organ-on-chip

An organ-on-chip is a small device that mimics the functions of human organs using tiny, engineered environments. It contains living cells arranged to replicate organ tissue, connected through microfluidic channels that simulate blood flow and other bodily functions. These devices allow scientists to study how organs respond to drugs, toxins, or diseases more accurately than traditional lab tests. By providing a more realistic model of human biology, organ-on-chip technology can improve drug development, reduce animal testing, and advance personalized medicine in a controlled, efficient way.