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Monica Piergiovanni1, Ozlem Cangar2, Sofia B Leite1
1European Commission, Joint Research Centre (JRC), Ispra, Italy.
Stem Cell Reports
|September 15, 2021
Summary
The "Putting Science into Standards" workshop focused on organ-on-chip technologies. Experts identified needs and priorities for developing standards for this innovative field.
Area of Science:
- Biotechnology and Medical Devices
- Organ-on-a-Chip Technology Development
Background:
- The European Commission Joint Research Centre and European Standardization Organizations (CEN and CENELEC) convened a workshop on organ-on-chip (OOC) technologies.
- The workshop addressed the growing importance of OOCs in various scientific and industrial applications.
Framework:
- The primary goal was to identify critical needs and priorities for establishing robust standards in OOC technology.
- Discussion focused on the challenges and opportunities in developing a common framework for OOC development and validation.
Implementation:
- The workshop was held online on April 28-29, 2021, facilitating broad participation.
- Key stakeholders from research, industry, and standardization bodies engaged in identifying actionable steps.
Implications:
- The outcomes aim to guide future standardization efforts, promoting OOC technology advancement and adoption.
- Establishing clear standards is crucial for ensuring the reliability, reproducibility, and regulatory acceptance of organ-on-chip systems.
