A major challenge in drug discovery and toxicology is the gap between cell-level studies and whole-animal or human systems. Researchers are now creating miniaturized human-on-a-chip systems where human-derived cells connect and function in ways that reflect real tissue and organ behavior, enabling more accurate evaluation of drug efficacy and safety.
In this webinar, James Hickman will discuss developing advanced multi-organ human-on-a-chip systems that model neural, muscle, and cardiac subsystems and how these platforms can inform preclinical decision-making.
Topics to be covered:
- Design, fabrication, and validation of multi-organ human-on-a-chip systems
- Modeling motor, cognitive, muscle, and cardiac functions
- Applications in preclinical drug discovery and toxicity testing
Thursday, February 5th, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Eastern Time
This webinar will be available to view live and on demand.
Speaker
James Hickman, PhD
Professor
University of Central Florida