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POL-EKO® collaborates with Cairn Research Ltd

POL-EKO® has partnered with Cairn Research Ltd from the United Kingdom – a recognized leader in advanced solutions for live cell and tissue imaging. We were pleased to welcome Mark Henson, a representative of the company, to our headquarters, where we planned the project of a custom-designed CO₂ incubator together.

Cairn Alligator – a specialized CO₂ incubator for circadian rhythm research

This collaboration has resulted in the creation of the Cairn Alligator – an innovative CO₂ incubator equipped with a top-mounted optical window, designed for integration with advanced camera systems. This unit will play a key role in circadian rhythm research conducted on live cells and tissues.

Key features of the Cairn Alligator

• Stable incubation temperature (~37°C)
• Full protection from external light – ideal for simulating day/night cycles
• Compatibility with cameras for detecting low-light signals such as bioluminescence

This setup enables uninterrupted, multi-day experiments, allowing precise monitoring of biological rhythms, gene expression, and calcium levels in 24-hour cycles.

The unit is already on its way to the UK client

The completed unit was shipped just a few days ago to the headquarters of Cairn Research Ltd, where it will soon support cutting-edge research in the field of cellular biology. We look forward to sharing further updates as our collaboration progresses!

Learn more about our CO₂ incubators.