Isolation and Characterisation of Mesenchymal Stromal Cells from the Human Testis

By Cassidy Race

EMS300 Student Conference 2026

Slide 1: Isolation and. A full description follows.

Summary

The presentation details the isolation and characterisation of mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) from human testis, focusing on their potential due to childhood chemotherapy exposure and impaired spermatogenesis. Key aims include isolating MSCs from both sheep and human foetal testis. The methodology covers MSC isolation and characterisation, with results showcasing cell morphology and differentiation capabilities (chondrogenic, adipogenic, and osteogenic). The discussion addresses the identification of these cells as MSCs, supported by surface marker expression. Acknowledgements are given to contributors, and references are provided for further reading.