At the EUROoCS conference in Milan on July 3-5, Dr. Vania Silverio presented several updates and developments in the field of organ-on-chip technology developed at INESC MN. One of the highlights was her pitch on the Portuguese Organ-on-Chip Initiative, which aims to advance research and development in this area. The initiative involves collaborative efforts from researchers and institutions in Portugal to push the boundaries of organ-on-chip technology.

The conference also featured a round table discussion organized by CEN-CENELEC, a European standardization body, on the Roadmap for organ-on-chip standardization and the exploration of next steps. This is an important effort to establish a common framework for organ-on-chip technology across the EU, ensuring consistency and interoperability among different research groups and industries.

In addition to the presentation, Dr. Silverio also showcased a poster on a Standardized 96-wells platform for studying cell cultures in both static and flow conditions. This innovative platform could be a valuable tool for researchers to study cell behavior, tissue engineering, and disease modeling, offering new insights into complex biological processes.