Animal Behavior Research Blog Posts

Measuring social behavior in rodents: the power of EthoVision

Traditional behavioral assays of multiple animals often rely on manual or rudimentary methods. With EthoVision the world of measuring social behavior in rodents has been revolutionized. Read more in this why EthoVision is the best out of the box tracker.

A personal journey in behavioral analysis: Thigmotaxis with DanioFlow

Dr. Torres-Ruiz has developed a tool for analyze EthoVision data. Her program takes data and transforms it into simplified harmonized data for studying thigmotaxis in zebrafish. However, there is much more that could be achieved with DanioFlow.

Noldus on the Road: animal conferences in 2026

In 2026, Noldus will be attending conferences across behavior and neuroscience research, including events focused on rodents, zebrafish, and more. Visit us to connect with the team, discuss your setup, and get a first look at what we are developing next.

Understanding epilepsy through a new mouse model

A new Frontiers in Molecular Neuroscience publication, coauthored by Noldus’ Jason Rogers, examines whether a very small cortical disruption can generate epilepsy. The study sought to explore how focal changes shape both neural function and behavior.

What can I use DanioVision for?

Researchers use zebrafish of all life stages, from embryo's to full adults. These researchers do high-throughput research and are therefore in need of a good automated system. DanioVision is the best tool for this type of research.

FAQ: tips and tricks for CatWalk XT

We've compiled a list of the most asked questions by CatWalk XT users. For this blog we have asked our best trainers to answer these questions. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned user, there is something here for everyone.

Animal research assists in understanding fentanyl withdrawal symptoms

Drug overdose lethality has risen over the last years. Fentanyl is the biggest contributor to deaths in the USA. In this blog we explore the complications with researching fentanyl and how animal models provide much needed insights.

Left on read - how social rejection rewires the teenage brain

A recent study combined behavioral tracking with immunohistochemistry to research how a developing brain processes social exclusion. Keep reading to find out how EthoVision XT enables anxiety research.

The lonely brain: is resilience biologically encoded?

Social isolation causes depression to some, but not to everyone. With the use of EthoVision XT, researchers were able to research the biological processes underlying depression. Read this blog to learn more about their insights.

FAQ: Getting started with PhenoTyper

What is the best lighting for my experiment? How do I clean my system? Can I use any bedding for my set up? These are all valid questions when you are starting out with PhenoTyper. In this blog we will cover some of the most asked questions.

Tiny plastics, big problems: do nanoplastics affect neurodevelopment?

Nanoplastics are everywhere in the news nowadays. But how exactly do they influence our development. Researchers used DanioVision and EthoVision XT to track the development and behavior of exposed zebrafish. Keep reading to see their results

Rat strain and sex matter in spinal cord injury research: insights from CatWalk XT

Researchers from the Central University of Michigan studied how different rat strains and sexes recover from spinal cord compression injuries, providing valuable insights into recovery variability and potential treatment consideration.