Manipulation of non-wetting droplets for cell culture

我们最近发现了一种创新的、跨学科的方法来操纵被称为“液体弹珠”的非湿润液滴，作为三维细胞培养的平台。本项目旨在阐明支撑该平台技术静电处理概念的基本物理原理。该项目预计将提供一个廉价但复杂的细胞培养平台，非常适合高通量药物筛选和为植入治疗准备细胞。预计该项目和开发的技术的应用将为制药行业、生命科学研究和医院的最终用户带来重大好处。

We have recently discovered an innovative and interdisciplinary approach for manipulating non-wetting droplets called “liquid marbles” as a platform for three-dimensional cell culture. This project aims to elucidate the fundamental physics underpinning the electrostatic handling concept of this platform technology. The project is expected to deliver an inexpensive but sophisticated cell culture platform that is well-suited for high-throughput drug screening and preparing cells for implantation therapy. Significant benefits for end users in pharmaceutical industry, life sciences research and hospitals are expected from the project and the application of the developed technology.