Defined culture conditions of human embryonic stem cells
US9101590B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 28, 2006 |
| Grant date | Aug 11, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 12, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K38/40
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to compositions and methods for culturing stem cells, particularly embryonic stem cells. Specifically, the invention relates to a culture medium that supports proliferation of substantially undifferentiated stem cells, while maintaining potency of the cells. An an embodiment, the culture medium is defined and supports proliferation of substantially undifferentiated embryonic stem cells in essentially serum free and feeder cell free conditions. Compositions for making the medium and methods using the culture medium are also provided.
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