Researchers have developed a human intestinal cell model that closely mimics the structure and function of the human gut, enabling more precise prediction of drug-induced gastrointestinal toxicity ...

A cell model that replicates the structure and function of the human intestine has been developed, creating an evaluation platform capable of more accurately predicting adverse effects of new drugs.

SAN DIEGO, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VivoSim Labs, Inc. (Nasdaq: VIVS) (the “Company” or “VivoSim”) announced today that its NAMkind™ platform for intestinal efficacy prediction was recognized ...

Organ-on-a-chip maker Emulate has launched an upgraded offering for researchers studying inflammatory bowel disease with its tissue model that helps illustrate how immune cells are activated and ...

Intestinal fibrosis is a serious complication of Crohn's disease (CD) without any approved therapies for prevention or treatment, outside of surgical intervention. A study at the annual Digestive ...

During drug development, researchers need to perform adequate nonclinical testing to ensure a drug’s safety and efficacy before starting clinical trials. An important aspect they must evaluate is a ...

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a major global health concern, with an estimated 1.6 million cases in the US alone. While there are many treatments available, they are often ineffective and can ...

Thanks to lab-grown miniature intestines, researchers at Uppsala University have successfully mapped how aggressive Shigella bacteria infect the human gut. The study opens the door to using cultured ...