Affiliation:
1. Department of Biomedical Engineering, Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
Abstract
Organ-on-chip (OOC) technology has gained importance for biomedical studies and drug development. This technology involves microfluidic devices that mimic the structure and function of specific human organs or tissues. OOCs are a promising alternative to traditional cell-based models and animals, as they provide a more representative experimental model of human physiology. By creating a microenvironment that closely resembles in vivo conditions, OOC platforms enable the study of intricate interactions between different cells as well as a better understanding of the underlying mechanisms pertaining to diseases. OOCs can be integrated with other technologies, such as sensors and imaging systems to monitor real-time responses and gather extensive data on tissue behavior. Despite these advances, OOCs for many organs are in their initial stages of development, with several challenges yet to be overcome. These include improving the complexity and maturity of these cellular models, enhancing their reproducibility, standardization, and scaling them up for high-throughput uses. Nonetheless, OOCs hold great promise in advancing biomedical research, drug discovery, and personalized medicine, benefiting human health and well-being. Here, we review several recent OOCs that attempt to overcome some of these challenges. These OOCs with unique applications can be engineered to model organ systems such as the stomach, cornea, blood vessels, and mouth, allowing for analyses and investigations under more realistic conditions. With this, these models can lead to the discovery of potential therapeutic interventions. In this review, we express the significance of the relationship between mucosal tissues and vasculature in organ-on-chip (OOC) systems. This interconnection mirrors the intricate physiological interactions observed in the human body, making it crucial for achieving accurate and meaningful representations of biological processes within OOC models. Vasculature delivers essential nutrients and oxygen to mucosal tissues, ensuring their proper function and survival. This exchange is critical for maintaining the health and integrity of mucosal barriers. This review will discuss the OOCs used to represent the mucosal architecture and vasculature, and it can encourage us to think of ways in which the integration of both can better mimic the complexities of biological systems and gain deeper insights into various physiological and pathological processes. This will help to facilitate the development of more accurate predictive models, which are invaluable for advancing our understanding of disease mechanisms and developing novel therapeutic interventions.
Funder
National Science Foundation
National Institutes of Health
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