Exploring Cerebral Organoids: Unveiling Human Brain Development

This chapter dives into the groundbreaking research on cerebral organoids, which simulate human brain development and microcephaly. It discusses innovative methods for creating these organoids from neural stem cells and their complex tissue interactions, as well as the significance of brain region identification and neuron generation differences between humans and mice. The conversation also highlights future directions in vascularizing organoids and the potential therapies that could arise from advancements in stem cell technology.