Induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) have given scientists easier access to many cell types, including macrophages. iPSC-macrophage differentiation methods have significantly improved over the last decade. Researchers developed both embryoid body-based spontaneous and growth factor-assisted protocols. In particular, the adoption of serum-free media has proven effective in paving the way for scalable and clinically applicable macrophage generation.
Download this infographic to learn how scientists developed cost-effective and scalable methods for differentiating macrophages from iPSCs.