The Smart MCs P2 Microcarriers are a xeno-free and dissolvable biopolymer platform, optimised for high-density cell culture in bioreactors. This advanced system addresses the critical challenge of efficient, scalable cell expansion for cultivated meat production by providing a highly versatile and easily harvested substrate. The primary benefit is the significant enhancement of cell yield and recovery, streamlining the transition from research to commercial scale.
The core material is a proprietary xeno-free biopolymer, offering superior biocompatibility and a non-enzymatic, dissolvable harvest. A key feature is the tuneable stiffness, which can be customised from 3 kPa to 100 kPa, ensuring the microcarriers are perfectly compatible with the specific mechanical requirements of diverse cell lines.
These microcarriers have been validated across a broad spectrum of cell types, including mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), myoblasts, and fibroblasts, all crucial for cultivated meat applications. The system supports high cell expansion capacity, with proven performance in large-scale bioreactor environments, demonstrating robust and reproducible cell growth.
The P2 Microcarriers are supplied as Therapeutic Grade products, suitable for high-value applications, though they are currently not available as a food-grade option. Their tuneable properties and dissolvable nature make them commercial-ready, supporting seamless scalability from R&D to pilot and full-scale production systems.