A microprocessor-controlled photometer for monitoring microbial growth in multi-welled plates

Publisher Website
Google Scholar
Abstract
Multi-welled microtitre plates provide a convenient means of handling ''large-block'' multifactorial experiments with microbial cultures. An inexpensive instrument, termed a ''Biophotometer'', has been designed to monitor microbial growth in each well, by transmitted light measurements. Optional microcomputer control is employed to facilitate scanning of plates and data handling. A unique method for agitating cultures is incorporated into the system. Typical results are presented to illustrate the versatility of this system.