Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) is the predominant material used for organ-on-a-chip devices
and microphysiological systems (MPSs) due to its ease-of-use, elasticity, optical …

The human intestinal microbiome substantially affects human health and resistance to
infections in its dynamic composition and varying release of microbial-derived metabolites …

The diverse bacterial populations that comprise the commensal microbiome of the human
intestine play a central role in health and disease. A method that sustains complex microbial …

The gut microbiota appears to play a central role in health, and alterations in the gut
microbiota are observed in both forms of inflammatory bowel disease [IBD], namely Crohn's …

The understanding of human rights concepts and laws has developed dramatically. Human
rights concepts have shaped the moral, ethical, legal, political, and religious realities of …

Gut microbiota (GM), the microorganisms in the gastrointestinal tract, contribute to the
regulation of brain homeostasis through bidirectional communication between the gut and …

The pivotal role of microfluidic technology in life science and biomedical research is now
widely recognized. Indeed, microfluidics as a research tool is unparalleled in terms of its …

In recent years, organs-on-chips (OOCs) have been developed to meet the desire for more
realistic in vitro cell culture models. These systems introduce microfluidics, mechanical …

Synergic efforts in microfabrication processes, cells culture and tissue engineering promoted
extraordinary progress in Organ-on-Chip (OoC) technology, leading to the development of in …

The ever greater understanding of the composition and function of the gut microbiome has
provided new opportunities with respect to understanding and treating human disease …