Recent advancements in tissue engineering and organ-on-chip technology have led to the development of a novel microfluidic platform designed for the encapsulation and long-term culture of various types of cell aggregates with an emphasis on vascularization. This microfluidic chip represents a step forward in addressing...
The human gut is a complex ecosystem, filled with a myriad of chemical and physical stimuli. Intestinal epithelial cells, which line the gut, play a crucial role in sensing these stimuli and communicating with enteric neurons. These neurons are integral to coordinating various physiological processes...
In the ever-evolving field of microfluidics, the integration of innovative technologies continues to redefine the boundaries of what is achievable. One of the most recent breakthroughs, as detailed in a research article published in Nature Communications, unveils the successful navigation of ultrasound-activated microrobots within...
Skin, our body's largest organ, provides us with an intricate network of sensory nerve fibers, enabling the sensation of touch, temperature, and pain. The conversation between skin cells and nerves is a critical part of skin health and disease, making the development of reliable in...
Understanding the interactions among various cells and neighboring microenvironmental components in the skin is essential for research and development and industrial applications, but challenges have existed in reconstituting 3D structures of cutaneous innervation in vitro and developing analysis tools in a cell-type-specific manner. Researchers at...