01/06/2026

Registration closes 01/06/2026

Organoids & 3D Culture Models for Drug Screening

Discover the Future of Drug Testing with 3D Cultures & Organoid Technology

  • Mode: Virtual / Online
  • Type: Mentor Based
  • Level:
  • Duration: 3 Days (1.5 Hours Per Day)
  • Starts: 6 January 2026
  • Time: 8:00 PM IST

About This Course

Organoids and advanced 3D culture systems represent one of the most transformative technologies in biomedical research. Derived from stem cells or patient tissues, organoids can self-organize into miniaturized, physiologically relevant models of organs, enabling powerful platforms for drug efficacy testing, toxicity evaluation, genetic studies, and disease modeling.

This workshop introduces the principles behind organoid biology, extracellular matrix scaffolds, 3D bioreactors, and co-culture systems. Participants will explore how organoids are engineered, how they respond to drugs, and how data from 3D models are analyzed for translational research. Case studies from oncology, neurobiology, and regenerative medicine will demonstrate real-world applications.

Aim

This workshop aims to equip participants with foundational and advanced knowledge of 3D cell culture systems, organoids, and their applications in drug discovery, toxicology, and disease modeling. The program covers organoid generation, maintenance, characterization, and high-throughput screening approaches. Participants will learn how 3D models mimic human physiology better than traditional 2D cultures and how they are used for personalized medicine, oncology research, and pharmacological testing.

Workshop Objectives

  • Understand how organoids are generated, maintained, and used in research.
  • Learn the workflow of 3D culture-based drug screening.
  • Gain insight into patient-derived organoids for personalized medicine.
  • Explore imaging, viability assays, and data interpretation for 3D models.
  • Build a conceptual framework for applying organoids in disease modeling & therapy evaluation.

Workshop Structure

Day 1 – Introduction to 3D Culture & Organoids

  • 2D vs 3D culture: why 3D? (architecture, gradients, cell–matrix interaction)
  • Types of 3D models: spheroids, organoids, organ-on-chip (concept only).
  • Cell sources: primary cells, stem cells, iPSCs (overview).
  • Basic organoid workflow: cell source → embedding → growth → differentiation.

Day 2 – Matrices, Scaffolds & Culture Systems 

  • ECM & matrices: Matrigel®, hydrogels, synthetic scaffolds (conceptual comparison).
    Culture formats: Embedded organoids, air–liquid interface, low-attachment plates, spinner/bioreactors.
  • Media & growth factors: basics of niche signaling (high-level).
  • Monitoring organoids: morphology, size, viability, simple functional readouts.
  • Hands On:
    Analyze example protocols showing different scaffold/matrix choices.
    Small-group task: choose matrix + culture format for a given organ/disease model and justify.

Day 3 – 3D Model-Based Drug Screening & Case Studies 

  • Experimental design for organoid/spheroid drug screening
  • Controls, replicates, dose–response, endpoint selection.
  • Plate formats (96/384-well) and miniaturization concepts.
  • Viability (e.g., ATP-based assays), imaging (morphology, size), basic biomarkers (concept).
  • Comparison: response in 2D vs 3D models (limitations & advantages).

Hands On:
Organoids for toxicity testing and efficacy testing in oncology/organ disease.
Outline a simple 3D drug screening experiment (model, controls, doses, readouts).

Who Should Enrol?

  • Undergraduate/postgraduate students in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biomedical Sciences, Stem Cell Biology, Pharmacology, or related fields.
  • Researchers working in oncology, drug screening, toxicology, stem cell research, or tissue engineering.
  • Professionals from biotech, pharma, CROs, and translational research labs.
  • Anyone interested in advanced 3D culture systems, organoids, or personalized medicine.

Important Dates

Registration Ends

01/06/2026
IST 7:00 PM

Workshop Dates

01/06/2026 – 01/08/2026
IST 8:00 PM

Workshop Outcomes

  • Gain practical knowledge of protein & ligand preparation for computational analysis.
  • Learn to perform molecular docking, pose scoring, and affinity prediction.
  • Build ML models for bioactivity and ADMET prediction.
  • Work with real chemical datasets for QSAR modeling.
  • Understand how CADD integrates with wet-lab drug discovery workflows.

Meet Your Mentor(s)

Mentor Photo

Prof. Kumud Malhotra

Professor & Dean

Prof. Kumud Malhotra, Dean of the University Institute of Physical and Life Sciences with 30 years of experience is an academician and administrator and has attained the highest echelons in the educational sector by managing senior positions, like Director, Dean, Managing Editor, or Editor-in-Chief . . . for content development and journal publication. She completed her Ph. D on “Genetic Epidemiology of Malaria in Some Population Groups of Delhi and Tribal Groups of Tarai Region of Nainital District” and Post Doctorate from Delhi University as an ICMR and UGC fellow.
Her expertise domains are Biotechnology, Genetics, Bioinformatics, Forensic  Science, Molecular Biology, and its allied areas. She has obtained Certifications in the areas of Genetic Engineering, Molecular Biology, Microarrays, Proteomics, and Parasitology from IGIB, NICD, MRC, and Delhi University. Down the lane, her achievements and accolades are the best employee and faculty while working at Bioinformatics Institute of India and RNB GLOBAL University as a Dean and other prestigious awards. Her contribution to the establishment of the School of Basic and Applied Sciences and Agricultural Sciences along with the approval from ICAR at the new University RNBGLOBAL
University was acknowledged by the Management.
Apart from teaching and academics her experience in content development and e-learning for various renowned universities and organizations like Banasthali Vidyapith, GOLS Academy, Biionline, etc. is an added credential of hers. Dr. Kumud Malhotra has been a Resource Person in Course Development Committees (for graduate and post-graduate programs) for Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), Jamia Hamdard along with other credits like Member of various committees like Academic Council, BOS, Research Committee, etc. for the IGNOU, IAMR. She has demonstrated caliber as a resourceful Technical Collaborator for the conduction of the Workshop on Bioinformatics at
Bundelkhand University and in Engineering College in Durg, Chhattisgarh with an appreciation letter from the university.
She is a member of the editorial board of various journals and has presented Papers at International Conferences on Genetics, Parasitology, Clinical Trials, Pharmacovigilance, Biotechnology, etc. Dr. Malhotra has delivered keynote addresses at CII, International Conferences, and member of various professional bodies Genetics Society, Indian Science Congress, International Society for Malariology and Parasitology, IAA, SBTI, etc. She has guided many students for Ph.D. and internships and got the projects from ICMR.

Fee Structure

Student Fee

₹1799 | $70

Ph.D. Scholar / Researcher Fee

₹2799 | $80

Academician / Faculty Fee

₹3799 | $95

Industry Professional Fee

₹4799 | $110

What You’ll Gain

  • Live & recorded sessions
  • e-Certificate upon completion
  • Post-workshop query support
  • Hands-on learning experience

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