Abstract
A dual thermoresponsive and magnetic colloidal gel matrix is described for enhanced stem-cell culture. The combined properties of the material allow enzyme-free passaging and expansion of mesenchymal stem cells, as well as isolation of cells postculture by the simple process of lowering the temperature and applying an external magnetic field. The colloidal gel can be reconfigured with thermal and magnetic stimuli to allow patterning of cells in discrete zones and to control movement of cells within the porous matrix during culture.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 662–668 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Advanced Materials |
Volume | 27 |
Issue number | 4 |
Early online date | 29 Nov 2014 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 27 Jan 2015 |
Keywords
- 3D scaffolds
- biomaterials
- magnetic particles
- stem cells
- thermoresponsive polymers
Profiles
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Aram Saeed
- School of Chemistry, Pharmacy and Pharmacology - Associate Professor in Healthcare Technologies
- Pharmaceutical Materials and Soft Matter - Member
Person: Research Group Member, Academic, Teaching & Research