MetaMorph NX Microscopy Automation & Image Analysis Software
Making imaging easy!
Introducing MetaMorph® NX Software version 2.0
Molecular Devices is excited to announce the release of our much-anticipated customizable extension to the suite of easy-to-use image processing and analysis tools.
Version 2.0 of MetaMorph NX Software will be showcased at the 51st annual meeting of the American Society for Cell Biology in Denver, Colorado, December 3-7, 2011.
Two opportunities to see Analysis Builder in action!
Join us at our MetaMorph NX Software Reception
Monday, December 5, 2011 / 6pm-9pm
MetaMorph Hospitality Suite
Hyatt Regency Denver Convention Center
Presentation: Dynamic nanoscale organization of synaptic receptors revealed by super-resolution microscopy.
by Dr. Jean-Baptiste Sibarita
Team Leader Quantitative
Imaging of the Cell, University of Bordeaux
Register for the event at:
http://2011metamorphreception.eventbrite.com
Visit our ASCB booth 353 to play "Stump the Chumps"!
Bring your image analysis problem to our booth to try to "Stump the Chumps" and you could win an Amazon.com gift card!
Custom Measurements
With the introduction of the Custom Measurement feature, version 2.0 erases the perception that designing uniquely tailored image analyses is a time-draining pursuit that can be achieved only by experts with programming knowledge. In a completely integrated but specialized workspace, anyone can now quickly create customized reusable and distributable image processing and analysis modules. A built-in visual workflow provides guided assistance for improving image quality, extracting features, and configuring measurements in an organized sequence of steps. Revisions to any step in the sequence are immediately reflected in before-and-after previews. No longer do you need to spend valuable time in seemingly endless cycles of design iterations or tediously re-measure images each time that you want to see the effect of a slight modification.
See Video Introduction of MetaMorph® NX Software at ASCB 2010
Introducing MetaMorph® NX Software
MetaMorph NX Software, the next generation of MetaMorph Software, reflects our commitment to ensuring that our customers' experience is the best it can be. Without diminishing any of the features that facilitate comprehensive image acquisition and analysis, MetaMorph NX Software streamlines the workflow for all tasks and provides an entirely new user-centered interface. With one-click access to features, integrated hardware setup, and synchronized, unobstructed views of your data, you can become an imaging expert in minutes.
Organized Workspace Coupled With A Faster Workflow
In the new patent-pending Dataset View, all of the images and data that belong to a dataset stay together in one organized workspace. The Dataset View displays images in a grid using a layout that you specify - select a view mode to organize any number of images by time point, channel (wavelength), stage position, Z position, and so on.
The tab-based "ribbon" interface provides convenient access to the most commonly used options. Select an acquisition mode and only the options that are relevant to the mode appear, guiding you quickly through the task by providing just the right tools at the right time. The ribbon's left-to-right workflow sets the path for hardware configuration, experiment setup, image acquisition, and data analysis, while extensive tooltips and online help offer assistance along the way. To make things even easier, you can create your own shortcuts to the options you use most.
Built-in Hardware Setup and Device Control
Installing and configuring microscope devices and cameras takes only a few steps using the options on the Hardware Setup tab. MetaMorph NX Software does not impose limits on how hardware is configured - any supported component can be configured as a magnification or illumination component. And, because MetaMorph NX Software leverages the continuous development of drivers throughout its history, it supports more high quality drivers for devices and components than any other imaging software application on the market.
Exceptional Display Performance and Multi-Tasking Capability
With its new multi-threading capability, MetaMorph NX Software remains responsive during even the longest acquisitions. You can analyze data and inspect images as they are acquired and run multiple measurements at the same time. Multi-threading also allows for asynchronous control of hardware peripherals, improving the speed of acquisitions.
Comprehensive Uncomplicated Image Acquisition
The numerous options for image acquisition continue in MetaMorph NX Software but the new interface and workflow simplify the configuration process and eliminate the need for journals or macros. In most cases, you can select an acquisition mode and configure a single or multidimensional image acquisition using just the settings on the ribbon.
In multidimensional acquisition mode, MetaMorph NX Software saves images as they are acquired and automatically stores acquisition settings. You will never lose your work, and you can quickly repeat an acquisition at a later date using the stored settings.
Key Features:
Easy-to-Find Tools
- An interface with the user in mind. Find the right tool quickly and complete the task; simplifies training.
- Interactive zoom and pan within an entire image dataset. Easily focus in on the most important results.
Workflow Oriented
- Consistent workflow-oriented interface guides you through even the most complicated acquisition and analysis tasks.
- Minimizes number of steps required for experiment setup without the need for complex macros or system configuration.
- Acquired datasets are easily analyzed; tabular and graphical extracted information remains linked to image source.
Clean Desktop
- Patent-pending desktop is always clean and organized for a clear view of your data.
- Clearly visualize and compare multi-parametric datasets across different data views.
- Quickly access views optimized for time, position, and wavelength.
Experiment History
- Experiment aware, all images, measurements and acquisition parameters stay together throughout experiment cycle
Hundreds of Hardware Drivers
- Supports the broadest range of microscopy components to enable your unique application
- Continuous driver development targets state-of-the-art peripheral hardware and camera drivers to keep you ahead of the curve
- In-house driver and component testing gives you confidence that your system will work every time
Multi-Threaded Application
- Acquisition and analysis can now be accomplished simultaneously
- Asynchronous control of peripheral hardware shortens time-lapse intervals to improve temporal resolution
- Device streaming captures images at the maximum hardware rate for high-speed device synchronization during acquisition
Content: Our systems address all content needs from low to mid to high content analysis & screening.
