Draft System Specification

Instrument Specifications:

-capability to monitor 24 samples

-ability to run at constant temperature (set at a fixed value between 35-38°C)

-light proof (from outside sources)

-connection to existing lab equipment for sample modification

-collect accurate data from PMT

-variable experiment length set in software

-collect data from each sample at least once every 10 minutes

-interface with appropriate software for analysis of period and phase of the luminescence rhythm

-collect column effluent at hourly intervals without disrupting light input or luminescence data collection