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How to Study the Mechanobiology of Intestinal Epithelial Organoids? A Review of Culture Supports, Imaging Techniques, and Analysis Methods

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Mechanobiology studies how mechanical forces influence biological processes at different scales, both in homeostasis and in pathology. Organoids, 3D structures derived from stem cells, are particularly relevant tools for modeling tissues and organs in vitro. They currently constitute one of the most suitable models for mechanobiology studies. This review provides an overview of existing or applicable approaches to organoids for mechanical studies. We first present the different types of culture supports, including hydrogels and organ‐on‐chip. We then discuss advanced imaging techniques, particularly suitable for studying the physical properties of cells, allowing the visualization of mechanical forces and cellular responses. We also describe the approaches and tools available to observe the organoids by microscopy. Finally, we present analytical methods, including computational models and biophysical measurement approaches, which facilitate the quantification of mechanical interactions. This review aims to provide the most comprehensive overview possible of the methods, instrumentations, and tools available to conduct a mechanobiological study on organoids.

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hal-05039154 , version 1 (18-04-2025)

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Léa Magne, Florian Bugarin, Audrey Ferrand. How to Study the Mechanobiology of Intestinal Epithelial Organoids? A Review of Culture Supports, Imaging Techniques, and Analysis Methods. Biology of the Cell, 2025, 117 (4), pp.e70003. ⟨10.1111/boc.70003⟩. ⟨hal-05039154⟩
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