The use of single cell analysis methods has grown rapidly in the last two decades and has led to rapid discoveries in cell biology and beyond. Single cell analysis requires complex systems like tissues to be dissociated, separating individual cells from extracellular tissue materials. This requires manual processing of tissues and materials through chopping, pipetting, and suspension with enzymes for degradation of the structural elements of the tissue. Manual processing can be time consuming and lead to variability between scientists. Automating this process through motorized dissociation could thus improve reproducibility of research and reduce time of cell manipulation prior to analysis. Here, we have designed a low-cost, customizable automatic tissue dissociator device that can be easily assembled by research groups for individual use. Our device allows for customizable programmed dissociation protocols for ease of use and reproducibility between researchers and can be placed into heat or cold environments based on the protocol need. We have found this device comparable in cell viability and reproducibility to manual dissociation, while significantly reducing time spent and even enhancing cells extracted from more fibrous tissues. Broad dissemination and use of this device could enhance single cell analysis reproducibility and provide a time-saving alternative to the currently used manual dissociation protocols.
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