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Conical devices for three-dimensional aggregate(s) of eukaryotic cells

US10072241B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 12, 2014
Grant dateSep 11, 2018
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Expiry dateNov 17, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N2533/30
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Inventive concepts relate generally to the field of cell culture, and more particularly to formation of three-dimensional aggregate(s) of eukaryotic cells. Cell culture vessels including a conical device having an inner surface being hydrophobic; and a frustum defining an open viewing aperture and a narrow end of the conical device are described. Ceil culture vessel arrays, assemblies and kits are described, as well as methods of making and using the devices.

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