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Feeder-Independent Stem Cell Culture

Feeder-independent stem cell culture offers unparalleled opportunities for exploring the potential of stem cells in tissue engineering, disease modeling, and therapeutic applications. At Creative Biolabs, we take immense pride in presenting our cutting-edge feeder-independent stem cell culture protocol.

This comprehensive and meticulously designed protocol allows researchers to maintain and expand stem cell populations. And we are committed to enhancing experimental reproducibility and consistency and helping researchers unlock the true regenerative potential of stem cells.

Materials Required

  • Stem cell line. Select a well-characterized and validated stem cell line appropriate for the desired application.
  • Stem cell culture medium. Choose a specialized basal medium optimized for the stem cell type. Supplement the basal medium with growth factors, cytokines, and other necessary additives to support stem cell maintenance and self-renewal.
  • Extracellular matrix (ECM) coating. Select an ECM protein such as laminin or fibronectin, suitable for the stem cell type.
  • Trypsin-EDTA solution
  • Phosphate-buffered saline (PBS)

Procedure

Preparation of ECM-Coated Culture Vessels

Preparation of ECM-Coated Culture Vessels

Dilute the ECM protein to the desired concentration using sterile PBS. Add the diluted ECM solution to the culture vessels and incubate at 37°C for 1 hour to allow for proper coating. Remove any excess ECM solution and store the coated vessels at 4°C until further use.

Seeding and Expansion of Stem Cells

Seeding and Expansion of Stem Cells

Rinse the stem cell culture flask with sterile PBS to remove any residual medium. Detach the stem cells using a gentle trypsin-EDTA solution, and neutralize the trypsin with an appropriate medium containing serum or protein supplements. Count the cells using a hemocytometer or an automated cell counter to determine cell concentration. Seed the desired number of stem cells into the ECM-coated culture vessels with the appropriate culture medium.

Seeding and Expansion of Stem Cells

Feeder-Independent Stem Cell Culture

Place the culture vessels in a humidified incubator set at 37°C and 5% CO2. Change the culture medium every 24 to 48 hours, depending on the specific requirements of the stem cell line and its growth rate. Monitor the stem cell culture regularly under a microscope to assess cell morphology, proliferation, and overall health. Subculture the stem cells when they reach approximately 70-80% confluency to maintain an optimal growth environment.

Notes

  • Prior to initiating the feeder-independent culture, validate and authenticate the identity and purity of the stem cell line through appropriate techniques such as immunostaining or flow cytometry.
  • Customize the culture medium composition based on the stem cell type to promote specific lineage differentiation or to maintain pluripotency.
  • Over-confluent stem cell cultures may lead to spontaneous differentiation or compromised cellular functions. Passage the cells in a timely manner to maintain their stemness.
  • Cryopreserve early passages of the stem cell line for long-term storage to preserve its original characteristics and genetic stability.

With our protocol, researchers can embrace the forefront of stem cell research, unearthing the untapped potential of regenerative medicine. You can feel free to contact us for any special customization requirements.

References

  1. Sugii S, et al. Feeder-dependent and feeder-independent iPS cell derivation from human and mouse adipose stem cells. Nature protocols, 2011, 6(3): 346-358.
  2. Nishimura T, et al. Feeder‐independent canine induced pluripotent stem cells maintained under serum‐free conditions. Molecular reproduction and development, 2017, 84(4): 329-339.

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