An apparatus for encapsulating cells is disclosed. According to one
embodiment, the apparatus includes an indirect-pumping dispenser for
dispensing a cell suspension into an encapsulation solution through an
outlet of the dispenser. The apparatus also includes a dipping mechanism
that is attachable to the outlet of the dispenser. The dipping mechanism
is adapted to dip the dispenser outlet in the encapsulation solution to
allow the cell suspension dispensed thereat to come into contact with the
encapsulation solution.