Data from: Adipose tissue explant culture using PDMS flow chambers: an alternative to static explant culture

As obesity continues to rise, it is important we can effectively study
adipose tissue. However, adipose tissue is notoriously difficult to
culture ex vivo due to fragility, bouyancy, and high nutrient demant. To
address these challenges, we developed a novel approach using
polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) flow chambers attached to a micro peristaltic
pump for culture of primary adipose tissue explants. Our results
demonstrate that adipose tissue remains viable and functional in flow
chambers, therefore providing an alternative to static explant culture in
a dish.