Animal welfare and scientific precision must go hand in hand in research environments. The MARTA Pad (Monitoring Animals in Research with Technology and Application) is setting a new standard for how vital signs are monitored in animal studies. This groundbreaking, patented, non-invasive system allows researchers to track critical metrics such as heart rate, breathing, and temperature—without physical contact and without distressing the animal.
Why MARTA Stands Out
Traditional monitoring methods can involve wires, sensors, or manual data collection, all of which may cause stress for animals and introduce inconsistencies in results. MARTA changes this by offering a seamless, stress-free experience for both animals and researchers.
Here’s what makes MARTA exceptional:
- Continuous Monitoring – Real-time tracking of heart rate, respiration, and temperature.
- Heating Pad Functionality – Provides comfort and stability during procedures.
- Anaesthesia Depth Regulation – Helps researchers maintain optimal anaesthesia levels, minimising risk and improving study outcomes.
- Seamless Integration – Designed to work with stereotactic frames, two-photon microscopes, and a wide range of lab equipment.
- Full Sterilisability – Easy to clean and reuse, ensuring maximum hygiene.
- Scalability – Monitor multiple animals simultaneously, making it ideal for both small and large-scale studies.
MARTA is fully CE-certified (60601 medical device standard), ensuring medical-grade safety and reliability.
Beyond the Pad: The Complete MARTA Ecosystem
MARTA isn’t just a device—it’s a complete monitoring solution designed for modern laboratories:
MARTA Pad – Monitors vital signs continuously and contact-free, before, during, and after experiments.
MARTA App – Eliminates manual recording by allowing instant visualisation, collection, and sharing of data with the wider research community.
Stereotaxic Add-Ons – Contact-free monitoring for mice and rats, compatible with standard stereotaxic equipment.
MARTA Box – A pre- and post-experimental induction and recovery chamber for smooth animal monitoring.
Together, these tools enhance reproducibility across studies, reduce inconsistencies, and strengthen a Culture of Care in animal science.
Aligned with the 3Rs
MARTA supports the 3Rs principle by refining research practices, reducing animal distress, and ensuring researchers have the best possible data to work with.
Building a Culture of Care
Research institutions across the globe are under increasing pressure to not only meet compliance standards but also to prioritise compassion and animal welfare. MARTA helps bridge this gap by delivering real-time, accurate data without compromise. It is a step forward in combining scientific excellence with ethical responsibility.
Discover MARTA
MARTA is already transforming animal research facilities worldwide. Whether you’re conducting high-precision neuroscience, pre-clinical trials, or long-term monitoring, MARTA provides the accuracy, reproducibility, and compassion your work demands.
At Able Scientific, we’re committed to bringing you innovative solutions that empower discovery while upholding integrity.
