Who We Are
and What We Do
With over 18 years of experience in developing solutions for Zebrafish husbandry, Danio Lab understands the needs of animal husbandry experts, scientists starting their very first lab and complex core facilities requiring sophisticated design. Contact us to see how we can help accelerate your research.
Danio Lab accelerates biomedical research by providing the scientific community with innovative services and tools. Our attention to detail and superior customer service guarantees your research continues seamlessly.
Preventative Maintenance
Danio Lab’s preventative maintenance programs offer Best-In-Class service with the same, quality OEM parts provided by Zebrafish housing system manufacturers.
- pH and conductivity electrodes
- Replacement UV lamps and quartz sleeves
- Filter bags and cartridges
- Custom upgrades and emergency repairs available
Consulting / System Design
Danio Lab has assisted in the design and construction of the largest Zebrafish systems in the world. Whether you are just starting out with one rack, or building a large core facility, our expertise in aquatics room layout, system design and installation can help make planning your new lab or upgrading an existing aquatics facility a success.
Why use the zebrafish
in research?
Since the 1960s, the zebrafish (Danio rerio) has become increasingly important to scientific research. It has many characteristics that make it a valuable model for studying human genetics and disease.
The zebrafish is small and robust. They are cheaper to maintain than mice.
Zebrafish produce hundreds of offspring at weekly intervals providing scientists with an ample supply of embryos.
Zebrafish embryos are nearly transparent which allows researchers to easily examine the development of internal structures.
Zebrafish have a similar genetic structure to humans. They share 70 per cent of genes with us.
Break of daylight triggers mating in zebrafish (many other fish only lay eggs in the dark).
As a vertebrate, the zebrafish has the same major organs and tissues as humans. Their muscle, blood, kidney and eyes share many features with human systems.
The zebrafish genome has been fully sequenced to a very high quality. This has enabled scientists to create mutations in more than 14,000 genes to study their function.
Zebrafish have the unique ability to repair heart muscle. For example, if part of their heart is removed they can grow it back in a matter of weeks.
Our products
Hungry fish? Danio Lab has your back - visit our online store today!
Zebrafish Feeders ZF ONE
$175.00
The ZF ONE Zebrafish Feeder is a new smaller model with one fine dose setting. The preset feed range is ideal for 1-2 adult fish and larval tanks. Our feeders were specifically designed to accurately dispense the sensitive Gemma 300 feed and work with many other dry feeds in the 100-500 micron range.
Zebrafish Feeder ZF TWO
$200.00
The UPDATED ZF TWO Zebrafish Feeder is the successor to the ZF3 model. The two, new preset feed ranges for 10 fish and 20 fish give husbandry staff the speed and control to accurately feed any size fish room.
Our feeders were specifically designed to accurately dispense the sensitive Gemma 300 feed and works with many other dry feeds in the 100-500 micron range.
- 6061 Anodized Aluminum Construction
- 120 mL Capacity
- 2 Preset Dose Settings
Zebrafish Feeder ZF TWO Upgrade
$20.00
Upgrade first gen ZF2 (pre-April 2019) and older ZF3 feeder models to the new ZF2 spec! This revision dispenses dry diets more accurately and provides a true, two-stop functionality. Each section feeds 10 adult fish for a total volume equal to the older feeders.
Zebrafish Research Diet
$45.00
Zebrafish Research Diet - Premium Artemia Replacement
Danio Lab ZRD is a complete Artemia replacement diet for all stages of Zebrafish growth and maintenance. Optimal nutritional augmentation and lipid loading.Micro-encapsulated to remain stable and intact.
Nutritional Composition:
Protein 59%. Fat - 13%. Ash - 15%. Fiber - 0.3%.
Sizes Available:
ZRD-1: 80-100 Micron
ZRD-2: 100-200 Micron
ZRD-3: 200-300 Micron
ZRD-4: 300-500 Micron
Ingredients:
Marine proteins, purified fish oils, micro algae, lecithin, vitamins, DHA, EPA
Contact Us
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require any further information.
Call +1-617-982-3151 or send us a message:
Danio Lab Aquatics Technician I
Job Type: Full-time
Job Description:
Do you have a passion for aquatic animals and customer service? Do you like to travel regularly? Do you get satisfaction from a job well done with a smile at the end of each day? Boston based biotech services/supply company with worldwide sales of research equipment for aquatic species is hiring for its technical service team. The aquatics technician will perform service visits mainly in and around Boston/New England area. Some travel to mid-Atlantic region with domestic/international opportunities as well. In addition to maintenance and service, technician will fabricate and install filtration and monitoring systems for laboratory aquatics holding equipment. We are seeking smart, dynamic individuals who wish to work in a varied and fast-paced setting locally and abroad.
Essential Duties:
- Daily travel to client research facilities for maintenance and service visits.
- Perform maintenance and service on dosing, monitoring, and filtration components.
- Daily record keeping of service visits.
- Technician will maintain clean professional image of company while at client research facilities and follow best practices regarding bio-security, human safety and animal welfare.
SERVICE:
Secondary Duties:
- Fabricate piping, pumping systems, filtration modules to exact engineering specifications.
- Must be able to work well with hands, read blue print drawings, and follow directions accurately.
- Detail oriented individual who can work efficiently and think quickly.
- Experience/knowledge in aquatic husbandry, aquaculture, aquariums, marine biology.
- College/University Degree a plus but not required.
- Must be familiar with most hand tools; be able to read blueprints/engineering drawings.
- Must have good communication skills, a team player personality, and be adaptable to change with a positive attitude. Must be punctual and dependable.
FABRICATION:
BACKGROUND:
Hours:
Monday - Friday 7:30-4:00.
Possible overtime and ability to travel frequently for several days at a time.
Benefits:
Competitive Compensation, Generous PTO (Vacation, Holidays, Sick Leave), Travel Perks, Health/Medical Reimbursement
Salary:
Depending on Experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Must be able to perform a mixture of bending, squatting, kneeling, and standing for the shift. Must be able to wear respirator when needed and have no breathing difficulties. Must be comfortable working in rubber gloves.
Candidate must be a US citizen with valid passport - Must have clean driving record - Equal OpportunityEmployer
Respond with resume "AQUATICS TECHNICIAN I" in subject line.
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