Neuroscience Breakthroughs: Assembloids and Stem Cells

This chapter explores innovative advancements in neuroscience, focusing on the development of four-part assembloids that integrate brain organoids for studying complex somatosensory neuron pathways and pain sensitivity. It discusses the applications of these models in neurodevelopmental disorders and highlights groundbreaking stem cell therapies for conditions like Parkinson's disease. The chapter also reveals new insights gained from the controversial STAP research, emphasizing the evolving understanding of neural stem cells and their capabilities.