Exploring Australian Public Attitudes Toward Organoid Research and Use: A Cross-Sectional Study

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2026
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Abstract
Organoid technologies offer promising new ways to study human biology and develop innovative therapies. While their scientific potential is clear, public awareness and acceptability remain largely unexplored - critical factors for ethical and equitable implementation. We conducted the first national survey of Australians (N = 502) to assess awareness, knowledge, attitudes, and acceptability of organoid technology. Awareness of stem cells was high, but organoids were largely unfamiliar. After a brief explanatory video, participants appeared to have more accurate conceptual framing (e.g., organoids as "research tools" and "mini-organs"), though objective knowledge remained limited. There was strong support for organoids, and more people expressed willingness to donate cells for stem cell or organoid research than have previously done so. Acceptability was correlated with attitudes toward animal research, knowledge, and some sociodemographic factors. Overall, public endorsement of organoid technology appears high but conditional, underscoring the need for transparent governance, clear consent, and inclusive communication.
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Authors Eden G Robertson, Kate Hetherington, Maeve McGillycuddy, Megan Munsie, Anai Gonzalez Cordero
Journal stem cells international
Year 2026
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10.1093/stmcls/sxag054
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https://doi.org/10.1093/stmcls/sxag054
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