Organoid technology is an innovative field in biomedical research that involves the cultivation of three-dimensional, miniaturized, and functional organ-like structures in vitro, capable of self-organizing into complex tissue architectures that closely mimic the structure and function of real human organs. Over the last two decades, organoid technology is rapidly advancing, offering powerful tools for modeling human development and disease, for drug screening, and personalized and regenerative medicine.
Neural organoids represent a specific field of organoid research. Due to the significance of the nervous system, this area is a major focus of research, where scientific and medical aspects are closely examined alongside ethical considerations and the sensitivities of all potentially involved stakeholders. As this technology advances, it raises important issues about the nature of consciousness, the moral status of organoids, and the implications for future research and therapies.
This Research Topic aims to highlight recent advancements, innovative methodologies, and applications of organoid technology across various fields, as well as the ethical and social challenges raised by organoids. We welcome original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and insightful perspectives that contribute to the understanding and application of neural organoids in neuroscience and beyond.
Submissions can cover, but are not limited to, the following topics:
· Organoid development for disease modeling.
· Organoids in personalized medicine.
· Organoids in drug screening.
· Technological improvements to enhance organoid complexity and functionality.
· Applications of organoids in developmental biology.
· Organoids in regenerative medicine.
· Organoids in transplantation.
· Organoid intelligence.
· Ethics and societal acceptance of organoids.
· Consciousness in organoids
· Informed consents for donors
· Patents and economic aspects
Keywords:
Neural Organoids, Stem Cells, Brain Development, Disease Modeling, Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Organoid Technology
Important Note:
All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.
Organoid technology is an innovative field in biomedical research that involves the cultivation of three-dimensional, miniaturized, and functional organ-like structures in vitro, capable of self-organizing into complex tissue architectures that closely mimic the structure and function of real human organs. Over the last two decades, organoid technology is rapidly advancing, offering powerful tools for modeling human development and disease, for drug screening, and personalized and regenerative medicine.
Neural organoids represent a specific field of organoid research. Due to the significance of the nervous system, this area is a major focus of research, where scientific and medical aspects are closely examined alongside ethical considerations and the sensitivities of all potentially involved stakeholders. As this technology advances, it raises important issues about the nature of consciousness, the moral status of organoids, and the implications for future research and therapies.
This Research Topic aims to highlight recent advancements, innovative methodologies, and applications of organoid technology across various fields, as well as the ethical and social challenges raised by organoids. We welcome original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and insightful perspectives that contribute to the understanding and application of neural organoids in neuroscience and beyond.
Submissions can cover, but are not limited to, the following topics:
· Organoid development for disease modeling.
· Organoids in personalized medicine.
· Organoids in drug screening.
· Technological improvements to enhance organoid complexity and functionality.
· Applications of organoids in developmental biology.
· Organoids in regenerative medicine.
· Organoids in transplantation.
· Organoid intelligence.
· Ethics and societal acceptance of organoids.
· Consciousness in organoids
· Informed consents for donors
· Patents and economic aspects
Keywords:
Neural Organoids, Stem Cells, Brain Development, Disease Modeling, Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Organoid Technology
Important Note:
All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.