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PELOAcademy | Engineering Cardiac Microtissues for Cell Replacement Therapy (Webinar | Online)
presented by Dr. Kurt Pfannkuche, Universität zu Köln Induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) can be differentiated into heart muscle cells in vitro and open up new possibilities for the development of therapies for myocardial infarction. However, the transplantation of pure cardiac muscle cells from iPSCs has the disadvantage that only a small proportion of the cells remain in the tissue. The transplantation of micro-tissues containing other cardiac cell types in addition to cardiac muscle cells appears more promising. The production of these microtissues under defined, serum-free culture conditions can be carried out on a laboratory scale using established methods. However, new approaches are required for the production of micro-tissues on…
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First Conference “Advancements in Animal-Free Research and Translational Medicine” in Munich (Konferenz | Gräfelfing)
Our conference „Advancements in Animal-Free Research and Translational Medicine“ will promote novel non-animal approaches that are essential for progress in translational medical research. The focus will be on the development and validation of serum substitutes, paving the way for ethical and scientifically sound alternatives. After an overview of the principles of cell culture and stem cells, presentations will be given on applications and hands-on experiences in the lab. Speakers will highlight the use of Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS), Serum Alternatives, and Serum-free Media with case studies of serum-free, xeno-free, and defined in vitro applications. Numerous innovative applications will be highlighted throughout the day. We will discuss the translational applicability and…