Unraveling the complexities of human health requires models and tools that closely mirror human physiology.
Microphysiological Systems (MPS) represent a transformative approach to culturing and studying human tissues under conditions that closely mimic the natural physiological environment. MPS technology facilitates the replication of biochemical, electrical, and mechanical responses essential for accurately simulating in vivo conditions and allows for the precise modeling of specific properties intrinsic to tissue function and disease states. The Hopkins Center for MPS is dedicated to fostering collaboration and providing cutting-edge technologies to our vibrant MPS research community.
Microphysiological Systems (MPS) World Summit 2022
The MPS (Microphysiological Systems) World Summit will bring together a global audience, including institutions (government, health foundations, charities), the academic research community (universities, research institutes), environmental and human toxicity researchers, the pharmaceutical and other industries (cosmetics, chemical, and food industries), medical centers and practitioners, patient associations, and policy makers and testing centers—in a series of global conferences to create roadmap for MPS technologies.
Johns Hopkins Develops Sensor for faster, more accurate COVID-19 tests
It all begins with an idea.
Little tissue, big mission: Beating heart tissues to ride aboard the ISS
“Scientists already know that humans exposed to space experience changes similar to accelerated aging, so we hope the results can help us better understand and someday counteract the aging process,” says Kim.
Tissue Engineering: The Future is Here
“Imagine if after a serious accident, your damaged facial bones could be replaced with tissue made by your own cells. Or if you could pop a pill that could reprogram your immune system to fight a chronic disease, freeing you from a lifetime of medications. While both prospects sound futuristic, scientists and engineers at Johns Hopkins and elsewhere are working toward these and other advances in tissue engineering. “
Martin Trapecar joins JH Center for MPS
When Martin Trapecar, Ph.D., came to Johns Hopkins All Children’s in May of this year, his arrival opened new doors for him to continue pursuing a question intriguing him since his high school days in his native Slovenia – “What does it mean to be alive?”