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Renewable Supply
Banked progenitor cells support scalable studies without repeated primary tissue isolation.
What Are NSC-Derived Cells?
Neural stem cell-derived cells: a more reliable CNS model
Neural stem cells are self-renewing, multipotent CNS progenitors capable of generating neurons, astrocytes, and oligodendrocytes. Under controlled differentiation, they provide scalable cell models with consistent phenotype, validated markers, and functional behaviour.
Controlled SourcePhysiological Relevance
Why NSC-derived cells
What makes them different?
A banked, characterized progenitor source reduces dependence on repeated primary tissue isolation while retaining a CNS-relevant phenotype.
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Reduced Variability
Defined differentiation and a controlled source improve consistency across experiments.
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Flexible CNS Assays
Models support 2D culture, neuron–glia co-culture, 3D integration, imaging, transcriptomics, and electrophysiology.
Research applications
What can you model with neuronal cells?
NSC-derived neuronal and glial cells support CNS workflows that depend on a consistent phenotype and scalable supply.
Our Collection
NSC-derived neuronal cells
The current collection contains cryopreserved neural-stem-cell-derived neuronal and glial models with matched culture support.
T5001 · Rat
Rat Neurons
Differentiated neuronal cells derived from rat neural stem cells. Post-thaw cultures form functional networks and express neuronal marker MAP2.
- Cat. No.
- T5001
- Unit
- 2×10⁶ cells / 1.0 mL
- Format
- Frozen
- Key marker
- MAP2⁺
T5005 · Rat
Rat Astrocytes
NSC-derived astrocytes with stellate morphology and GFAP expression for monoculture, co-culture, and 3D systems.
- Cat. No.
- T5005
- Unit
- 1×10⁶ cells / 1.0 mL
- Format
- Frozen
- Key marker
- GFAP⁺
Coming soon: Human NSC-derived neuronal models for donor- and disease-relevant CNS research.
Culture System
Validated media & surface coating system
Matched media and surface reagents support reliable post-thaw recovery, morphology, and functional maturation.
TM208 · iNeuraDiffX™ Medium Kit
Differentiation and maintenance medium for rat neurons, supporting maturation and network formation.
TM207 · iNeuraGroXpan™ Medium Kit
Neural stem cell expansion medium for thaw and propagation workflows.
TM062 · PLO + Laminin Coating
Surface coating supports neuronal adhesion and neurite extension.
TM078 · CryoGuard™
Serum-free cryopreservation medium designed to reduce freeze–thaw damage.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How do NSC-derived neurons differ from primary neurons?
They are produced from a controlled banked progenitor source, reducing lot variability and avoiding fresh tissue isolation for every experiment.
What culture support is required?
Neuronal models use defined media and appropriate PLO/Laminin surface coating; requirements vary by selected cell type.