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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Materials Science
  • Biotechnology

Background:

  • Controlling neuron-substrate adhesion is crucial for fabricating functional neuron-based cell chips and multielectrode array (MEA) devices.
  • High-density complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) MEAs necessitate advanced functionalization techniques for precise neuron localization and improved electrophysiological recordings.
  • Existing methods often require specific adhesion molecules or complex patterning, limiting widespread application.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a simple, effective chemical functionalization method for precise and exclusive neuron positioning on electrodes.
  • To inhibit cellular adhesion on surrounding insulator areas of MEA devices.
  • To demonstrate the method's efficacy on both model substrates and CMOS-MEA platforms.

Main Methods:

  • A two-step chemical functionalization process involving a hydrophobic silane layer (propyltriethoxysilane [PTES]) and subsequent surface treatment with 11-amino-1-undecanethiol hydrochloride (AT) on gold (Au) surfaces.
  • Optimization performed on gold (Au) and silicon nitride (Si3N4)-patterned surfaces.
  • Application and testing directly on a CMOS-MEA device.

Main Results:

  • Achieved precise and exclusive positioning of neural cell bodies onto functionalized gold electrodes.
  • Demonstrated inhibition of cellular adhesion on surrounding insulator areas.
  • Recorded stable spontaneous spiking and bursting activities from neural networks on CMOS-MEAs for up to 4 weeks, comparable to standard adhesion factors.

Conclusions:

  • The developed chemical functionalization method offers a simple and effective alternative for selective neuron-substrate adhesion.
  • This technique enhances neuron localization and adhesion on MEA devices, crucial for advanced neuroelectronic applications.
  • The method shows promise for developing novel chip coatings that improve the performance and longevity of neuron-based devices.