Scalable Hydrogel Device for 3D Cell Culture ID: 2020-056

A novel hydrogel device designed to enhance three-dimensional cell culture efficiency and scalability.

Technology Overview

This technology introduces a scalable hydrogel device characterized by a unique structure that includes a closed outer and inner wall separated by a channel, with an upper compartment leading to recesses below. It is engineered to facilitate the aggregation of cells into 3D structures within biocompatible, ultra-low adherence compartments. The device is made by casting a flexible material into a solid, rigid positive mold to form a negative mold, which is then used to create the hydrogel device. This device is particularly suitable for high-output experiments and focused studies such as drug testing and growth kinetics.

Key Advantages

• Enhanced efficiency in changing cell media
• Scalability for both high-output experiments and focused studies
• Biocompatible material promotes cell aggregation without adherence to device walls
• No proprietary materials needed, simplifying manufacturing and adoption

Problems Addressed

• Limitations in scalability and efficiency of traditional 3D cell culture methods
• Challenges in maintaining cell viability and function due to adherence to culture apparatus

Market Applications

• Drug discovery and testing
• Cellular biology research, specifically in studying cell growth kinetics
• Manufacture and sale of molds for the device, offering new business opportunities
• Biomedical research requiring high-throughput 3D cell culture

Additional Information

Technology ID: 2020-056
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Date Published: 28 March, 2025