What are organoids
Organoids are an innovative three-dimensional cell culture system that holds tremendous potential for personalised medicine and ground breaking discovery research. They are simplified, miniature versions of organs that can be created in the lab. These special structures are made up of clusters of cells, including a unique group called stem cells. Stem cells have an amazing ability to renew themselves and transform into different types of cells found in specific organs. When these cell clusters arrange themselves in a three-dimensional pattern, they mimic the structure and some of the functions of actual tissues.
Organoids can be made from both healthy and diseased tissues, including different types of cancers. Once they are established, they can be grown and expanded continuously in a lab, giving researchers a renewable source to study. They also have the potential to be cryopreserved and stored, enabling future use in experiments and studies.
One of the most exciting things about organoids is their potential for personalised medicine. By growing organoids from a patient's own cells, we can explore new ways to tailor treatments to meet individual needs. This approach opens up unique opportunities to better understand cancer biology, enhance drug development, and develop more effective and targeted therapeutic interventions.
Within our research facility, we have assembled a team of experts specialising in organoid research. We are deeply committed to pushing the boundaries of this field, harnessing the unique properties of organoids to gain fresh insights and drive advancements in personalised medicine and research.
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