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Could an Ingenious Chip End Animal Testing?

Each year, over 100 million animals suffer and die in laboratories around the world, primarily for testing purposes ranging from cosmetics and food to pharmaceuticals. Beyond the ethical concerns, this traditional method of testing often falls short in providing accurate insights into human biology. However, recent advancements in bioengineering are opening the door to a revolutionary alternative: the "organ on a chip."

The Technology Behind Organ on a Chip

Organ on a chip devices are tiny, transparent bioengineered systems designed to replicate the key functions of human organs. These microdevices are lined with living human tissue specific to the organ being studied—be it the lungs, heart, kidneys, or liver.