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RAFT
(Real Architecture for 3D Tissue)
is a new 3D tissue modelling system to enable
scientists to create complex 3D tissue models
from collagen, in a convenient, simple-to-use
format. |
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Developed by TAP in collaboration
with leading tissue engineering academics,
RAFT combines
a novel patented process with a workstation
and a range of consumables for making multi-cellular
3D tissue constructs rapidly, simply and
reproducibly. |
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Using
the RAFT
3D tissue modelling system,
it takes less
than one hour to
create a strong 3D tissue
construct with a high
concentration of cells
and collagen. |
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To learn
more, view the
RAFT process animation
which provides
a simulation of the process
- from experiment preparation,
set up and incubation,
through to the creation
of the final construct. |
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View
the RAFT 3D tissue modelling
system process animation |
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automates: |
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- Rapidly produces 3D tissue constructs
(less than 1
hour)
- Uses collagen (the major component
of extracellular matrix) - the ideal
material for forming 3D tissues
- Enables up to 24 tissue constructs
to be produced simultaneously
- Offers a choice of consumable formats
– tissues can be made in standard
wells or permeable membrane inserts
for barrier assays or culture at an
air/liquid interface
- Supports complex cell co-culture,
the tissue surface can be embossed with
topology to mimic cells’ microenvironment,
and then a different cell type cultured
on the tissue surface
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3D tissue modelling system offers: |
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- Creates a more realistic, ‘natural
environment’ for scientists to
study complex cell behaviour
- Allows scientists to work with a wide
range of complex 3D tissue models
- Enables production of consistent,
reproducible 3D tissue models using
simple equipment
- Makes efficient use of scarce primary
cells and maintains differentiated phenotype
- Improves lab productivity, with minimal
time needed to produce multiple tissues
for multiple experiments
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RAFT
enables production of standardised,
defined 3D culture conditions, in
simple-to-use format. |
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- Compound screening
- Cell Biology
- Safety pharmacology
- Tissue engineering
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For
more information on RAFT: |
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Get more
detail on 3D
tissue modelling system - key applications
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Discuss
your requirements with Ian
Ransome, Sales Director |
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