Blog Posts Tagged: rats

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.

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.

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.

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.

Neuroscience conferences you should visit in 2025

Conferences are a great place to network and learn. However, there are many different conferences to choose from. In this blog we have outlined our favourite conferences of 2025.

SfN 2024: Noldus reflects on key trends in Neuroscience

The Society for Neuroscience (SfN) 2024 conference is behind us! What did we spot as the latest trends? And will we be joining the conference again next year?

All the little things that affect your animals' behavior

In behavioral research, even the smallest details can significantly influence the behavior of animals. Understanding these nuances is crucial for the accuracy of your data.

Understanding phase dispersion in CatWalk XT

CatWalk XT 10.7 introduced circular graphs for phase dispersion and coupling. In this blog post we go over these parameters, and how they are calculated.

Did you know you can (semi) socially house tethered animals?

Socially housing tethered animals can be challenging, but also crucially beneficial to your study. Read more about how with our PhenoTyper we can solve that dilemma!

5 reasons that prove why a high-quality camera is essential for video tracking

In animal behavioral research, especially when we're looking at rodents and zebrafish, getting your behavioral analysis right is crucial. Top-notch camera technology therein is a must have.