Generation of Neural Stem Cells from Discarded Human Fetal Cortical Tissue
Title:
Generation of Neural Stem Cells from Discarded Human Fetal Cortical Tissue
Author:
Lu, Jie
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Publication Information:
Cambridge, MA MyJoVE Corp 2016
Physical Description:
online resource (449 seconds)
Series:
Neuroscience
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Abstract:
A simple and reliable method on isolation and culture of neural stem cells from discarded human fetal cortical tissue is described. Cultures derived from known human neurological disorders can be used for characterization of pathological cellular and molecular processes, as well as provide a platform to assess pharmacological efficacy.
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Electronic Access:
https://www.jove.com/t/2681