Gaseous and Volatile Compounds

Taking the CULTEX^® system as our platform, an exposure technology was developed enabling the testing of adherent growing cells, 3D cell constructs as well as bacteria with native gaseous and volatile compounds using air/liquid interface culture techniques. Unlike other exposure systems, this allows the reproducible testing of actual, environmentally-relevant gases without changing their physical and/or chemical properties. Customised systems for medium and gas support ensure the nutrification and direct gas contact of the exposed cells grown on microporous membranes. The system offers the added advantage of being independent of a cell culture incubator, creating the option of analysing any relevant gas or mixture directly under in- and outdoor conditions.

Similarly, volatile compounds can also be tested.