Biological Models of the Lower Human Airways-Challenges and Special Requirements of Human 3D Barrier Models for Biomedical Research

In our review, we want to summarize the current status of the development of airway models and their application in biomedical research. We start with the very well characterized models composed of cell lines and end with the use of organoids. An important aspect is the function of the mucus as a co...

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Published in:Pharmaceutics 2021-12, Vol.13 (12), p.2115
Main Authors: Wiese-Rischke, Cornelia, Murkar, Rasika S, Walles, Heike
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
cell line
complex barrier composition
Disease
Extracellular matrix
Fibroblasts
Influence
iPS cell
Microorganisms
Microscopy
organoids
primary airway cells
Review
Skin
tissue engineering
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Summary:In our review, we want to summarize the current status of the development of airway models and their application in biomedical research. We start with the very well characterized models composed of cell lines and end with the use of organoids. An important aspect is the function of the mucus as a component of the barrier, especially for infection research. Finally, we will explain the need for a nondestructive characterization of the barrier models using TEER measurements and live cell imaging. Here, organ-on-a-chip technology offers a great opportunity for the culture of complex airway models.
ISSN:1999-4923
1999-4923
DOI:10.3390/pharmaceutics13122115