Stem Cell Products
PSC Media recommended for challenging workflows such as gene editing or single-cell sorting
What is StemFlex
Stem cells have 2 properties: self renewal and _________
What is Differentiate/differentiation
Of Polish descent, this Wisconsin resident trained with Jamie Thomson?
Who is Marian Piekarczyk
This Japanese researcher won the nobel prize in 2012 for his work in somatic cell reprogramming.
Who is Shinya Yamanaka
Canadian-based competitor - seller of PSC media and differentiation kits.
Who is Stem Cell Technologies (SCT)
Basal Membrane extract matrix - derived from mouse (murine) Engelbreth-Holm-Swarm (EHS) tumors.
What is Geltrex.
This term describes stem cells with the ability to give rise to all cell types of the embryo and extra-embryonic tissues.
What is totipotent.
King of Puns - FAS supporting 3D and advanced models.
Who is Edwin Golez.
These are the two types of stem cells based on their source—one derived from early embryos and the other from adult tissue.
What are ESCs (Embryonic stem cells) and iPSCs ( induced pluripotent stem cells).
Competitor medium that claims to maintain PH of media but the claimed “Optimal pH level ” doesn’t appear to have a benefit
on performance and may not be physiologically
relevant.
What is mTeSR Plus.
CTS offering for reprogramming human somatic cells.
What is CytoTune 2.1.
Adult stem cell used for therapies intended to reduce inflammation.
What are MSCs (Mesenchymal Stem Cells).
This Deep-voiced McGill Unversity Alum sleeps like a vampire.
Who is Omar Farah.
In 1998, this American scientist was the first to successfully isolate human embryonic stem cells.
Who is James Thomson.
A newer competitor medium from Miltenyi that is aggressively discounted to gain market share.
What is iPSC-Brew.
This version of B27 is commonly used during differentiation of PSCs into mesoderm.
What is B27 minus insulin.
This growth factor is unstable at 37 degrees but is needed for PSC to maintain their pluripotency - hence the reason why daily feeding was required with older media systems.
What is bFGF2 (basic Fibroblast Growth Factor).
This "brainiac" is related to the inventor of the Reebok pumps. Yes, the sneakers..
Who is Tom Forbes.
This type of stem cell is found in the umbilical cord and is commonly used in therapies for over a decade now.
What are HSCs/Bone Marrow Transplants.
The number of different fomulations tested during the development of StemFlex medium to ensure robust support for PSCs (Pluripotent Stem Cells).
What is >100. (More than 100).
At this spheroid diameter, CTS stemscale cultures are recommended for passaging.
What is 400 microns.
This type of damage accumulates in stem cells over time, leading to reduced regenerative capacity in aging tissues.
What are mutations/DNA Damage/Abnormalities.
Tom Forbes' middle name - shared by a famous 4th century Macedonian.
Who is Alexandar.
In 1981, Martin Evans isolated embryonic stem cells from this animal, revolutionizing genetic research.
What is the mouse.
Competitor medium for PSC suspension culture that requires the use of cell strainers.
What is TeSR 3D/TeSR-E8 3D.