They were a little sleepy when we first opened their special travel box, but they were soon busy inspecting their new cages. They also climbed on their wheels right away for long runs. We placed their cages in photolight boxes set on identical light schedules. Also be sure you understand how to read light schedule on the actograms. Lastly, almost as exciting as getting the new animals is seeing that our computer system is working properly right now.
Computers are fantastic tools for collecting data, but they are also temperamental.
Today the hamsters are running, and we're rolling. The project is going wonderfully so far. The hamsters are adjusting to their new homes. Our data collection equipment is working incredibly well. Students are e-mailing us thoughtful questions.