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Microphysiology is the study of interaction of cells, tissues and organs and related biological processes. This involves understanding how laboratory scale physiological systems such as organ-on-a-chip or human-on-a-chip works and how they respond to various stimulus such as drugs, chemicals, bioagents and environmental factors.

Microphysiology involves principles of biology, physiology, engineering and material sciences to investigate how lab made micro physiological systems behaves in laboratory environment. This involves the use of organ-on-a-chip technology which allows the researchers to replicate the functioning of human organs or tissues on a small scale. Microphysiology is used to study disease mechanism, testing efficacy and toxicity of drugs and enable personalized medicine by simulating real life biological environments.

In summary, microphysiology is a multidisciplinary area focused on understanding physiological processes in a controlled, often miniature environment to advance scientific knowledge and medical applications.


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