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Biogelx: Cell Culture on Self-Assembling Peptide Gels
Mhairi M Harper1, Michael L Connolly1, Laura Goldie1
1Biogelx Ltd, Biocity Scotland, Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK.
Methods in Molecular Biology (Clifton, N.J.)
|May 11, 2018
Summary
Aromatic peptide amphiphiles form nanostructured hydrogels for 3D cell culture. This chapter details characterization and cell culture methods optimized for Biogelx products, supporting cell biologists in biomaterial applications.
Area of Science:
- Biomaterials Science
- Cell Biology
- Nanotechnology
Background:
- Aromatic peptide amphiphiles form self-supporting nanostructured hydrogels.
- These hydrogels offer tunable mechanical properties and chemical compositions.
- Growing demand exists for 3D cell culture matrices to support cell manipulation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe characterization methods for nanostructured hydrogels.
- To outline cell culture techniques compatible with these biomaterials.
- To support the commercialization of bio-inspired hydrogels by Biogelx Limited.
Main Methods:
- Characterization of hydrogel nanostructure.
- Assessment of mechanical properties.
- Optimization of cell culture protocols within the hydrogel matrix.
Main Results:
- Demonstration of self-supporting hydrogel formation.
- Tunability of hydrogel properties achieved.
- Compatibility of cell culture techniques established.
Conclusions:
- Nanostructured hydrogels are versatile for 2D and 3D cell culture.
- Optimized methods enhance the utility of Biogelx products.
- These hydrogels provide a suitable matrix for cell storage, growth, and proliferation.
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