Automated behavioral analysis for zebrafish research
DanioVision
DanioVision is a fully turnkey, end-to-end hardware and software solution designed specifically for high-throughput behavioral research with zebrafish larvae. It combines controlled conditions and stimulation, video recording, and automated analysis into a single standardized platform, enabling reproducible and scalable experiments across developmental stages and assay types.
Purpose-built for zebrafish Integrated system optimized for zebrafish larvae
High-throughput by design Run multiple arenas and conditions in parallel
Reproducible stimulation and analysis Precisely controlled visual and auditory stimuli, robust analytics
How DanioVision
works
Automated and optimized larvae observation chamber
Assess zebrafish larvae behavior in the industry standard chamber with controlled lighting, temperature, and background conditions. All settings are automatic.
Robust and accurate
Automatically track up to 96 wells using EthoVision, generating metrics such as distance moved, velocity, and activity states.
Analyze and export
Visualize behavioral responses, such as startle response or thigmotaxis, and export data for statistical analysis, screening pipelines, or integration with other datasets.
One complete system. Everything included.
DanioVision combines a controlled observation chamber, powerful EthoVision XT software, and expandable stimulation modules into one integrated solution for zebrafish larvae research.
Complete hardware
Everything required to create a controlled environment for reliable, high-throughput zebrafish tracking
Controlled observation chamber
IR-sensitive high-speed camera
Adjustable white and infrared illumination
Supports 96, 48, 24 and 6-well plates
Powerful software
Track, analyze and control your experiments from one powerful software: EthoVision
Automated tracking and behavioral analysis
Complete experiment control
Day/night cycle programming
Flexible data export and publication-ready results
Expandable to your research
Expand your setup with fully integrated hardware designed for your research needs.
Tapping Device
Temperature Control Unit
Toplight Unit
Optogenetics Add-on
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Designed for advanced behavioral research
DanioVision goes beyond tracking. Control your experimental environment with integrated stimulation and environmental modules to create reproducible, high-quality behavioral assays.
Light, sound & temperature control
Precisely control lighting, vibration, and temperature from a single platform. Program day-night cycles, deliver controlled stimuli, and maintain stable experimental conditions all directly from EthoVision XT.
Photomotor response test
Automatically perform photomotor response assays to evaluate locomotor activity and behavioral changes following light stimuli. Standardized high throughput protocols help generate reliable and reproducible results.
Optogenetic stimulation
Integrate optogenetic stimulation directly into your experiments using built-in LED modules. Program wavelengths, timing, and intensity within EthoVision XT to investigate neural circuits and behavior with precision.
Features you'll love
DanioVision is designed to give you full control over your zebrafish experiments. From light and temperature stimuli to high-throughput tracking, every feature is built to deliver reliable, reproducible data.
Standardized experimental environment
Minimizes variability and maximizes reproducibility across animals, sessions, and labs.
Integrated stimulation control and output
Deliver repeatable visual and acoustic stimuli synchronized with behavior for seamless analytics.
High-throughput scalability
Designed for screening applications without sacrificing data quality.
DanioVision in real-world research
Short videos showing how researchers use DanioVision
Brown University
Using optogenetics with DanioVision
We visited Dr. Jessica Plavicki, of the department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine of Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. She runs her own lab where they are studying developing zebrafish, aimed at assessing the impact of chemical and/or environmental exposure, and genetic mutations on brain and heart health.
Radboud University
Zebrafish research with EthoVision and DanioVision
Listen to Dr. Ruud van den Bos about his work in neurobiology and experimental psychology, and how zebrafish studies contribute to his field of research. He is experienced with DanioVision and EthoVision and explains why good tools are important for reliability and reproducibility in zebrafish experiments.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Yes. DanioVision is optimized for zebrafish larvae and other small species, such as ticks, mosquitos, and estuarine fish. DanioVision excels in early developmental and small-species behavioral assays where high-throughput and environmental control are critical.
Yes. The optogenetics add-on provides a way to accurately control the application of optogenetic stimulation to up to 96 individuals simultaneously. This is easily programmed and controlled using EthoVision.
DanioVision standardizes lighting, stimulation, recording, and analysis conditions, reducing variability and improving comparability across experiments and labs. All settings and outputs are open – no black boxes here.
Absolutely. DanioVision is widely used for high-throughput pharmacological and toxicological screening, offering consistent conditions and automated analysis.
DanioVision is a fully integrated system that combines controlled stimulation, standardized environmental conditions, synchronized video recording, and automated analysis. This eliminates the variability, custom engineering, and validation effort typically required when assembling separate hardware and software components.
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