Methods for neural conversion of human embryonic stem cells
US10260041B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 30, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N2506/45
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates generally to the field of cell biology of stem cells, more specifically the directed differentiation of pluripotent or multipotent stem cells, including human embryonic stem cells (hESC), somatic stem cells, and induced human pluripotent stem cells (hiPSC) using novel culture conditions. Specifically, methods are provided for obtaining neural tissue, floor plate cells, and placode including induction of neural plate development in hESCs for obtaining midbrain dopamine (DA) neurons, motorneurons, and sensory neurons. Further, neural plate tissue obtained using methods of the present inventions are contemplated for use in co-cultures with other tissues as inducers for shifting differentiation pathways, i.e. patterning.
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