Low-cost, Controllable Hypoxia Chamber for Exploring Stem Cell Behavior

Low-cost, Controllable Hypoxia Chamber for Exploring Stem Cell Behavior

A crucial component to conducting stem cell research is maintaining a low-oxygen, or hypoxic, growing environment. Current commercial hypoxia chambers are expensive. The objective of this project is to develop a functional, simple and low-cost hypoxia chamber for stem cell research, and publish the proven design for others to use.

Team Members

Andrew Hartman, Computer Engineering
Alexandra Morrison, Electrical Engineering
Isabell Strawn, Electrical Engineering
Colin Marchus, Biological Engineering
Jacob Knudson, Biological Engineering

Client/Sponsor

Nathan Schiele, U of I Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering

Faculty Advisor

Dev Shrestha, U of I Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering