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Can the IncuCyte by Essen be used with the KX2 robot?

The IncuCyte system manufactured by Essen Bioscience can indeed be automated through integration with the KX2 robot and PAA software. This integration empowers laboratories with precise and efficient imaging and analysis capabilities. The KX2 robot provides robust sample handling and manipulation functions, while the PAA software facilitates seamless control and integration of the entire automation process. Together, they enhance laboratory workflows, increase throughput, and ensure consistent and reliable imaging and analysis results. By automating the IncuCyte system with the KX2 robot and PAA software, laboratories can optimize their operations, minimize manual errors, and achieve greater efficiency in their experimental workflows.


Overview of IncuCyte instrument

The IncuCyte, manufactured by Essen BioScience, is an innovative live-cell analysis system designed to provide real-time quantitative kinetic data and automated imaging of living cells. This revolutionary system allows researchers to continuously and non-invasively monitor cell behavior within a controlled environment, enabling a deeper understanding of cellular processes and dynamics.

Applications of IncuCyte:

  • Cell Proliferation and Viability:

     The IncuCyte system enables researchers to assess cell proliferation and viability in real time, providing valuable insights into cell health and growth.

  • Migratory and Invasion Assays:

     With its automated imaging and analysis capabilities, the IncuCyte facilitates the study of cell migration and invasion, essential processes in cancer research and drug development.

  • Immunology and Inflammation:

     Researchers can utilize the IncuCyte to investigate immune cell interactions, inflammatory responses, and immune cell killing assays, offering new possibilities in immunology research.

  • Neuroscience:

     The IncuCyte system supports the study of neurobiology by enabling the observation of neuronal morphology, neurite outgrowth, and neuronal cell health over extended periods.

Industries Using IncuCyte:

The IncuCyte system has gained significant traction across various industries, including:

  • Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology:

     In drug discovery and development, the IncuCyte plays a crucial role in assessing drug effects on cell behavior and in preclinical research.

  • Academic Research:

     Academic institutions leverage the IncuCyte for a wide range of cellular and molecular biology studies, contributing to advancements in basic and translational research.

  • Biomedical Research:

     The system is utilized in investigating disease mechanisms, cell signaling pathways, and the development of new therapeutic strategies.

Overall, the IncuCyte by Essen BioScience stands as an indispensable tool for real-time live-cell analysis, offering unparalleled insights into cellular dynamics and behavior across various research disciplines and industries.

Overview of IncuCyte instrument

How can I automate my device?

For a full automation of your instrument with KX2 robot you will need:

KX2 - Collaborative Laboratory Robot
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Overlord™ – Laboratory Automation Software
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IncuCyte (Essen) with KX2 robot lab integration

IncuCyte (Essen) with KX2 robot lab integration

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