Macromolecular cell surface engineering for accelerated and reversible cellular aggregation

Chem Commun (Camb). 2015 Dec 25;51(99):17556-9. doi: 10.1039/c5cc07001e.

Abstract

We report the synthesis of two simple copolymers that induce rapid cell aggregation within minutes in a fully reversible manner. The polymers can act as self-supporting "cellular glues" or as "drivers" of 3D cell spheroids/aggregates formation at minute concentrations.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Cell Adhesion*
  • Macromolecular Substances / chemistry*
  • Polymers / chemistry

Substances

  • Macromolecular Substances
  • Polymers