Mammalian cells are extensively used in cell biology studies, e.g. as a model system of human pathologies, or as a major source of very high-value biopharmaceuticals (that can be the cells itself or their products e.g. heterologous proteins). As such, it is highly pertinent to develop monitoring methods for mammalian cultivations capable of delivering detailed bioprocess information in a rapid and economic way....
Human mesenchymal stem/stromal cells (MSCs) have received considerable attention in the field of cell-based therapies due to their high differentiation potential and ability to modulate immune responses. However, since these cells can only be isolated in very low quantities, successful realization of these therapies requires MSCs ex-vivo expansion to achieve relevant cell doses. The metabolic activity is one of...