Microelectrode array (MEA) platform for targeted neuronal transfection and recording

IEEE Trans Biomed Eng. 2008 Feb;55(2 Pt 2):827-32. doi: 10.1109/TBME.2007.914403.

Abstract

Techniques used for nonviral gene transfection often have poor spatial resolution. In this letter, we present a microelectrode array (MEA) system that can precisely transfect exogenous molecules into targeted primary neurons using microelectroporation. An optimal cathodic pulse 4 V in amplitude and 1 ms in duration resulted in a transfection efficiency of 56% and a viability of 82%. Finally, siRNA molecules were transfected into targeted neurons in culture using the aforementioned system.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Cell Culture Techniques
  • Electroporation
  • Genetic Therapy / methods
  • Microelectrodes*
  • Neurons / physiology*
  • Protein Array Analysis
  • RNA, Small Interfering
  • Rats
  • Rats, Sprague-Dawley
  • Transfection*

Substances

  • RNA, Small Interfering