Differentiation of hepatocyte-like cells from human pluripotent stem cells using small molecules.
Authors:Asumda FZ, Hatzistergos KE, Dykxhoorn DM, Jakubski S, Edwards J, Thomas E, Schiff ER
Journal:
PubMed ID:29626713
'A variety of approaches have been developed for the derivation of hepatocyte-like cells from pluripotent stem cells. Currently, most of these strategies employ step-wise differentiation approaches with recombinant growth-factors or small-molecule analogs to recapitulate developmental signaling pathways. Here, we tested the efficacy of a small-molecule based differentiation protocol for the ... More
The arrhythmogenic potential of nerve agents and a cardiac safety profile of antidotes - A proof-of-concept study using human induced pluripotent stem cells derived cardiomyocytes (hiPSC-CM).
Authors:Amend N, Thiermann H, Worek F, Wille T
Journal:Toxicol Lett
PubMed ID:30858091
The global use of organophosphorus compounds (OP) for pest control and nerve agents being used in military conflicts and for assassinations renders intoxications by these agents a public health concern. OP-poisoned patients often suffer from dysrhythmias which may ultimately result in death. In this study, human-induced pluripotent stem cells derived ... More
Modeling of early neural development in vitro by direct neurosphere formation culture of chimpanzee induced pluripotent stem cells.
Authors:Kitajima R, Nakai R, Imamura T, Kameda T, Kozuka D, Hirai H, Ito H, Imai H, Imamura M
Journal:Stem Cell Res
PubMed ID:32151953
Evolutionary developmental biology of our closest living relative, the chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes), is essential for understanding the origin of human traits. However, it is difficult to access developmental events in the chimpanzee in vivo because of technical and ethical restrictions. Induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) offer an alternative in vitro ... More