Using artificial intelligence to build a better organoid

The next breakthrough for artificial intelligence may help scientists design and print smarter cell structures that mimic human organs - thereby reducing trial-and-error and costs while contributing to new methods to fight disease and improve human health. These three-dimensional cell structures are called organoids - they can be designed to exhibit unique organ function and are used to conduct complex research on human tissue physiology, genetic diseases, organ-specific infectious diseases and cancer. Organoids can replicate development of native tissue in the architecture, function, cellular composition and transcriptional profile of almost any organ. Current methods of manufacturing organoids have yet to demonstrate consistent and robust extraction of mature organoids from renewable cells. This is where AI comes into the picture - designing and testing organoids utilizing computers rather than traditional lab methods.