Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute and AlveoliX have developed the first human lung-on-chip model using stem cells taken from only one person. These chips simulate breathing motions and lung ...

Air sacs in the lungs called alveoli are crucial for gas exchange and provide an important barrier against inhaled viruses and bacteria that cause respiratory diseases like flu and tuberculosis (TB).

Lung diseases like emphysema or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease are a leading cause of death worldwide. With the advent of COVID-19, these diseases have only become more prevalent. Despite the ...

Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. 3D-printed lungs made with living cells could help to improve lung disease prevention and treatment—and potentially one ...

Peer-reviewed study confirming strong predictive performance of patient-specific lung digital twins, validated against ...