Fabrication and Characterization of Magnetic Microrobots for Three-Dimensional Cell Culture and Targeted Transportation
Abstract
Magnetically manipulated microrobots are demonstrated for targeted cell transportation. Full three-dimensional (3D) porous structures are fabricated with an SU-8 photoresist using a 3D laser lithography system. Nickel and titanium are deposited as a magnetic material and biocompatible material, respectively. The fabricated microrobots are controlled in the fluid by external magnetic fields. Human embryonic kidney 239 (HEK 239) cells are cultivated in the microrobot to show the possibility for targeted cell transportation. Show more
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https://doi.org/10.3929/ethz-b-000074489Publication status
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Advanced MaterialsVolume
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Wiley-VCHSubject
Microrobots; Magnetic manipulation; Three-dimensional cell culture; Targeted cell transportationOrganisational unit
03627 - Nelson, Bradley J. / Nelson, Bradley J.
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Received 3 April 2013, Revised 28 May 2013, Published online 17 July 2013.More
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