The remarkable advancements in organoid technology, initially developed to model human tissues, are transcending species boundaries and ushering in a new era of veterinary and animal research. This article delves into the expanding realm of organoids in veterinary and animal…

The emergence of organoid technology has opened new frontiers in biomedical research, offering unprecedented insights into human development, disease modeling, and drug testing. However, with these exciting advancements come complex ethical and legal considerations that must be carefully navigated (1,2,3,4).…

The human gastrointestinal system is a complex and vital component of overall health, playing a crucial role in digestion, nutrient absorption, and immune response. Recent research in biotechnology has led to the development of innovative tools for studying the gut’s…

The convergence of two cutting-edge fields, organoid technology, and artificial intelligence (AI), has ignited a new era of scientific exploration with the potential to revolutionize biomedical research and drug discovery. The article provides a summary of how, by synergizing the…

Cell culture has a wide range of applications across various fields of research and the medical industry. This article summarizes some key applications of cell culture (1,2,3): 1. Basic research: Cell culture is extensively used in basic research to study…

Cell cultures cannot be grown indefinitely due to the ever-increasing number of cells in a confined area, consumption of nutrients, and increase in toxic metabolites which eventually result in cell death. In cell culture, the growth of cells typically occurs…

Tissue engineering and 3D bioprinting are distinct but related fields sharing the common goal of creating functional and living tissues. This article differentiates how tissue engineering and 3D bioprinting are different from each other: Definition Tissue Engineering: Tissue engineering is…

Organoids and bioprinting Researchers have been able to create miniature, simplified versions of organs called organoids for various tissues, such as the liver, kidney, brain, and gut, providing valuable tools for studying organ development, disease modeling, and drug testing. Bioprinting…

Tissue engineering plays a significant role in cancer research by providing models to better understand cancer biology, develop new therapeutic strategies, and test potential treatments. Some key aspects that tissue engineering contributes to cancer research are: Cancer modeling Tissue engineering…