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For over 55 years, World Precision Instruments (WPI) has been a leading global manufacturer and provider of innovative research equipment and laboratory supplies to the life sciences, pharmaceutical, health care, and industrial markets. Our proven technology supports complex model development, including animal models and organ-on-a-chip systems, providing researchers with the tools to identify and

validate drugs pre-clinically to understand mechanism of action, dosage, administration, drug-drug interactions, patient-specific reactions, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, safety and efficacy. Our areas of innovation focus on tissue and cell biology, fluidics, animal physiology and electrophysiology. With an extensive global network and a passion for innovation, WPI provides novel solutions to customer’s daily challenges. Browse our collection of premium lab equipment and supplies today to outfit your facility for success.

06/04/2026

Precision matters in every cut.
In surgical, histology, and laboratory workflows, the choice of scalpel blade directly impacts tissue integrity, reproducibility, and overall data quality. That’s why understanding blade geometry is critical.
# 10 blades for broader tissue incisions
# 11 blades for puncture and entry cuts
# 15 blades for fine, controlled dissection
Each blade is designed for a specific level of precision and application. Selecting the right disposable scalpel isn’t just about preference. It’s about consistency, sterility, and reliable results in sensitive research environments. If your work depends on accuracy at the cellular or tissue level, blade selection is a small decision that makes a major difference.
https://wpiinc.com/blogs/all/disposable-scalpel-blade-guide

06/02/2026

Are your lab instruments working against 1 in 10 of your researchers?
Up to 10% of the population is left-handed, yet the vast majority of laboratory scissors and instruments are designed exclusively for right-handed use. In everyday life, that's an inconvenience. In a precision research environment, it's a variable that affects cut quality, technique consistency, and researcher fatigue.
The mechanics are straightforward: standard scissors are designed so that a right-hand squeeze drives the blades together. A left-hand squeeze does the opposite and causes the blades to splay apart rather than shear cleanly. Left-handed researchers compensate instinctively, often without realizing the toll it takes over a long session at the bench.
The good news? The solutions are simple and affordable:
• Dedicated left-handed scissors with mirrored blade geometry allow for natural, precise cutting actions
• Spring scissors are fully ambidextrous by design, and an excellent choice for fine dissection work regardless of hand dominance
We've put together a full article covering the science behind scissor mechanics, the instruments most affected by handedness, and why inclusive instrument selection matters for research quality.
WPI carries a wide range of spring scissors and left-handed laboratory scissors, because no researcher should be fighting their instruments.
👇 Read the full article https://wpiinc.com/blogs/all/working-left-handed-in-the-lab-why-scissor-design-matters-more-than-you-think

06/01/2026

Precision in your methods section isn’t just documentation. It’s a signal to other researchers about what works.
With more than 1,380 peer-reviewed citations, the UMP3 Microinjection Syringe Pump has become a widely trusted tool for delivering consistent, repeatable results at the micro- and nanoliter scale.
From neuroscience and ocular research to pharmacology and microfluidics, researchers rely on the UMP3 to control one of the most critical variables in any experiment: fluid delivery.
In this article, we highlight how published studies are using the UMP3, and why it continues to be cited across disciplines.
If reproducibility matters in your work, this is worth a look.
https://wpiinc.com/blogs/all/how-researchers-are-using-the-ump3-microinjection-syringe-pump-in-published-studies

05/29/2026

Precision Surgical Instruments for Neuroscience Research
In neuroscience, precision isn’t optional. It’s everything.
Our latest blog explores how the right surgical tools support reproducible, high-quality results across procedures like cranial access, tissue manipulation, precision cutting, and microinjection.
📘 Plus, download the new Neuroscience Instruments Brochure—a curated guide to the tools behind a structured neuroscience workflow.
👉 Read the article and get the brochure: https://wpiinc.com/blogs/all/instruments-for-neuroscience-research

05/28/2026

WPI will be attending the Microphysiological Systems (MPS) World Summit in Washington, DC from May 26–29.
We look forward to meeting with researchers and innovators working in organ-on-a-chip and microphysiological systems. Stop by to connect with us about:
• TEER measurements and barrier integrity testing
• Microinjection solutions for organ-on-a-chip workflows
• Imaging tools for live-cell and tissue applications
Ask us about the EVOM™ Chip system for measuring TEER in organ-on-a-chip applications.

Attending from WPI:
• Adrienne Watson, PhD – Chief Science Officer
• Mark Rutledge – CEO
• David Zemo – Account Executive
• Brittany Crafton – Product Manager
We look forward to meeting you in Washington, DC. Get more details here https://wpiinc.com/blogs/all/wpi-exhibiting-at-the-2026-mps-world-summit

05/27/2026

David Zemo, an Account Executive at WPI, will be joining the WPI team at the MPS World Summit in Washington, DC May 26–29.
Supporting customers throughout the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States, Dave works closely with researchers and laboratories developing organ-on-a-chip and microphysiological system applications. David will be available during MPS 2026 to discuss TEER instrumentation, microinjection solutions, imaging workflows, and the EVOM™ Chip platform for multiplexed TEER measurements in organ-on-a-chip systems. He will also be available to discuss application needs, configurations, and quotation requests for your upcoming projects.
We look forward to meeting you at MPS 2026. Get more details here https://wpiinc.com/blogs/all/wpi-exhibiting-at-the-2026-mps-world-summit

05/26/2026

Brittany Crafton, Product Manager at WPI, will be attending the MPS World Summit in Washington, DC May 26–29.
Brittany works closely with technologies supporting TEER measurement, imaging systems, and organ-on-a-chip workflows and looks forward to meeting researchers developing advanced in vitro models and microphysiological systems.
Ask Brittany about the EVOM™ Chip system for measuring TEER in organ-on-a-chip applications.
We look forward to meeting you at MPS 2026. Get more details here https://wpiinc.com/blogs/all/wpi-exhibiting-at-the-2026-mps-world-summit

05/25/2026

Precision at the micro and nanoliter scale isn’t just a technical detail. It can define the success of your experiment.
From stereotaxic brain injections to retinal delivery and single-cell work, even the smallest variation in volume can impact outcomes, reproducibility, and data integrity. That’s where micro syringe pumps come in.
In this guide, we break down:
• When micro-level precision is critical
• How systems like the UMP3 achieve ~25 nL accuracy
• Why zero dead volume and gas-tight syringes matter
• Key features to look for in a reliable microinjection setup
If you’re working with limited samples, sensitive tissue, or high-stakes data, this is worth a read.
https://wpiinc.com/blogs/all/syringe-pumps-a-researcher-s-guide-to-precise-microinjections

05/24/2026

Adrienne Watson, PhD, Chief Science Officer at WPI, will be attending the MPS World Summit in Washington, DC May 26–29.
Adrienne works closely with researchers and innovators developing next-generation organ-on-a-chip and microphysiological systems and looks forward to discussing collaborative opportunities in TEER measurement and barrier model applications. Talk with Adrienne about how your organ-on-a-chip platform may integrate with the WPI EVOM™ Chip system for TEER measurements in advanced in vitro models and organ-on-a-chip workflows.
Get more details here https://wpiinc.com/blogs/all/wpi-exhibiting-at-the-2026-mps-world-summit

05/22/2026

Mark Rutledge, CEO of WPI, will be attending the MPS World Summit in Washington, DC May 26–29.

WPI is bringing cutting-edge TEER technology to the organ-on-a-chip market with the EVOM™ Chip platform, designed for multiplexed TEER measurements across up to 12 systems simultaneously. Built in the footprint of a standard well plate, EVOM™ Chip easily fits inside standard incubators while enabling scalable barrier integrity measurements for advanced organ-on-a-chip and microphysiological system workflows.

Stop by and see what’s new at WPI. We’d love to hear about your application! Get more details here https://wpiinc.com/blogs/all/wpi-exhibiting-at-the-2026-mps-world-summit

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