SCHEEPDOG: Programming Electric Cues to Dynamically Herd Large-Scale Cell Migration.

Cell Systems
T. J. ZajdelDaniel J. Cohen

Abstract

Directed cell migration is critical across biological processes spanning healing to cancer invasion, yet no existing tools allow real-time interactive guidance over such migration. We present a new bioreactor that harnesses electrotaxis-directed cell migration along electric field gradients-by integrating four independent electrodes under computer control to dynamically program electric field patterns, and hence steer cell migration. Using this platform, we programmed and characterized multiple precise, two-dimensional collective migration maneuvers in renal epithelia and primary skin keratinocyte ensembles. First, we demonstrated on-demand, 90-degree collective turning. Next, we developed a universal electrical stimulation scheme capable of programming arbitrary 2D migration maneuvers such as precise angular turns and migration in a complete circle. Our stimulation scheme proves that cells effectively time-average electric field cues, helping to elucidate the transduction timescales in electrotaxis. Together, this work represents an enabling platform for controlling cell migration with broad utility across many cell types.

Citations

Oct 1, 2020·Advanced Healthcare Materials·Amy Gelmi, Carolyn E Schutt
May 13, 2021·Stem Cell Reports·Ananya GuptaKatharina F Sonnen
Jun 29, 2021·IScience·Ting-Xin JiangCheng-Ming Chuong
Jul 16, 2021·Biosensors & Bioelectronics·Tom J ZajdelDaniel J Cohen
Jul 18, 2021·Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America·Gawoon ShimDaniel J Cohen

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