About this Abstract |
Meeting |
2025 Annual International Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (SFF Symp 2025)
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Symposium
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2025 Annual International Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (SFF Symp 2025)
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Presentation Title |
Development of a PDMS Tissue Chip and Media Circulation System for Xiphophorus Biomedical Research Using Additive Manufacturing |
Author(s) |
Md Sakif Uddin Khan, Swarnali Deb Bristi, Pratik Paudel, Noah Richardson, Junior Segura-Ontiveros, Kira Smith, Yuan Lu, Bahram Asiabanpour |
On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Md Sakif Uddin Khan |
Abstract Scope |
Xiphophorus fish are a critical model for studying cancer resilience and disease progression, but traditional research methods pose ethical and practical challenges. A cost-effective tissue chip system with integrated media circulation was developed to support Xiphophorus cell and tissue culture. Microfluidic channel molds were designed and fabricated using additive manufacturing, and the chip was cast from polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS). A miniature pump was incorporated to provide continuous, adjustable media flow. Components were selected for ease of integration and scalability. Testing demonstrated stable circulation and reliable operation over extended periods. This platform offers an affordable, scalable alternative to traditional in vitro models, advancing disease research and therapeutic development while reducing dependence on live animal studies. |
Proceedings Inclusion? |
Planned: Post-meeting proceedings |