Overview
MiniTower is an innovative automated system designed for laboratories and research centers working with C. elegans. With its advanced features, miniTower enhances experimental accuracy and efficiency, while minimizing stress on the nematodes.
Prototype and workflow
Watch the miniTower in action! This video showcases the prototype version, highlighting its key functionalities and benefits for C. elegans research.
Petri dishes storage
Discover how the Petri dish storage system operates. This feature is crucial for maintaining optimal conditions for C. elegans colonies.
Prototype for testing in a relevant environment
Here is the miniTower prototype tested in a relevant research environment, demonstrating its suitability for real-world applications.
Conceptual scheme
At the heart of this solution lies a software methodology,
leveraging the power of
convolutional and recurrent neural networks to analyze image sequences and
unlock valuable insights
Performance and results
The graph illustrates the displacement length index, showcasing the precision and accuracy of miniTower in measuring C. elegans movement.
Worm trajectories
An example of worm trajectory analysis, demonstrating the robust data collection and processing capabilities of the system.
General specifications
Table Description A comprehensive overview of miniTower’s main features, designed to meet the needs of modern research laboratories.
What’s next are new versions
of miniTower.
We’re continually evolving: Explore the future of miniTower with these renders of the new prototype iterations, reflecting our commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
Why Choose miniTower?
MiniTower is not just a machine; it is a complete solution for automating C. elegans research. By integrating robotics, computer vision, and artificial intelligence, ,miniTower enhances sensitivity in experiments and significantly reduces human error, ultimately leading to more reliable and reproducible results.
Get in Touch
Contact us today to learn more about miniTower and how it can revolutionize your research with C. elegans.