Cambridge scientists to use miniature human organs for drug testing
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Cambridge scientists to use miniature human organs for drug testing

1 hours ago · Originally published 12 Aug 2026 8/10 Original headline: ‘A mouse can’t tell us what works’: UK scientists to grow miniature human organs for drug testing
Researchers are using cells from NHS patients to grow organoids that mirror human tissue, providing a more accurate way to test new medicines. This project aims to reduce the reliance on animal testing while helping scientists identify which treatments work best for different patients based on their specific conditions.
Source: Guardian Science Cambridgeshire
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