Editing Embryoid body (section)

{{short description|Three-dimensional aggregate of pluripotent stem cells}}
[[File:MESC EBs.jpg|thumb|alt=text|Phase image of EBs in suspension culture. Individual EBs are composed of approximately 1000 mESCs]]
[[File:The-L-type-Ca2+-Channels-Blocker-Nifedipine-Represses-Mesodermal-Fate-Determination-in-Murine-pone.0053407.s007.ogv|thumb|An embryoid body whose cells differentiated into [[enhanced green fluorescence protein]]-expressing spontaneously beating [[cardiomyocytes]].]]

'''Embryoid bodies''' ('''EBs''') are three-dimensional aggregates formed by pluripotent [[stem cells]]. These include embryonic stem cells (ESC) and induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC)

EBs are differentiation of human embryonic stem cells into embryoid bodies comprising the three embryonic germ layers. They mimic the characteristics seen in early-stage embryos. They are often used as a model system to conduct research on various aspects of developmental biology. They can also contribute to research focused on tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.