We introduced mechanical stimuli and micro patterned substrate with micro fibers to investigate the effects of those on neurite outgrowth along with nerve growth factor (NGF) in vitro. Micro fiber substrates were fabricated using an electros pinning p...
We introduced mechanical stimuli and micro patterned substrate with micro fibers to investigate the effects of those on neurite outgrowth along with nerve growth factor (NGF) in vitro. Micro fiber substrates were fabricated using an electros pinning process. And PC-12 cells cultured on substrates were simulated with newer growth factor and laminar flow shear stress in a fluid flow system. The results suggest that micro fiber substrates and fluid-induced shear stress are promising for simulating neuronal regeneration in a desired direction.