

emka TECHNOLOGIES releases version 2.5 of studyDESIGNER, its software for planning and managing safety pharmacology and toxicology studies.

This version further improves performance, ease of use, and flexibility.

Key features are as follows:

  • faster performance with large recording files
  • new recording statistics can be…
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    announcing our first minisite: telemetry.emka.fr

    emka TECHNOLOGIES is proud to announce the official launch of its telemetry minisite at:

    telemetry.emka.fr

    The minisite contains a wealth of information about telemetry systems from emka TECHNOLOGIES: the different types of setups, with detailed description of different components; how …

     
     


    SOT 2009 presentation on advances in telemetric nibp recording

    SOT presentation on advances in telemetric nibp recording

    To find out why non-invasive blood pressure recording has become an alternative to implants, join us at our presentation at the meeting of the Society of Toxicology (Baltimore, Maryland; 16-17 March 2009):

    non-invasive blood pressure measurements on ambulatory large animals

     
     


    telemetry in primates

    telemetry in primates

    The non-invasive emkaPACK telemetry system from emka TECHNOLOGIES is suitable for use in primates such as the cynomolgus monkey.

    It can be used to record 7-lead ecg for up to 3 consecutive days, but also skin temperature, activity and respiration. Subjects may be individually or group housed (custom-d…

     
     


    inExpose - inhalation exposure in rodents

    inExpose - inhalation exposure in rodents

    emka TECHNOLOGIES is proud to offer the Scireq inExpose system for studying the effect of exposure to different substances.

    The primary use is in inhalation experiments in rats and mice, using a whole-body chamber or a nose-only mask. However inExpose is also used in experiments with large animals (f…

     
     


    monitor drinking/eating

    emka TECHNOLOGIES provides simple solutions to allow you to monitor eating and drinking behaviour in rodents.

    Animal cages are adapted to receive food and drink holders. Each holder is fitted with a force transducer that is connected to iox acquisition software - up to 32 cages can be monitored simultaneously.

    A specific iox analyzer quantifies intake, provi…

     
     


    automatic beat selection in iox

    "Automatic beat selection" is a new feature in iox, data acquisition and real-time analysis software from emka TECHNOLOGIES.

    iox selects beats using a protocol created by the user. A protocol consists of a set of instr…

     
     


    flexiVENT - preclinical and basic pulmonary research

    emka TECHNOLOGIES is proud to offer the Scireq flexiVENT system for measuring respiratory mechanics and lung function in animals from under 10 g to over 45 kg.

    flexiVENT combines a computer-controlled high-precision ventilator with glp-compliant software for acquisition and analysis. Respiratory mechanics parameters are calculated from data collected du…

     
     


    48th Annual Meeting of the Society of Toxicology

    emka TECHNOLOGIES will be participating as an exhibitor and presenter at the 48th annual meeting of the Society of Toxicology (SOT), on March 16-17th, 2009 in Baltimore, Maryland.

    Visit us at booth #1655 in the exhibit hall to discover and learn more about our comprehensive range of software, hardware and services for the life sciences community.

    W…

     
     


    using rodent thrombosis models

    emka TECHNOLOGIES can provide full setups to study thrombosis-related phenomena in rats or mice, whether to increase understanding of physiological thrombosis formation or to assess the properties of drugs.

    In anesthetized mice, for example, one can quantify thrombosis formation by measuring carotid artery flow rate downstream of the thrombus. This particular setup, as most oth…

     
     


    the importance and advantages of open systems

    emka TECHNOLOGIES is committed to the continued production of open data acquisition and analysis systems. An open system allows software and hardware from multiple manufacturers to be used together, in any combination that suits the investigator's needs. Open systems can lower cost sand offer enhanced features not available in closed, proprietary systems.

    Read more and discover…

     
     


    myograph for studying small vessels

    The microvessel myograph from emka TECHNOLOGIES is designed for the study of vessels with a diameter of 100µm to 2mm and a maximum length of 3.5mm. The transducer measures contractile forces of up to 10g.

    Two models are available, with 1 bath (20ml) or 2 baths (2 x 3ml, 2 x 5ml, or 2 x 10ml).

    emka TECHNOLOGIES can supply all that is necessary to start runn…

     
     


    non-invasive telemetry on rabbits

    emka TECHNOLOGIES is delighted to introduce emkaPACK non-invasive telemetry for research studies on rabbits.

    The telemetry system is currently used in dogs, primates and swine by pharmaceutical companies and CROs worldwide.

    Testing showed that data acquired from rabbits were of comparable high quality: 4 electrodes and 2 belts were connected to the emkaPA…

     
     


    new additions to plethysmography line

    emka TECHNOLOGIES provides complete hardware and software solutions for plethysmography studies in mice, rats or guinea pigs

    Our range of whole-body plethysmographs - in which the subject is conscious and freely moving - continues to expand.

    The latest model has a removable tower, and therefore offers all the advantages of previous models with added flexibility. Ch…

     
     


    coda: advanced technology for non-invasive blood pressure measurement in rodents

    CODA advanced technology for non-invasive blood pressure measurement in rodents  Setups for measuring non-invasive blood pressure (nibp) are based on the pr…

     
     


    cardiorespiratory studies in rodents

    iox2, data acquisition and analysis software from emka TECHNOLOGIES, is fully compatible with implantable telemetry from DSITM. Signals from the implants flow seamlessly into iox2.

    This compatibility opens up several data acquisition possibilities.

    For pulmonar…

     
     


    hemodynamic studies in rodents

    Hemodynamicshemodynamic studies in rodents is the study of forces that must be developed to circulate blood through the cardiovascular system so that tissues receive …
     
     


    minipigs in toxicology and safety pharmacology studies

    Use of the minipig in preclinical research has been steadily growing in recent years, and is set to continue as experience accumulates. Studies performed on minipigs are fully acceptable by regulatory authorities, including the FDA. minipigs noninvasive telemetry
     
     


    emka TECHNOLOGIES ecgTUNNEL restrainer for non-invasive ecg recordings

    The ecgTUNNEL, consisting of a restrainer and electrodes, is a method for obtaining ecg recordings from conscious mice and other small rodents.

    A cylinder-shaped tube restrains the subject firmly and gently, without causing trauma. Four electrode pads on the floor of the ecgTUNNEL allow you to …

     
     


    Your partner in preclinical cardiac safety testing, from AP to QT

    emka TECHNOLOGIES offers several purpose-built modules within both our iox2 data acquisition software for real-time analysis, and ecgAUTO software for advanced in-depth post-processing) for analyzing  

     


    ecg amplifiers for toxicology studies in a glp-compliant environment!

    emka TECHNOLOGIES has developed an ecg amplifier for performing ecg toxicology studies in a glp-compliant environment.

    The mainframe houses a card for 6 standard ecg leads and, optionally, a card for 6 precordial ecg leads, allowing for the acquisition of 6- or 12- lead ecg. 

    The mainframe connects directly to the acquisition card on the PC, eli…

     
     


    complete setups for studying lung resistance-compliance

    emka TECHNOLOGIES provides complete hardware and software solutions for plethysmography studies with anesthetized subjects, for real-time direct measurement of airway mechanics - resistance and compliance - as well as standard respiratory parameters.

    Subjects may be ventilated or breathing spontaneous…

     
     


    software for the wireless age

    I want to choose the right software for my research but it's not the easiest of tasks!

    In recent years, preclinical research has evolved considerably to exploit the benefits of wireless communications. The most obvious manifestation has been the advent of telemetry systems providing higher quality data generated by less stressed subjects, especially in the case of non-invasiv…

     
     


    it1 and it50 isometric transducers to study isolated tissues

    Isometric transducers measure force generated during isometric contraction (defined as contraction without change in length).

    The two models available from emka TECHNOLOGIES, it1 and it50, are designed for use with the inte…

     
     


    control up to four nebulization head with our nebulizationCONTROLLER

    The nebulizationCONTROLLER from emka TECHNOLOGIES may be used with an aerosol delivery system fitted to a plethysmography setup.

    Each nebulizationCONTROLLER controls up to four nebulization heads (Aeroneb Aerogen nebulizers), allowing for the delive…

     
     


    Society of Toxicology 2008 - 47th Annual Meeting and ToxExpo

    SOT 2008 - March 16-20, 2008 - Washington State Convention & Trade Center - Seattle, Washington - booth#620

    emka TECHNOLOGIES has developed smart solutions for many applications: non-invasive telemetry, ecg analysis,  

     


    Adapting telemetry setups to large populations

    What you should know before you design, build and equip your facility to conduct experiments with large populations using non-invasive telemetry.

    When planning studies involving a high number of telemetered subjects, and hence a large experimental area, an obvious design consideration is hardware infrastructure. For example, effective management of several teleme…

     
     


    complete hardware and software solutions for PV loop studies

    pressure-volume loops

     

    emka TECHNOLOGIES provides complete hardware and software solutions for PV loop studies. Conductance catheters and signal conditioners …

     
     


    easily organize and manage your studies with studyDESIGNER®

    studyDESIGNER® is  a complete solution for planning and organizing ecg toxicology studies and for managing data acquisition and analysis in safety pharmacology or toxicology studies.

    stu…

     
     


    emka TECHNOLOGIES software directly interfaces with your LIMS

    Acquisition and analysis software such as iox2 generate ever increasing amounts of data for each study: physiological signals, derived parameters, configuration files, audit-trail, etc. Some of these data have to be included in your Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
     
    To incorporate data produced with emka TECHNOLOGIES software into your LIMS, our skilled IT team…
     
     


    emka TECHNOLOGIES will be present at the Center for Business Intelligence's 2nd Annual Cardiac Safety Assessment meeting

    The increase of serious adverse events, the withdrawal of drugs from the market due to cardiac safety and strict regulations, have made cardiac safety a top priority for pharmaceutical companies.  In January 2007, the Center for Business Intelligence brought together industry's leading experts in cardiac safety for a highly educational two-day summit that provided executives with pra…

     
     


    double-chamber plethysmograph now available for mice!

    Did you know? emka TECHNOLOGIES has developed a double-chamber plethysmograph to investigate pulmonary function in mice, before and after exposure to a drug or other challenge. The new size was adapted from the existing double-chamber plethysmograph for rats and guinea-pigs, and offers the same possibilities.

    A neck-seal divides the plethysmograph into two indepe…

     
     


    version 4 of our website has just been launched!

    We are proud to announce the launch of version 4 of our website and urge you to explore it.

    emka TECHNOLOGIES website 4.0We listened to our customers…

     
     


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