Ask the Expert: Organoids

Organoids provide powerful models for studying human development and disease, offering unprecedented opportunities to observe biological processes in a controlled, human-relevant system. In this interactive Ask the Expert session, Dr. Soumita Das will answer your questions on how organoid technologies are driving research advances in cancer, neuroscience, and infectious disease. Designed for researchers working with or considering 3D culture systems, this session will explore the benefits, challenges, and emerging applications of organoids in both basic and translational science. Attendees will gain insight into experimental design, data interpretation, and the role of organoids in modeling complex tissues and host–pathogen interactions. Although the live Q&A format makes each session unique, anticipated discussion topics include: • Strategies for establishing and maintaining organoid cultures • Applying organoids to study cancer progression, brain development, and viral infection • Opportunities and limitations of organoids in drug discovery and precision medicine • Emerging tools and technologies supporting organoid research Whether you are already working with organoids or exploring their potential for your research program, join us for a dynamic discussion with Dr. Soumita Das and bring your questions to the forefront of an evolving scientific field.