3D Microenvironment

A 3D microenvironment is the physical and biological setting surrounding cells in three dimensions, similar to how tissues exist in the body. Unlike flat, two-dimensional cultures, 3D environments mimic natural conditions more accurately, providing cells with the right shape, support, and interactions. This includes the surrounding matrix, nearby cells, and chemical signals, all working together to influence cell behavior, growth, and function. Understanding 3D microenvironments is essential for advancing tissue engineering, cancer research, and drug development, as it offers more realistic models for studying how cells live and respond in the body.