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Learning Objectives

At the end of this simulation, you will be able to:

Gather and assess data concerning withdrawal reflex time within an acute pain model.
Examine and derive insights from patch clamp findings to compare the inhibitory effects of two sodium channel blockers on capsaicin-induced excitability.
Elucidate the reaction of a sensory receptor to chemical stimuli, both at the cellular and whole-organism levels.
Establish a voltage-clamp experimental setup, quantify and analyze variations in current elicited by chemical stimuli, and derive interpretations from the results.
Comprehend the classifications of sensory neurons and their diverse reactions to various stimuli.

How do virtual labs work?

Enhance students' involvement in science by immersing them in interactive learning scenarios. Create simulations for experiments, provide hands-on training in laboratory techniques, and convey theoretical concepts through captivating visual experiences to improve their overall long-term learning outcomes.

Access web-based simulations that are compatible with laptops, Chromebooks, tablets, and iPads, eliminating the need for software installation.
Incorporate a teacher dashboard for automated grading and monitoring of student progress.
Utilize embedded quizzes to assist students in mastering scientific content.
Comprehensive repository of educational materials, including learning resources, lab reports, videos, theory pages, graphics, and more.

Virtual Lab: Exploring the Muscles Involved in Walking and Running - Skeletal Muscle

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Virtual Lab: Investigating Human Reproductive Cells

The imaginX fertility center is seeking your assistance! There has been an inadvertent mixing of sperm and egg samples within unlabeled tubes, and the team requires your expertise to rectify this situation. As you delve into the samples, you will also gain insights into the intricate processes of meiosis and mitosis.

Virtual Lab: Exploring Respirometry in Cellular Respiration

Explore the concept of respiration monitoring and enhanced comprehension through Respirometry. Gain insights into the influence of exercise on respiration by observing glucose levels and oxygen consumption in a model organism, namely a mouse.

Gene Expression Module: Employ Sequencing Techniques to Uncover a Gene Associated with Obesity in a Virtual Laboratory

Explore Next Generation Sequencing through the examination of pig tissue mRNA to uncover a novel gene associated with obesity. Validate your findings by utilizing qPCR to assess the genes expression levels.

Virtual Lab: Determining Homogeneity or Heterogeneity of Mixtures

Identify various mixtures on an extraterrestrial planet and leverage your understanding of mixtures and compounds to assess their safety for consumption. Will you manage to endure until your escape from the planet is possible?

Virtual Lab on Chemistry Safety: Proper Chemical Waste Disposal

Collaborate with lab assistant Marie as you work together to tidy up the fume hood following a messy situation left behind by certain students in the laboratory. Gain valuable insights into effectively utilizing your understanding of the necessary chemicals for an experiment and employ this knowledge to ensure the safe disposal of chemical waste.

Virtual Lab: Protein Separation Based on Molecular Weight Using SDS-PAGE

Explore every aspect of SDS-PAGE, starting from the choice of gel and sample preparation, through chamber assembly, and delving into the intricate processes that occur when the current is activated. This procedure enables the separation of proteins based solely on their molecular weight, moving us closer to the identification of the target protein.

LMS Integration

imaginX seamlessly integrates with leading LMS (Learning Management Systems), enabling educators to track student performance and allowing students to maintain their work records. It is compatible with popular platforms such as Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, Google Classroom, Schoology, Sakai, Brightspace/D2L, and can also be used independently of an LMS.