Can anyone share a protocol for transiently transfecting non-activated or non-adherent THP-1 cells?

Neal Edward Beeman @Neal-Beeman

13 August 2023 0 7K Report

Hello everyone and I hope I find someone who has done this.

Has anyone transfected THP-1 cells in suspension culture?

If so, I would love a protocol.

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