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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Feb. 27, 2018
Filed:
Mar. 14, 2012
Collin J. Weber, Atlanta, GA (US);
Susan A. Safley, Decatur, GA (US);
Kereen S. Gordon, Alpharetta, GA (US);
Nicholas E. Simpson, Alachua, FL (US);
Collin J. Weber, Atlanta, GA (US);
Susan A. Safley, Decatur, GA (US);
Kereen S. Gordon, Alpharetta, GA (US);
Nicholas E. Simpson, Alachua, FL (US);
EMORY UNIVERSITY, Atlanta, GA (US);
Abstract
This disclosure relates to compositions and methods for encapsulating biomaterials such as cells to prevent immune responses. In certain embodiments, the disclosure relates to capsules comprising a cell or cells gelled in alginate coated with a layer that prevents migration of immune molecules to the cell surface and an outer capsule layer comprising non-immunogenic material optionally containing immunosuppressive agents. In certain embodiments, the cells are capable of generating insulin that emanates from the capsule.