We present a protocol to obtain cell-derived matrices rich in extracellular matrix proteins, using macromolecular crowders (MMC). In addition, we present a protocol which incorporates MMC in 3D organotypic skin co-culture generation, which reduces culture time while maintaining maturity of construct.
Benny, P., Badowski, C., Lane, E. B., Raghunath, M. Improving 2D and 3D Skin In Vitro Models Using Macromolecular Crowding. J. Vis. Exp. (114), e53642, doi:10.3791/53642 (2016).