The Inducible Pluripotent Stem Cells (iPSC) Core

Advancing Stem Cell Research With Tools and Resources

The MMRI iPSC Core is a state-of-the-art tissue culture facility with cutting-edge technologies and equipment, including CRISPR, to generate and evaluate human iPSC-derived cell cultures. In addition, we provide CRISPR technology to correct mutations or to create isogenic controls to elevate stem cell investigations. Finally, we can differentiate iPSCs to cardiomyocytes, gastrointestinal organoids, brain organoids, neural progenitor cells, and endothelial cells, to better assess and determine the role of various mutations in tissue-specific human diseases.

Services Provided

The iPSC Core provides various services, trainings and access to top-of-the-line equipment, including:

  • Multi Electrode Array (MEA)
  • Electroporation system
  • Dedicated cell culture room
  • Dedicated brightfield microscope

Core Members

Maria Kontaridis, Ph.D.
Core manager and executive director, Gordon K. Moe professor and chair of biomedical research and translational medicine and director of research

Contact

For questions and request of service inquiries, please contact Maria Kontaridis, Ph.D., at mkontaridis@mmri.edu or 315.624.7496.

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Fees and Scheduling

The imaging core is open to internal departments at MMRI and external organizations for use. Please contact Maria Kontaridis, Ph.D., at mkontaridis@mmri.edu to inquire about fees and scheduling.

iPSC Core Equipment

  • Multi Electrode Array (MEA)
  • Electroporation system
  • Dedicated cell culture room
  • Dedicated brightfield microscope

Chase Kessinger, Ph.D.

Chase Kessinger, Ph.D.