Partner: M. Brun-Cosme-Bruny


Recent publications
1.Brun-Cosme-Bruny M., Pernet L., Błoński S., Zaremba D., Fraboulet S., Dolega M.E., Microfluidic system for in vitro epithelial folding and calcium waves induction, STAR Protocols, ISSN: 2666-1667, DOI: 10.1016/j.xpro.2022.101683, Vol.3, No.4, pp.101683-101683, 2022
Abstract:

Epithelial folding is a fundamental process where initially flat monolayers transform into functional 3D structures. This protocol details fabrication steps for a polycarbonate microfluidic platform which enables triggering epithelial folds that recapitulate stereotypical cell shape changes and folding-associated mechanical stresses. We describe the steps for cell seeding to form a monolayer on the chip, and subsequent approach to trigger calcium waves in the epithelial monolayer through local epithelial deformation. Lastly, we outline quantitative analysis steps of the epithelial response.

Affiliations:
Brun-Cosme-Bruny M.-other affiliation
Pernet L.-other affiliation
Błoński S.-IPPT PAN
Zaremba D.-IPPT PAN
Fraboulet S.-other affiliation
Dolega M.E.-Université Grenoble Alpes (FR)