I have an optical trap set up to hold and maneuver the strands as attached to sub micron latex beads. I want to study the effects of various enzymes and environments on the DNA while in the trap.

Any suggestions as to software and its required (desired) hardware would be appreciated.

Neal Nicklaus
nnicklaus@nova.sarnoff.com

Yes, there are various programs on the market. Depending on your budget, and your need for continued support. Probably the most ecconomic of the bunch is Image Pro Plus, soon to be available using 32 bit, and windows 95.

The second PC based system, that I find very intuitive and has excellent support is Kontron's KS 400 IA system. Kontron KS versions are distributed and supported by Zeiss, Thornwood NY. The best person to contact is Uli Kolhaaus, or Elise Shumpsy at Zeiss.

Gregory Argentieri
Greg2NJ@aol.com

You can also try Visilog from Noesis Vision Inc. It provides the widest selection of algorithms on the market along with an easy to use GUI and macro language. We are soon coming out with a 32 bit version on both Unix and Windows NT. You can contact me for more information.

Luc Nocente
Tel: 514 345 1400
Noesis Vision Inc.
e-mail: ln@noesisvision.com
http://www.cam.org/~noesis