Nanoparticle Tracking Analysis (NTA)

Nanoparticle Tracking Analysis (NTA) is a relatively new technique which allows the operator to visualise and measure the size, light scattering intensity, fluorescence and count of nanoparticles in a liquid suspension. NTA is based on laser illuminated optical microscopy, where a high resolution digital camera captures the Brownian motion of each particle to produce high resolution count and size distribution results. The addition of a fluorescence detection mode enables the target particles to be measured in a complex background.

Advantages of NTA include particle-by-particle measurement, accurate characterisation of real time events through the use of visual validation and minimal sample preparation and processing time. Applications for NTA include the study of protein aggregation, exosomes, micro vesicle research, drug delivery systems, viral vaccines and fluorescent quantum dots.

ATA Scientific offers the NanoSight NS300 from Malvern Panalytical. NanoSight NS300 is an easy-to-use compact system offering enhanced fluorescence detection with a software controlled filter wheel for automated analysis of multiple fluorescent markers.

At ATA Scientific we sell innovative instruments from leading manufacturers in the particle, surface, life and material sciences. Our suppliers include some of the world’s most well-regarded companies such as Malvern Panalytical, Phenom World, Biolin Scientific, Avestin, Jasco, Precision Nanosytems, Phasefocus and Nanolane.

Our scientific instruments are used by Universities, the CSIRO and by companies in a range of different industries including the pharmaceutical, polymer, chemical and mining sectors. We also provide our clients with long term support to ensure they get the best out of our products and services. Over the past 27 years, ATA Scientific has provided a range of technical services including operator training, preventative maintenance and instrument breakdown repair.

For more information on our range of NTA instruments, simply fill in the Product Enquiry Form below and an ATA Scientific representative will get back to you promptly.