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Treating Equine Atrial Fibrillation with Transvenous Electrical Cardioversion (TVEC)

Treating Equine Atrial Fibrillation with Transvenous Electrical Cardioversion (TVEC) Introduction In a first for South Africa, Dr Christina Eberhardt, a

Temporal Interference Stimulation – A New Application for Pairs of DS5 Stimulators

Temporal Interference Stimulation - A New Application for Pairs of DS5 Stimulators Introduction Temporal Interference (TI) Stimulation is a relatively

Which modules will I need for my D330 Multi-Channel Stimulator?

The D330 Multi-Channel Stimulator Which modules will I need? By its very nature, the D330 multi-channel stimulator is a highly

Choosing a suitable micromanipulator

Micromanipulators Choosing suitable equipment for your application   New to the world of electrophysiological micromanipulation? Selecting the right equipment can

An amplifier system for all requirements

NeuroLog System An amplifier system for all requirements   One of the main benefits of the NeuroLog System is its

MED64 Installation at UCL/MRC Prion Unit

MED64 Installation at UCL MRC Prion Unit Using MEA technology to aid prion/prion-like protein neurotoxicity research Introduction Formed in 2017,

Digitimer 2023 Conference & Event Schedule

Digitimer 2023 Conference & Event Schedule The BNA 2023 International Festival of Neuroscience British Neuroscience Association is the largest UK

Digitimer DS8R Stimulator & D188 Electrode Selector Facilitate Ground-breaking Stroke Research

Research News Digitimer DS8R Stimulator & D188 Electrode Selector Facilitate Ground-breaking Stroke Recovery Research New research published this month in

Narishige: an established partner of Digitimer

Narishige An established partner of Digitimer   Ever heard of the name ‘Narishige’? If you work in the field of

Human neurophysiology: What pioneering research will you pursue this year?

Human neurophysiology What pioneering research will you pursue this year?   Heard of the eWalk trial? Initiated by SpinalCure and

Product Focus – Choosing a Valve Controller

Product Focus Choosing a Valve Controller for Perfect Perfusion Our range of Automate Scientific perfusion systems provides life science researchers

Which electrodes do I need for electroencephalography?

Electroencephalography Which electrodes do I need?     Electroencephalography (EEG) is a widely used research technique, in which electrical brain

How to purchase electrophysiology equipment from Digitimer

Electrophysiology equipment How to make a purchase at Digitimer     Need to buy a stimulator for your latest life

The effect of prepulse amplitude and timing on the perception of an electrotactile pulse

Research News The effect of prepulse amplitude and timing on the perception of an electrotactile pulse In a new research

Digitimer is Exhibiting at SfN in San Diego

Digitimer North America is Exhibiting at SfN in San Diego Visit us for a 10% discount on your next Digitimer

How to ensure the longevity of your micromanipulator

Micromanipulators How to ensure their longevity Your micromanipulator is undoubtedly one of the most vital pieces of electrophysiology equipment in

Re-designed Hum Bug Mains Noise Eliminator Launched

Re-designed Hum Bug Noise Eliminator Launched 50/60Hz mains noise removal for electrophysiology Late in 2021 we announced our acquisition of

New Digitimer Life Science Product Catalogue Available

New Life Science Product Brochure Now Available for Download

HEKA PATCHMASTER: Setting a new standard for electrophysiological software

HEKA PATCHMASTER Setting a new standard for electrophysiological software HEKA PATCHMASTER is a multi-channel stimulation/acquisition software – which has set

1972 to 2022 – Celebrating 50 Years of Innovation at Digitimer

1972-2022 Celebrating 50 years of innovation at Digitimer

Stimulators – a brief overview of our life science collection

Stimulators A brief overview of our life science collection Need a stimulator for your life science research? Welcome to Digitimer

Digitimer are Exhibiting at FENS 2022

Digitimer are Exhibiting at FENS 2022 in Paris New product developments include the D360R-4 Amplifier and D400 Noise Eliminator Visit

Galvanic Vestibular Stimulation and the DS5 Bipolar Stimulator

Galvanic Vestibular Stimulation and the DS5 Bipolar Stimulator Research aboard the "Vomit Comet" and a Novel Treatment for Seasickness The

A Second Chance for Digitimer’s “Old Timers”

A Second Chance for Digitimer's "Old Timers" Experimental music & retro technology museums Digitimer celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2022

Non-invasive Phrenic Nerve Stimulation During Mechanical Ventilation

Research News Non-invasive phrenic nerve stimulation to avoid ventilator induced diaphragm dysfunction in critical care Introduction It is well known

Using the DS7A to Study Pain & Secondary Hyperalgesia

Studying Pain & Secondary Hyperalgesia with the Digitimer DS7A and EPS-P10 Electrode Introduction For decades, Digitimer stimulators have been employed

Conventional and Threshold-Tracking TMS Tests for Single-handed Operation

Conventional and Threshold-Tracking Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Tests for Single-handed Operation

New Products for Human Neurophysiology

Digitimer extends its range of electrodes and neurodiagnostic accessories

Examining Nerve Excitability using QtracW Threshold Tracking Software

Learn more about the equipment required to make axonal excitability measurements

New 8 Channel Digitimer D400 50/60Hz Noise Eliminator Launched

The two and four channel D400 Noise Eliminators are now joined by the NEW 8-channel D400-8, ideal for removing 50/60Hz mains noise from multiple signals of interest.

NeuroLog System Application Note – Stimulate or record through the same electrode

The NeuroLog System NL100RK may be used to allow recording, stimulation or tissue lesioning without having to disconnect and reconnect the electrode.

Spinal Cord Injury and Transcutaneous Spinal Cord Stimulation

Spinal Cord Injury and Transcutaneous Spinal Cord Stimulation J. Clin. Med. Special Issue features multiple studies using DS7A and DS8R

5 Year Extended Warranty Offer

5 Year Extended Warranty Offer Purchase enhanced protection from manufacturing & component failure   At Digitimer, we take great pride

Isolated Electrical Stimulators for Clinical & Human Research Applications

Choosing a Stimulator for Human Applications Our guide to Digitimer's range of isolated electrical stimulators Digitimer has been developing electrical

Digitimer Acquires the HumBug Noise Eliminator from Quest Scientific

Acquisition of the HumBug Noise Eliminator Manufacturing & distribution moves to the UK What is the Hum Bug? The original

Juxtacellular Labelling & Recording with the NeuroLog System

This application note for the NeuroLog System demonstrates how a small number of modules can be configured to create a versatile and powerful stimulus triggering system for control of electrical stimulation.

DS5 Bipolar Constant Current Stimulator – Monitoring & Output Limits

This application note for the NeuroLog System demonstrates how a small number of modules can be configured to create a versatile and powerful stimulus triggering system for control of electrical stimulation.

AutoMate Product Update – ThermoClamp 3.2 Temperature Controller

AutoMate Scientific Product Update ThermoClamp 3.2 - Temperature Controlled Perfusion AutoMate have recently announced the introduction of their new ThermoClamp-3

Selecting a Digitimer Isolated Amplifier for EMG/EP/EEG Recording

Are You Confused by the Isolated Amplifier Selection Process? Let us guide you through your options Digitimer now offers three

A Guide to AutoMate Perfusion System Configuration

A Guide to AutoMate Perfusion System Configuration Simplifying a confusing range of selection options         Digitimer has

Using the D188 Remote Electrode Selector with the DS8R Stimulator

Using the DS8R Stimulator with the D188 Electrode Selector A uniquely versatile multi-site stimulator Introduction The Digitimer DS8R Research Stimulator

A complete guide to the ARABIN® pessary

The ARABIN® pessary A complete guide Spontaneous preterm birth – caused by cervix incompetence – is a global issue, that

Product Launch – D360R-4 Isolated Amplifier/Filter

Product Launch - D360R-4 Isolated Amplifier/Filter New 4-Channel Human Research Amplifier Now Available The D360R-4 shares many features with the

Motor unit number estimation study reveals changes in spinal muscular atrophy

Motor unit number estimation & spinal muscular atrophy Monitoring disease & treatments with QtracW & MScanFit Motor unit estimation assessment

Electrophysiology & Imaging – A Virtual Plymouth Workshop for 2021

Electrophysiology & Imaging A Virtual Plymouth Workshop for 2021 Faculty and student members of the Microelectrode Techniques Workshop 2008 (photo

Measuring Physiological Pressures with the NeuroLog System

Application Note Measuring Physiological Pressures with the NeuroLog System Overview The NeuroLog System is more than just an electrophysiology tool,

Post-COVID Fatigue Investigated in Newcastle University Research Study

Post-COVID Fatigue Investigated by Newcastle University Study Neurophysiological testing uses Digitimer equipment A participant in the Covid-19 Fatigue Study (picture

Product Focus – Narishige PC-100 Pipette Puller

Product Focus Narishige PC-100 Pipette Puller Digitimer has been supplying the Narishige PC-100 Pipette Puller since its introduction in 2017. 

Hare versus Tortoise – A new examination of plantar flexors in different running styles

Hare versus Tortoise A new examination of plantar flexors in different running styles   We all know how Aesop's famous

Muscle and nerve stimulation – 5 reasons to invest in the DS8R

Muscle and Nerve Stimulation 5 reasons to invest in the DS8R Need a reliable constant current (CC) stimulator for your

The Importance of Skin-Electrode Impedance in Electrophysiological Recording & Stimulation

The Importance of Skin-Electrode Impedance in Electrophysiological Recording & Stimulation Why is electrode impedance significant in biopotential recording applications? In

DS8R Used in eWALK Spinal Cord Injury Trancutaneous Stimulation Trial

Stimulation treatment to help spinal cord injured patients Trial uses the DS8R to examine the effect of non-invasive electrical stimulation

How Electrical Stimulation Aids in Consciousness Research

How Electrical Stimulation Aids in Consciousness Research Consciousness is often referred to as the mind’s subjective experience. It’s closely linked

The DS5 stimulator – a key player in neurophysiology research

The DS5 stimulator  A key player in neurophysiology research Did you know, May is Mental Health Awareness Month? 31 days

D360 vs D360R – Which Research Amplifier Do I Need?

D360 vs D360R Which Research Amplifier Do I Need? Available as part of our amplifiers range, the D360 and D360R

Product Focus – DG2A Train/Delay Generator

Product Focus DG2A Train/Delay Generator - A Simple Solution to Repetitive Stimulus Triggering Overview The DG2A is a compact, free-standing

Postural Stability of Multiple Sclerosis Patients Improved by TSS

Investigations of Postural Stability in Multiple Sclerosis Patients  Using the DS8R Stimulator for Transcutaneous Spinal Cord Stimulation   Introduction In

BNA2021 – the effect of COVID-19 on neuroscience research

BNA2021  The effect of COVID-19 on neuroscience research COVID-19. Is there an aspect of life that it hasn’t affected? Unsurprisingly,

Supplier Focus – Scientific Systems Design Inc.

Supplier Focus - Scientific Systems Design (SSD) Inc. Brain Slice/Tissue Chambers & Keepers for Neuroscience Research While Digitimer's expertise is

Why choose the D400 mains noise eliminator?

Why choose the D400 mains noise eliminator? An introduction to our latest life science research device Having problems with mains

Confused by D330 MultiStim System Configuration?

Confused by D330 MultiStim System Configuration? A Digitimer Guide to Correct Module Selection  Introduction The D330 MultiStim System has been

QTMS Extension to QtracW Software for Measuring Cortical Excitability

QTMS Extension to QtracW Software Automated Control of TMS Stimulators for Solo Operators QtracW is a flexible, stimulus-response data acquisition

D400 Noise Eliminator Case Study – Gamma Frequency Oscillations in Brain Slices

D400 Noise Eliminator Case Study Investigating Gamma Frequency Oscillations in Brain Slices Is it Time to Ditch the Notch Filter?

Why choose us for medical devices and scientific instruments?

Looking for high-quality medical and scientific devices? Digitimer is a leading designer and manufacturer. Discover why you should contact us today.

Choosing a Stimulator for Fast Scan Cyclic Voltammetry (FSCV)

A guide to the various stimulators Digitimer provides for studying neurotransmitter release with fast-scan cyclic voltammetry (FSCV)

NeuroLog System Application Note – A Versatile Timing Configuration

This application note for the NeuroLog System demonstrates how a small number of modules can be configured to create a versatile and powerful stimulus triggering system for control of electrical stimulation.

D400 Control Panel Software Now Available

The D400 is a new standalone, mains noise eliminator designed for real-time removal of 50/60Hz mains noise interference from amplified biological and other signals prior to acquisition by digital data recording systems. This article provides a brief introduction to our new D400 software control panel.

Medical Devices and Human Research

Medical Devices and Human Research Is a medical device necessary for my study? It's a question we are regularly asked

Matlab Control of the DS8R Stimulator

Application Note Matlab Control of the DS8R Stimulator Introduction One of the most important features of the new Digitimer DS8R

Strength Training in Miniature – E-Stim in Engineered Muscle

Strength Training in Miniature - Effects of Electrical Stimulation on Inflammation in Human Cultured Myobundles In a newly published article

Product Focus – DS4 Bi-phasic Stimulus Isolator

Product Focus DS4 Bi-phasic Stimulus Isolator - Stimulate with arbitrary waveforms using your DAQ External Control - Voltage In, Current

Electrical Stimulation and Effects on Covid-19 Recovery

Webinar Invitation Could Electrical Stimulation Improve the Recovery of People with Covid-19 Following a Prolonged ICU Stay? Via our partners

Using the DS5 Stimulator with the D188 Electrode Selector

Application Note Using the DS5 Stimulator with the D188 Remote Electrode Selector Introduction The DS5 Biphasic Stimulator is commonly used

New Stereotaxic Micromanipulators

Narishige Launch New Products for Stereotaxic Micromanipulation MDS-1 Single Axis Motorized Stereotaxic Micromanipulator Narishige have recently released the MDS-1, a

Digitimer D400 Noise Eliminator – Virtual Launch

Currently in development, the D400 is a new standalone, mains noise eliminator designed for real-time removal of 50/60Hz mains noise interference from amplified biological and other signals prior to acquisition by digital data recording systems.

NEW – D360R 4 Channel Isolated EMG/EEG/EP Amplifier

The D360R is a new 4 channel isolated amplifier intended for human EMG, EEG or EP studies in a research environment.  Based on the design of our extremely popular 8 channel D360 amplifier

NEW – D400 Multi-channel Mains Noise Eliminator

Currently in development, the D400 is a new standalone, mains noise eliminator designed for real-time removal of 50/60Hz mains noise interference from amplified biological and other signals prior to acquisition by digital data recording systems.

Trade in a DS7A/AH for 20% discount on a DS8R

We’re so excited and proud of our latest development that we’re rewarding loyal existing customers with a 20% discount to upgrade their equipment!

D440 EMG Amplifier – Upgrade Opportunity

We are now able to offer an upgrade to older D440 EMG Amplifiers that improves their common mode rejection performance and can reduce persistent mains interference problems in certain circumstances.

2019 Nerve & Muscle Excitability Training Courses

Digitimer will be supporting two hands-on training nerve & muscle excitability workshops over the next couple of months, first at the Neuropathic Pain Congress (NeuPSIG 2019) in London and then at the 2019 ECCN Congress in Warsaw.

Digitimer Exhibition & Conference News

Digitimer has a busy exhibition schedule over the coming months with the BNA Festival of Neuroscience in Dublin, closely followed by the 7th International Congress on Neuropathic Pain in London and then, the 17th European Congress of Clinical Neurophysiology in Warsaw at the beginning of June.

DS8R – A New Tool for Sensory Threshold Stimulation

We are excited to announce a major upgrade to the DS8R Isolated Bipolar Stimulator, which can now deliver stimuli as low as 100µA, making it fully compatible with research requiring stimulation at low sensory threshold levels.

Lower Cost Disposable Bipolar Probes for the DS7AP

Digitimer now offers a disposable bipolar probe specifically designed for use with our DS7AP Muscle Locating Stimulator. If you are still using

NEW DS7R High Voltage, Constant Current Stimulator

The DS7R high voltage, constant current stimulator. 1000mA output and versatile pulse duration settings make it perfect for demanding human research.

Intracellular Recording with the NeuroLog System

Learn about one of the most popular applications for our NeuroLog System – Intracellular Recording.

DS7AP Paediatric Surgical Stimulator – Now FDA Cleared

DS7AP Muscle Locating Stimulator Cleared for Marketing in the USA We are delighted to announce that the DS7AP Muscle Locating

MED64 Multi-electrode Array (MEA) Technology Now Available

New Alpha MED MED64 MEA Distribution Partnership.

The Ups and Downs of Vestibular Stimulation Research

The Ups and Downs of Vestibular Stimulation Research In December 2017, Digitimer supported a project aiming to determine how gravity

New DS8R Biphasic Constant Current Stimulator

The next generation of muscle and nerve stimulators has arrived! Digitimer has launched the eagerly-anticipated DS8R, an innovative new stimulator which provides life science researchers with the ability to deliver biphasic, charge-balanced stimuli under manual or software control.

Digitimer Exhibiting at SfN in Washington DC

Digitimer will be exhibiting at SfN in Washington in 2017. Come and see us at #2116.

Broken stimulator or just flat batteries?

Get into the habit of checking the batteries in your Digitimer stimulators, to make sure they don’t stop working in the middle of an experiment.

D188 – Digitally Controlled Remote Electrode Selector Now Available

D188 – Digitally Controlled Remote Electrode Selector Now Available Digitally Controlled Switching of Stimulation Sites We are delighted to announce that the

Hot Topics of Sensory-Motor Physiology Discussed in Bristol

Hot Topics of Sensory-Motor Physiology Discussed in Bristol It may have been hot enough to melt one of Bristol-based Aardman

12th Goettingen Meeting – Cakes & Neuroscience

12th Goettingen Meeting – Cakes & Neuroscience The biennial Goettingen Meeting of the German Neuroscience Society took place between March

Getting Connected – Electrode Connection Options

A guide to the electrode connection options for Digitimer clinical/human research stimulators.

HEKA Patchmaster 101 Webinar

HEKA Patchmaster 101 Webinar   On Friday March 17th (7am and 2pm, ET), HEKA will once more be offering a

Narishige PC-100 Pipette Puller Launched

New PC-100 pipette puller launched by Narishige. Familiarity of the PC-10 coupled with some significant improvements.

Timing & Stimulation without a PC

Some simple NeuroLog System stimulation setups, illustrating how the NeuroLog System can be configured for basic electrical stimulation protocols.

NEW BSC2-2 Dual Channel Interface Slice Chamber

NEW BSC2-2 Dual Channel Interface Slice Chamber This new interface mode brain slice chamber is a dual version of the

Digitimer North American Office – OPEN!

Digitimer North American Office – OPEN! Digitimer is excited to announce the opening of our North American office from November

Society for Neuroscience in San Diego

Digitimer was in sunny San Diego last month for the Society of Neuroscience. It was another great opportunity to meet up with customers, distributors and new faces.

DS3 Output Clamp – The Why, When and How

Capacitance build up is often associated with repetitive in vitro stimulation – with our DS3 Stimulator it doesn’t have to be a problem.

NeuroLog System Applications – Extracellular Recording

Learn about one of the most popular applications for our NeuroLog System – Extracellular Recording.

Digitimer Supports Scottish Neuroscience Group Meeting

Digitimer supported the recent meeting of the Scottish Neuroscience Group by providing student prizes for the best oral and poster presenters.

Product Focus – DS2A & DS3 Isolated Stimulators

Our DS2A and DS3 stimulators are designed for stimulation in in vitro or small animal applications. Here we examine their capabilities in more detail.

Constant Current Stimulation & Compliance Voltage

Ever wondered what “constant current” or “compliance voltage” meant? Are you mystified by “out of compliance errors”? Just read on to find out more.

Digitimer Conference & Exhibition News

Details of upcoming conference exhibitions and meeting sponsorships undertaken by Digitimer or our representatives.

DS8R Biphasic Stimulator & D188 Remote Electrode Selector

DS8R Biphasic Stimulator & D188 Remote Electrode Selector The first completed prototypes of the DS8R & D188 are currently undergoing

Digitimer Life Science Brochure

Digitimer Life Science Brochure Digitimer has just launched a brand new printed product brochure and over the next few weeks

WIN a brand new iPad Pro!

Chance to WIN an iPAD, If you are using a Digitimer device for some ground-breaking research or just employing it in a novel way, we want to see and hear all about it.

D360 Modification to stop 4G interference

D360 Modification to stop 4G interference   4G or not 4G? While 4G signals are enhancing the speed of mobile

In a Spin – Improving VEMP Test Reproducibility with Biofeedback

Digitimer D177 Bio-Feedback Unit has been developed to improve reproducibility of the Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potential (VEMP) test.

Patching in Small Spaces – Compact S-Probe Headstage from HEKA

Perfect for applications where space is limited or weight is an important consideration, the new S-Probe patch clamp headstage from HEKA provides you with a compact alternative to the standard patch clamp headstages

Making a Point – New High Quality Tungsten-in-Glass Electrodes – Samples Available

We will soon be able to offer a new range of high performance tungsten-in-glass microelectrodes for extracellular neuronal recordings.

FENS Meeting And An Invitation To Parkrun In Copenhagen

10th FENS Meeting in Copenhagen On July 2nd, members of the European and global neuroscience research communities will descend on

Download your 2016 Digitimer Product Guide

2016 Digitimer Product Guide Our most recent brochure is available to quickly download from our website, The brochure is also

Digitimer Youtube Channel Provides Enhanced Content

Digitimer Youtube Channel Provides Enhanced Product Video Content   The eagle-eyed amongst you may have noticed new videos appearing on

Evaluate our DS8R Biphasic Stimulator

Apply to evaluate our DS8R Biphasic Stimulator or D188 Remote Electrode Selector Within the next few months, we expect to

D360 8-Channel Amplifier price drop

The D360 8-Channel Amplifier price drop Medically certified in Europe, the D360 8-Channel Amplifier is our most highly specified and

Recent Digitimer conferences

Recent Digitimer conferences have taken place in Nottingham and in Cambridge Digitimer attended the Biomedical Basis of Elite Performance in

“Just following orders” – Studying Coercion with the DS7A Stimulator

In this study Patrick Haggard and colleagues at UCL and Université Libre de Bruxelles have used time interval perception as a measure of the sense of agency when delivering financial harm or pain to a human.

Automate Scientific Chambers Available At Digitimer

Automate Scientific Chambers Available At Digitimer We now offer the AutoMate Scientific range of heated and unheated stage chambers which

Male Voiding Adaptor New To Digitimer

Brand new product for Digitimer Digitimer are pleased to share with you news that a brand new product has joined

Cystometry Catheter Sets At Digitimer

Are You Aware That Digitimer Offers Single Lumen & Double Lumen Cystometery Catheter Sets? For your convenience, our cystometry catheter

Waking the Dead – Method for Brain Boosting Effects of tDCS Debated

Waking the Dead – Method for Brain Boosting Effects of tDCS Debated A recent Science Magazine News report from Emily

Transducer Domes in stock at Digitimer

Digitimer have secured plenty of MX848 & MX848X2SC disposable transducer domes as well as plenty of replacement MX860 Transducers.

NEW Low Volume Multi-Channel Brain Slice Keepers from SSD

NEW Low Volume Multi-Channel Brain Slice Keepers from SSD A range of multi-channel low volume brain slice keepers has been

Patch Clamp Software Training Courses from HEKA

Patch Clamp Software Training Courses from HEKA As their UK partner, we would like to remind all those interested in

Upcoming Conferences Supported by Digitimer

Upcoming Conferences Supported by Digitimer Digitimer is pleased to be supporting the following conferences over the coming months. Due to

Nerve Excitability Workshop 2016

Nerve Excitability Workshop 2016   Nerve Excitability Workshop 2016 – A Sell Out Once Again The Nerve Excitability Workshop 2016