Abstract Background Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) provide potential treatments for peritoneal fibrosis. However, MSCs cultured in media containing serum bring risks of infection and other problems. In this study, we compared the effect human serum-free medium (SF-MSCs) on fibrosis with that 10% fetal bovine (10%MSCs). Methods Peritoneal was induced by intraperitoneally injecting 0.1% chlorhexid...

A protein-free medium composed of charcoal-detoxified Tweens (polysorbates), vitamins B12 and B1, inorganic salts, and organic buffer is described that supports the growth and subculture of pathogenic and saprophytic Leptospira. Growth was initiated from small inocula, and cell densities of 10(9) organisms per ml were attained. Antigenicity and immunogenicity of Leptospira cultivated in this me...

Reorientation and migration of cultured bovine corneal epithelial cells (CECs) in an electric field were studied. Electric field application was designed to model the laterally directed, steady direct current electric fields which arise in an injured corneal epithelium. Single cells cultured in media containing 10% foetal bovine serum showed significant galvanotropism, reorienting to lie perpen...