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  1. Access a sample and characterization.
  2. Click the All tab or the Physico-Chemical Characterizations tab and click Add next to Physico-chemical Characterization.

  3. Both tabs provide customizations based on your Characterization Type* selection.

  4. Follow these steps to fill in the characterization. Links are provided for additional details.

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    AddPhysicoChemical

    SectionWhat to Do
    Physico-Chemical CharacterizationFill in the general information about the characterization.
    Properties

    If you select one of the following characterization types, you need to fill in additional properties.

    • Physical State
    • Shape
    • Solubility
    • Surface
    Design and MethodsComplete the fields describing techniques and instruments used to derive the data.
    Finding

    Add data findings and supporting documentation relating to the sample. Import as many .csv files as you wish or add derived data manually.

    Click Add to expand the section, then add findings.

    Analysis and ConclusionEnter any relevant analyses and conclusions reached by the data.

    Copy to Other Samples with the Same Primary Organization

    Select samples in the list to which you want this physico-chemical data transferrred. This option copies files and data to one or more selected samples "owned" by the same point of contact.

When you are finished, click Submit to save the data to the sample.

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Physico-Chemical Characterization Properties
Physico-Chemical Characterization Properties
Defining Physico-Chemical Characterization

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Define the following characterization information.

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This is already filled in with Physico-Chemical Characterization (required) when you click the tab of the same name or add one from the All tab.

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Select the name of the characterization (required). 

Note: If you select Cytoxicity, Enzyme Reduction, Target, or Transfection, you have to complete additional properties.

To select an existing, non-standard Assay Type, select other_pc.

To create a new, non-standard Assay Type

    1. Select other.
    2. Enter a New Characterization Name and click Add, and the new characterization is added the Characterization Name list.
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    1. Select other.
    2. Enter a New Assay Type and click Add, and the new Assay Type is added to the list.

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If you selected one of the Characterization Names listed in the following table, the Properties section opens, and you must fill in additional information.

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Physical State

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Select the Type of physical state.

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Shape

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  1. Select the Type of shape.
  2. Enter the shape Aspect Ratio.
  3. Enter the Minimum and Maximum Dimensions of the sample, and the units of measurement.

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Solubility

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  1. Select from the options or enter the name of the Solvent.
    • 3D-cube
    • 3D-cylinder
    • alcohol
    • phosphate-buffered saline
    • saline
    • THF
    • water

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Surface

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Specify Yes or No to indicate whether the surface Is Hydrophobic?.

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Defining Physico-Chemical Characterization Design Methods

Fill in the design, methods, and techniques used.

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Design and Methods Description

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Enter a description for the characterization design and methods.

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If you include an extra line between text in the Design and Methods Description, the line separation is preserved when you save or update the characterization.

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Technique and Instrument

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Technique*

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When you are finished, click Save or Cancel to close the section without saving.

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In vitro characterization allows you to add characterizations for the nanomaterial component of the sample derived from analytical techniques performed under in vitro conditions.

To add an in vitro characterization

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Click the All tab or the In Vitro Characterizations tab and click Add next to In Vitro Characterization.

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Both tabs provide customizations based on your Characterization Type* selection.

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If you select one of the following characterization names, you need to fill in additional properties.

  • Cytotoxicity
  • Enzyme Induction
  • Transfection

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Add data findings and supporting documentation relating to the sample. Import as many .csv files as you wish or add derived data manually.

Click Add to expand the section, then add findings.

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When you are finished, click Submit to save the data to the sample.

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Defining an In Vitro Characterization

Fill in the following characterization information.

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This is already filled in with In Vitro Characterization (required) when you click the tab of the same name or add one from the All tab.

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Select the name of the characterization (required). 

Note: If you select Cytoxicity, Enzyme Reduction, Target, or Transfection, you have to complete additional properties.

To select an existing, non-standard Assay Type, select other_vt.

To create a new, non-standard Assay Type

    1. Select other.
    2. Enter a New Characterization Name and click Add, and the new characterization is added the Characterization Name list.
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    1. Select other.
    2. Enter a New Assay Type and click Add, and the new Assay Type is added to the list.

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If available, select the protocol from which the data is derived.

  • A hyperlink to the protocol text file should appear (if the protocol is not private to the user and the protocol file exists). However, protocol files are not required. Click the hyperlink to open or save the file.
  • A hyperlink to the protocol text file should appear (if the protocol is not private to the user and the protocol file exists - ie. protocol files are not required).

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Defining In Vitro Characterization Properties

If you selected one of the Characterization Names listed in the following table, the Properties section opens, and you must fill in additional information.

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Cytotoxicity

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Enzyme Induction

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Enter the Enzyme Name of your choice.

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Transfection

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Enter the appropriate Cell Line.

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Defining In Vitro Design Methods

Fill in the design, methods, and techniques used.

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Enter a description for the characterization design and methods.

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If you include an extra line between text in the Design and Methods Description, the line separation is preserved when you save or update the characterization.

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Technique and Instrument

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Technique*

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When you are finished, click Save or Cancel to close the section without saving.

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In vivo characterization allows you to add characterizations for the nanomaterial component of the sample that were derived from analytical techniques performed under in vivo conditions.

To add an in vivo characterization

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Click the All tab or the In Vitro Characterizations tab and click Add next to In Vitro Characterization.

Both tabs provide customizations based on your Characterization Type* selection.

Follow these steps to fill in the characterization. Links are provided for additional details.

Properties

If you selected one of the Characterization Names listed in the following table, the Properties section opens, and you must fill in additional information.

Characterization NameProperties to Complete

Physical State

Select the Type of physical state.

Shape


  1. Select the Type of shape.

  2. Enter the shape Aspect Ratio.
  3. Enter the Minimum and Maximum Dimensions of the sample, and the units of measurement.


Solubility


  1. Select from the options or enter the name of the Solvent.


Surface

Specify Yes or No to indicate whether the surface Is Hydrophobic?.

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InVitro
InVitro
Adding an In Vitro Characterization

In vitro characterization allows you to add characterizations for the nanomaterial component of the sample derived from analytical techniques performed under in vitro conditions.

To add an in vitro characterization

  1. Access a sample and characterization.
  2. Click the All tab or the In Vitro Characterizations tab and click Add next to In Vitro Characterization.

  3. Both tabs provide customizations based on your Characterization Type* selection.

  4. Follow these steps to fill in the characterization. Links are provided for additional details.

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    AddInVitroCharacterization
    AddInVitroCharacterization

    SectionWhat to Do
    In Vitro CharacterizationFill in the general information about the characterization.
    Properties

    If you select one of the following characterization names, you need to fill in additional properties.

    • Cytotoxicity
    • Enzyme Induction
    • Transfection
    Design and MethodsComplete the fields describing techniques and instruments used to derive the data.
    Finding

    Add data findings and supporting documentation relating to the sample. Import as many .csv files as you wish or add derived data manually.

    Click Add to expand the section, then add findings.

    Analysis and ConclusionEnter any relevant analyses and conclusions reached by the data.
    Copy to Other Samples with the Same Primary OrganizationSelect samples in the list to which you want this physico-chemical data transferred. This option copies files and data to one or more selected samples "owned" by the same point of contact.

When you are finished, click Submit to save the data to the sample.

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Defining In Vitro Characterization Properties

If you selected one of the Characterization Names listed in the following table, the Properties section opens, and you must fill in additional information.

Characterization NameProperties to Complete

Cytotoxicity

Enter the appropriate Cell Line.

Enzyme Induction

Enter the Enzyme Name of your choice.

TargetingEnter the appropriate Cell Line.

Transfection

Enter the appropriate Cell Line.

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InVivo
InVivo
Adding an In Vivo Characterization

In vivo characterization allows you to add characterizations for the nanomaterial component of the sample that were derived from analytical techniques performed under in vivo conditions.

To add an in vivo characterization

  1. Access a sample and characterization.
  2. Click the All tab or the In Vitro Characterizations tab and click Add next to In Vitro Characterization.

  3. Both tabs provide customizations based on your Characterization Type* selection.

    Follow these steps to fill in the characterization. Links are provided for additional details.

    SectionWhat to Do
    In Vivo CharacterizationFill in the general information about the characterization.
    PropertiesDisplays for in vivo characterizations.
    Design and MethodsComplete the fields describing techniques and instruments used to derive the data.
    Finding

    Add data findings and supporting documentation relating to the sample. Import as many .csv files as you wish or add derived data manually.

    Click Add to expand the section, then add findings.

    Analysis and ConclusionEnter any relevant analyses and conclusions reached by the data.
    Copy to Other Samples with the Same Primary Organization

    Select samples in the list to which you want this physico-chemical data transferred. This option copies files and data to one or more selected samples "owned" by the same point of contact.

  4. When you are finished, click Submit to save the data to the sample.

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Defining the Characterization

Define the following characterization information.

CompleteHow to
Characterization Type*

This is already filled in with Physico-Chemical, In Vivo, Ex Vivo, or Ex (required) when you click the tab of the same name or add one from the All tab.

Characterization Name*

Select the name of the characterization (required).



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titleCharacter Type Notes
  • Physico-Chemical: If you select Cytoxicity, Enzyme Reduction, Target, or Transfection, you have to complete additional properties. To select an existing, non-standard Assay Type, select other_pc.
  • In Vitro: If you select Cytoxicity, Enzyme Reduction, Target, or Transfection, you have to complete additional properties. To select an existing, non-standard Assay Type, select other_vt.
  • In Vivo: To select an existing, non-standard Assay Type, select other_vv or other_ex_vv.


To create a new, non-standard Assay Type

    1. Select other.
    2. Enter a New Characterization Name and click Add, and the new characterization is added the Characterization Name list.
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Assay Type
    1. Select other.
    2. Enter a New Assay Type and click Add, and the new Assay Type is added to the list.
Protocol Name – VersionIf available, select a protocol from which the data is derived. If displayed, click the hyperlink to the protocol text file to open or save the file.
Characterization SourceSelect or enter the source from which the characterization data is derived, such as a vendor or a laboratory (NCL).
Characterization DateSelect or enter the date the characterization was made (dd/mm/yyyy).

Defining Characterization Design and Methods

Fill in the design, methods, and techniques used.

Design and Methods FieldDescription

Design and Methods Description

Enter a description for the characterization design and methods.

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If you include an extra line between text in the Characterizations free text, Design and Methods Description, the line separation is preserved when you save or update the characterization.

Technique and Instrument

Include Page
Technique and instrument
Technique and instrument

Technique*

Include Page
Technique
Technique

Abbreviation

Include Page
Abbreviation
Abbreviation

DescriptionEnter a description of the technique and instrument.
Instrument

Include Page
Instrument
Instrument

When you are finished, click Save or Cancel to close the section without saving.

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Add data findings and supporting documentation relating to the sample. Import as many .csv files as you wish or add derived data manually.

Click Add to expand the section, then add findings.

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Select samples in the list to which you want this physico-chemical data transferred. This option copies files and data to one or more selected samples "owned" by the same point of contact.

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When you are finished, click Submit to save the data to the sample.

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Defining an In Vivo Characterization

Fill in the following characterization information.

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This is already filled in with In Vivo Characterization (required) when you click the tab of the same name or add one from the All tab.

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Select the name of the characterization (required). 

To select an existing, non-standard Assay Type, select other_vv or other_ex_vv.

To create a new, non-standard Assay Type

    1. Select other.
    2. Enter a New Characterization Name and click Add, and the new characterization is added the Characterization Name list.
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    1. Select other.
    2. Enter a New Assay Type and click Add, and the new Assay Type is added to the list.

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Defining In Vivo Design and Methods

Fill in the design, methods, and techniques used.

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Design and Methods Description

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Enter a description for the characterization design and methods.

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titleAdding extra lines

If you include an extra line between text in the Characterizations free text, Design and Methods Description, the line separation is preserved when you save or update the characterization.

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Technique and Instrument

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Technique*

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When you are finished, click Save or Cancel to close the section without saving.

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Defining the Characterization

Define the following characterization information.

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This is already filled in with Physico-Chemical, In Vivo, Ex Vivo, or Ex (required) when you click the tab of the same name or add one from the All tab.

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Select the name of the characterization (required). 

Note: If you select Cytoxicity, Enzyme Reduction, Target, or Transfection, you have to complete additional properties.

To select an existing, non-standard Assay Type, select other_pc.

To create a new, non-standard Assay Type

    1. Select other.
    2. Enter a New Characterization Name and click Add, and the new characterization is added the Characterization Name list.
      Adding a New Characterization NameImage Removed

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    1. Select other.
    2. Enter a New Assay Type and click Add, and the new Assay Type is added to the list.

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Adding Findings to a Characterization

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