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Review
. 2024 Jun 29;9(28):30087-30096.
doi: 10.1021/acsomega.4c03683. eCollection 2024 Jul 16.

A Decade of Organoid Research: Progress and Challenges in the Field of Organoid Technology

Basheer Ahammed  1 , Suresh K Kalangi  2   3
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Review

A Decade of Organoid Research: Progress and Challenges in the Field of Organoid Technology

Basheer Ahammed et al. ACS Omega. .

Abstract

Organoid technology, revolutionizing biomedical research, offers a transformative approach to studying human developmental biology, disease pathology, and drug discovery. Originating from the pioneering work of Henry Van Peters Wilson in 1907 and evolving through subsequent breakthroughs, organoids are three-dimensional structures derived from stem cells or tissue explants that mimic the architecture and function of organs in vitro. With the ability to model various organs such as intestine, liver, brain, kidney, and more, organoids provide unprecedented insights into organ development, disease mechanisms, and drug responses. This review highlights the historical context, generation methods, applications, and challenges of organoid technology. Furthermore, it discusses recent advancements, including strategies to address hypoxia-induced cell death and enhance vascularization within organoids, aiming to refine their physiological relevance and unlock their full potential in personalized medicine and organ transplantation.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors declare no competing financial interest.

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Road map of organoid development.
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Characteristics of spheroids vs organoids.
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