| abstract |
Provided are methods of generating a metabolically mature human cell selected from the group consisting of a cardiomyocyte, a pancreatic beta cell, and a neuronal cell, using an effective concentration of a conjugated fatty acid and optionally a non- conjugated fatty acid selected from the group consisting of: a monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acid, palmitic acid, linoleic acid (LA) and a short chain fatty acid. Also provided are isolated populations of metabolically mature human cells, and methods and kits using same for selecting a compound for toxicity to the cells. |