Dear Histonetters!

We are studying the structure and organization of nervous systems in
polychaetes (segmented and mostly marine "worms") and other annelids in
a phylogenetic context. We label our specimens using antibodies against
various neurotransmitters or acetylated alpha-tubulin e.g. Unfortunately
staining against tubulin does not seem to label neurotubuli in the
species I am currently working on, even though this antibody has proven
to work perfectly in many other species.

Therefore I am looking for alternative antibodies in order to stain
neural pathways. Antibodies against neurofilaments would probably be
suitable, yet suppliers generally offer ones which are only against
vertebrate tissue. I would appreciate any help or suggestions.

Thanks in advance.

René


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Dipl. Biol. René Hessling

Universität Osnabrück
FB Biologie/Chemie
Spezielle Zoologie
Barbarastr. 11
49069 Osnabrück
GERMANY
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