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Crafting Precision: Design and Fabrication of a Xurography-Driven Microfluidic Platform for Exploring Neuron Culture
Subhadra Nandi1, Satyajit Ghosh1, Anindyasundar Adak2
1Department of Bioscience & Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur, NH 65, Surpura Bypass Road, Karwar, Rajasthan 342037, India.
ACS Chemical Neuroscience
|July 11, 2025
Summary
Researchers developed a low-cost microfluidic device for advanced neuronal cultures and disease modeling. This novel platform supports neurosphere formation, cocultures, and testing Alzheimer's disease therapeutics, showing promise for neurobiological research.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Biotechnology
- Microfluidics
Background:
- Traditional 2D cell cultures limit understanding of neural cytoarchitecture.
- Neural organoids like neurospheres offer better neuronal representation.
- Microfluidic platforms enhance neurosphere generation with controlled cues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To design and fabricate a low-cost microfluidic device for neuronal research.
- To validate the device for neurosphere formation, cell differentiation, and coculture models.
- To assess a novel therapeutic compound in an Alzheimer's disease model using the device.
Main Methods:
- Fabrication of a novel microfluidic device using xurography.
- Primary neuron and SH-SY5Y cell culture within microchannels.
- Coculture of neurons and astrocytes.
- Testing of a multitargeted compound (TDSB) in an Alzheimer's disease model.
Main Results:
- Successful formation of neurospheres and single neurons at varying densities.
- Demonstrated differentiation of SH-SY5Y cells within the device.
- Validated coculture capabilities with neurons and astrocytes.
- Showed TDSB reduces reactive oxygen species (ROS) and inhibits Aβ-Cu(II) induced cytotoxicity.
Conclusions:
- The microfluidic device is a versatile platform for neuronal culture and coculture.
- It serves as a valuable tool for neurodegenerative disease modeling.
- The device facilitates screening of potential neurotherapeutic interventions.
