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  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Gastroenterology
  • Microfluidics

Background:

  • The human gut plays a critical role in digestion, absorption, and systemic organ function.
  • Organ-on-a-chip (OoC) technology, particularly gut-on-a-chip (GOC), offers advanced in vitro models for studying gut physiology and disease.
  • Existing reviews often overlook the technical challenges and solutions in GOC development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive review of gut-on-a-chip (GOC) technology.
  • To detail the engineering approaches, fundamental components, and applications of GOC models.
  • To address the limitations and propose solutions for the advancement of GOC technology.

Main Methods:

  • Review of physiological aspects of the human gut.
  • Analysis of engineering methodologies for GOC fabrication.
  • Examination of cell types, stimuli, and microbiota integration in GOC models.
  • Discussion of current GOC applications and future prospects.

Main Results:

  • Detailed overview of GOC model fundamentals, including materials, fabrication, cell sources, and environmental stimuli.
  • Exploration of GOC applications in pathology and pharmacology research.
  • Identification of key challenges hindering GOC technology development and implementation.
  • Discussion of potential solutions and future directions for GOC models.

Conclusions:

  • GOC technology presents a promising platform for in vitro human gut modeling, advancing research beyond traditional animal models.
  • Addressing current engineering and biological challenges is crucial for unlocking the full potential of GOC for disease modeling and drug discovery.
  • Further development of GOC technology will enhance our understanding of gut function and its impact on overall health.