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Alginate Microcapsule as a 3D Platform for Propagation and Differentiation of Human Embryonic Stem Cells (hESC) to Different Lineages
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Chapters
- 00:05Title
- 02:11Preparation of 1.1% Alginate
- 02:54Preparation of hESC for Encapsulation
- 04:03Encapsulation of hESC
- 05:42Differentiation of Encapsulated hESC to DA Neurons
- 06:40Decapsulation of Encapsulated hESC
- 07:28Differentiating DA Neurons in a 3D environment
- 09:24Conclusion
We have optimized a microencapsulation technique as an effective 3D platform for propagation and differentiation of embryonic stem cells to endoderm and dopaminergic (DA) neurons. It also provides an opportunity for immune-isolation of cells from the host during transplantation. This platform can be adapted for other cell types.
Tags
Alginate Microcapsule3D PlatformPropagationDifferentiationHuman Embryonic Stem CellsHESCBiomaterialsStem Cell CulturesMicroenvironmentCell-to-cell InteractionCell ProliferationSpecific LineagesEncapsulationSemi-permeable Membranes3D CulturesNutrients ExchangeOxygen ExchangeStimuli ExchangeAntibodies ExclusionImmune Cells ExclusionAlginate MicrocapsulesCulture Conditions EnhancementP160-Rho-associated Coiled-coil Kinase InhibitorROCK InhibitorY-27632Human Fetal Fibroblast-conditioned Serum Replacement Medium
