Media Cybernetics Announces the Release of Image-Pro Plus Version 7.0
Image-Pro Plus Version 7.0 Image Analysis Software Accelerates Research and Offers New Live Acquisition and Processing Tools
BETHESDA, Md.–Media Cybernetics announces the release of Image-Pro Plus Version 7.0, image processing and analysis software package. Image-Pro Plus is used worldwide by thousands of research professionals in a range of applications including life science research, quality control, industrial inspection, as well as forensic and physical sciences.
“This major version upgrade provides faster image handling, multi-dimensional acquisition improvements, new surface analysis tools, and the option to acquire live focused and tiled images,” adds Kathy Hrach, Product Manager at Media Cybernetics.
Users of Image-Pro Plus v.7.0 now have the option to add the Live Tiling and EDF module which allows acquisition and tiling of large images and in-focus composite images live – without an automated microscope stage or focus drive. This module is available at a promotion price now through September 30th, 2009.
Additionally, the new Just-in-Time Loading feature saves time by loading multi-frame image sets on demand, resulting in extremely fast load and play times. This feature is available for Image-Pro sets, sequences, and TIFF sequences. The fastest Image-Pro load time ever offered can now open any size set at the speed of a single image.
Image-Pro Plus v.7.0 includes microscope and stage automation tools which were previously available only as add-ons. Users can control their microscope stages in any X, Y, or Z direction and control motorized filter wheels, shutters, filter sliders, and lamp settings. Automation speeds have also been accelerated for the following microscopy hardware: Prior ProScan Controllers; Olympus Microscope Stands (BX-61 and IX-81); Sutter Lambda 10-3; and Ludl MAC.
Other new features include the optional 3D Surface Inspector tool which allows researchers to explore the depth of their z-stacks using manual measurements. In addition to quantitative analysis tools, users can create beautifully illuminated 3D visualizations and AVI animations to share with others. A new Macro Browser (formerly the Macro Player) ensures quick access to a variety of timesaving macros. New macros are also available in the Macros Menu.
About Image-Pro Plus
Utilized by researchers worldwide, Image-Pro Plus combines the latest tools for scientific and industrial image analysis into one intuitive software package. Reflecting over 20 years of development, evolution, and user feedback, Image-Pro Plus supplies the tools needed to efficiently capture, enhance, process, measure, and analyze images.
About Media Cybernetics
Founded in 1981, Media Cybernetics develops image informatics solutions to automate research, development, and quality control processes in life science and industry. The company’s products simplify and enhance image-based data collection and analysis to increase the accuracy and productivity of its customers. Image-Pro Plus is the image analysis software used daily by thousands of researchers and engineers in medicine, science, and industry. For more information about Media Cybernetics, visit www.mediacy.com.

