Optimal laser solutions for neuroscientists
See the brain in a new light!
Stimulating neurons helps us understand brain functions, their connection to behavior, and the origins of neurological diseases. Two-photon holographic optogenetics makes it possible to stimulate tens to hundreds of neurons with high spatial and temporal precision.
The pulse energy you need depends on the organism you study—mice, flies, worms, or zebrafish—and the number of neurons you want to stimulate. Choosing a cost-effective femtosecond laser with the appropriate pulse energy and power for your experiments is essential.
The aeroPULSE FS series allows researchers to select a laser with the right pulse energy and repetition rate. This approach ensures sufficient power for your experiments and helps avoid unnecessary costs often associated with purchasing lasers with too much excess power.
Flexibility and precision
Two-photon holographic optogenetics is the most effective among the existing optical stimulation methods. It enables exact and minimally invasive stimulation of neurons in the brain.
Different stimulation processes—whether in mice or flies or based on the number of neurons stimulated—require varying amounts of pulse energy. Selecting a cost-effective femtosecond laser is essential to ensure the appropriate pulse energy and power are available for the specific stimulation scheme.
Our aeroPULSE FS series provides neuroscientists with the flexibility to choose a laser with the precise pulse energy and repetition rate required to control the desired number of neurons for their specific application. This approach helps remove the risk of tissue damage and avoids unnecessary costs historically associated with unused power.
The aeroPULSE FS laser portfolio offers versatile power options and guarantees reliable, on-demand performance.
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Which laser matches your needs and budget?
aeroPULSE FS50
With >50 W average power and >40 µJ pulse energy, the aeroPULSE FS50 is an ideal solution for stimulating large numbers of neurons across various stimulation schemes.
aeroPULSE FS10
With >10 W average power and >20 µJ pulse energy, the compact air-cooled aeroPULSE FS10 is a good choice for stimulating tens of neurons.
