Growth of E18 Rat Hippocampal Neuronal Cells on Nanostructured Surfaces for Enhanced Electrical Stimulation and Recording
We have prepared gold nanowire arrays inside nanoporous alumina templates with the goal towards neuronal interfacing and electrical recording from neurons. We have investigated biofunctionaliza-tion of such gold nanowire arrays (GNWs) and gold nanofilm (GNF) platforms to understand
its impact on neuronal attachment and growth. Poly-D-Lysine (PDL) was coated on the nano-templates surfaces for adhesion of neurons which also enhanced the neuronal growth. Optical microscopy and scanning electron microscopy images revealed strong affinity and improved growth of neurons on
PDL-coated surfaces. Such results will impact future investigation of stimulation and recording of electrical activity on nanoscale surfaces.
Document Type: Research Article
Publication date: 01 March 2012
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