Fabrication of Magnetic Platforms for Micron-Scale Organization of Interconnected Neurons

Our approach makes it possible to control neural network formation using magnetic manipulations. This is an effective tool for in vitro studies of networks and offers novel therapeutic direction for biointerfacing devices. With this technique we can control both cell's location and growth at the micron scale, allowing flexible design of the magnetic pattern and thus the network organization.

An efficient and non-toxic magnetic nanoparticle steriloptic is crucial. To succeed, appropriate magnetic nanoparticles are needed. The important features are the size, coating, and situation magnetization value.