Host–pathogen interaction

Definition

Studying how microbes interact with host cells/tissues; often flow- and surface-dependent in infection models.

Why it matters

For scientific teams:

Enables mechanistic infection studies.
Reveals flow-dependent attachment behavior.
Supports immune response research.

For decision-makers:

Supports disease-relevant infection models.
Enables higher-value translational assays.
Differentiates advanced microfluidic platforms.

FAQ

Q: Why include flow in these models?

A: Flow alters microbial attachment and invasion.

Q: What is commonly measured?

A: Adhesion, invasion, host response, and damage.