MDS Analytical Technologies Announces Availability of MetaMorph(R) 7.6 Software
The new release of MetaMorph®, which is compatible with MDS Analytical Technologies’ line of cellular imaging products, also incorporates a number of other enhancements, including support for enhanced deconvolution with OptiGrid Structured Illumination Microscopy (SIM), and automated slide handling.
Multidimensional Motion Analysis (Motion Analysis in 3D) will allow users to easily select multiple objects and track their position and velocity within the sample volume. Current competitive tracking requires users to manually identify the original set of objects for tracking and prevents automated tracking, a feature that is particularly useful with large numbers of similar objects.
“MetaMorph® software is the gold standard in research imaging and analysis,” said Andy Boorn, President of MDS Analytical Technologies. “This latest release was designed to address the changing needs of our imaging and analysis customer base, and exemplify our continued focus on maintaining our leadership position in the market.”
Another enhancement to MetaMorph® 7.6 is the Micronuclei Application Module, a new product that allows users to find, evaluate and quantitate micronuclei in any nucleated cell. This is an improvement over competitive application modules that only allow users to find micronuclei in a multi-nucleated cell. Using additional probes, the new module also enables users to differentiate between mitotic, apoptotic, and necrotic cells.
The OptiGrid SIM is now fully controlled using MetaMorph® software via a USB connection, which allows for simple system integration. The structured illumination process returns a strong signal wherever focus is sharp and a weak signal where focus is soft. A series of optical sections taken through a sample (z-stack) can then be combined to create a haze-free ultra-sharp composite image. Image stacks can also be used to produce 3D reconstructions using post-processing software.
Along with MetaMorph® 7.6, the Ludl Electronic Productsslide handling system offers scientists an easily expandable system that provides a complete solution for microscope automation. A single arm functions to pull the slide from the cassette to the stage and then return it with an opposite pushing motion. As the precision XY stage scans the slide, the transfer mechanism is completely clear of any interference with normal microscope function, which helps make the system ideally suited for low-volume repetitive analysis, and review applications.
For more information about MetaMorph® 7.6 software, go to http://www.moleculardevices.com/pages/ software/metamorph.html.
Availability
MetaMorph® 7.6 software can be purchased through an MDS Analytical Technologies distribution partner. A listing of distributors is available at http://www.moleculardevices.com/pages/distributors.html.
About MetaMorph® Software
MetaMorph® software is the leading, world-class image acquisition and analysis software. Combining the most flexible and powerful tools for image acquisition, processing, and analysis, MetaMorph® software offers a complete solution for even the most demanding live-cell imaging needs.
About MDS Analytical Technologies
MDS Analytical Technologies, a business unit of MDS Inc., is focused on the research, design, manufacture and marketing of state-of-the-art tools for mass-spectrometry, drug discovery and bioresearch. MDS Analytical Technologies’ products are designed to help accelerate the complex process of discovering and developing new drug compounds, and are sold to research scientists around the world. The mass-spectrometer product lines are also sold globally through joint ventures with two of the world’s leading analytical instrumentation and life sciences companies, Applied Biosystems, Inc. and PerkinElmer, Inc. Find out more at www.mdssciex.com or www.moleculardevices.com.
About MDS Inc.
MDS Inc. (TSX: MDS; NYSE: MDZ) is a global life sciences company that provides market-leading products and services that our customers need for the development of drugs and diagnosis and treatment of disease. We are a leading global provider of pharmaceutical contract research, medical isotopes for molecular imaging, radiotherapeutics, and analytical instruments. MDS, Inc. has more than 5,500 highly skilled people in 29 countries. Find out more at www.mdsinc.com or by calling 1-888-MDS-7222, 24 hours a day.