Cool facts about Rita Levi-Montalcini in Neuroscience: She was the first Nobel Laureate to reach the age of 100 (on April 22, 2009) She served as a Senator for Life in the Italian Senate She has a twin sister, Paola, who was an artist A orchid flower hybrid was named after her (Ophrys × montalciniae)! [...]

With all sorts of tissue slice models (like cryostat) on the market, how do you know when to use what type of instrument? In this article, we will review the most common types of tissue slicers, including cryostats, and discuss the best research and clinical applications of each type of equipment. Main Types of Tissue [...]

Honoring Women in Neurophysiology Welcome to March 2021! This month is Women’s History Month, and March 8 is International Women’s Day. We would like to share the stories and impact of 4 female neuroscientists from around the world. These individuals completed neurophysiology research that have greatly advanced our understanding of how neurons communicate with each [...]

The Compresstome® vibrating microtome models are unique for many reasons. The major reason is the patented compression technology that is equipped with our slicers only. The second major reason is that, the Compresstome® moves vertically (at a diagonal) to produce a tissue section, opposed to the traditional horizontal method of cutting. Why is understanding these [...]

A Compresstome Tutorial Tailored to Your Needs We understand that if you have just purchased a Compresstome you may not be familiar with how it works. That’s why we include the Compresstome Training Demo standard in each quote! Once you receive your Compresstome we work with you to schedule your Compresstome Training Demo. The Training [...]

One of the most frequently asked questions that we get is: “What is the advantage of the Compresstome® compared to other slicers?” The vast majority of the time, our customers are on the fence about purchasing either a Compresstome® or another market vibrating microtome. We want to provide you with some empirical research and tests [...]

This week, we want to start a discussion on why we use animal models in research. In addition, we want to show you some of the most interesting and unique animal models being explored, and the context of their studies. We hope that this will be an exciting, fun, and eye-opening read! Why use animal [...]

Precisionary Instruments supports Visikol’s cell culture assay services. Using the Compresstome® vibrating microtome model VF-310-0Z, Visikol is able to make precision cut tissue slice models to further their 3D cell culture model research. Find out more below! Visikol Leverages Precisionary’s Compresstome® to offer Precision Cut Liver Assays Visikol, a leading provider of advanced cell culture [...]

Our webinar on November 2, 2020 focused on a step-by-step introduction to slicing tissue on the cryostat. This is where you can learn how to perform frozen tissue sectioning techniques. This webinar was presented by Catherine McLeod, who has worked in anatomic pathology since 2007. How to access the first webinar If you were unable [...]