The ethics and economics of organoid commercialization: potential donors' perspectives.

ABSTRACT: Advancing organoid technology requires human tissue donations and collaboration between researchers and commercial parties. However, many potential donors have reservations about commercial involvement in organoid research. To better understand these reservations, we conducted four focus groups with potential donors. Two focus groups were held with individuals with cystic fibrosis (n = 10). One focus group included individuals with neurodegenerative diseases (Parkinson's or Huntington's disease) (n = 4) and the other consisted of individuals with neurological disease (epilepsy) (n = 5). Four themes were identified: (1) benefits and concerns regarding commercial involvement, (2) trust in involved parties in research, (3) control over commercial parties and (4) appreciation of donors. To add

SUBMITTER: de Groot H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12309163 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature