ZebraSTM

ZebraSTM quantifies spontaneous tail movement (STM) in zebrafish embryos to provide objective measurements for assessing behavioral responses in neurotoxicity studies.

Key Features:

• Automated video analysis: Automates quantification of STM across multiple zebrafish embryos using recorded video data.
• MATLAB implementation: Implemented as a MATLAB script for data processing and analysis.
• Movement extraction: Processes video recordings to extract relevant movement data that reflect spontaneous tail activity (STM).

Scientific Applications:

• Neurotoxicity assessment: Quantifies STM to evaluate behavioral changes resulting from chemical exposure in zebrafish embryos.
• Chemical screening: Enables assessment of environmental toxins and pharmaceutical compounds for potential neurobehavioral effects.

Methodology:

Implemented as a MATLAB script that processes video recordings of zebrafish embryos and extracts movement data reflecting spontaneous tail activity.