Container for germ layer formation and method of forming germ layer
US7648833B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 25, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jan 19, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 19, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N2533/30
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention relates to a vessel for embryoid formation used for forming embryoid bodies from ES cells easily without complicated technique, and to a method for forming embryoid bodies easily and efficiently using the vessel. The method includes the steps of (A) providing a vessel for embryoid formation having a coating layer formed from a compound having a particular PC-like group on a vessel surface defining a region for floating culture of ES cells, and (B) floating culturing ES cells in the vessel to form embryoid bodies.
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