Project Overview

To investigate the effects of thickness, UV radiation exposure, and RGD adhesion molecules on the viability and testosterone production of human prostate cancer cells embedded within polyethylene glycol diacrylate hydrogel. The overall goal of this project is to design an encapsulation system that offers efficient immunoprotection and effective diffusion of oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and metabolic wastes. Conceptually, the stated encapsulation system, along with embedded human prostate cancer cells, will enable the restoration of un-regulated testosterone levels commonly observed in elders, and retard the symptoms of aging.

Files

• Outreach Presentation (March 7, 2007)
• Mid-semester Presentation (March 8, 2007)
• Outreach Report (April 26, 2007)
• Final Presentation (May 4, 2007)
• Final Paper (May 9, 2007)

Contact Information

Team Members

• Eric Lee - Team Leader
• Jacqueline Wong - Co-Communicator
• Miguel Benson - Co-Communicator
• John Harrison - BSAC
• Albert Kwansa - BWIG

Advisor and Client

• Prof. William Murphy - Advisor
• Dr. Craig Atwood - Client

Related Projects

• Spring 2007: Microencapsulation of tissues and cells for treatment of hormone-related diseases.
• Fall 2006: Microencapsulation of tissues and cells for treatment of hormone-related diseases
• Spring 2006: Microencapsulation of Leydig Cells
• Fall 2005: Microencapsulation of tissues and cells for treatment of hormone-related diseases