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Building miniature brains may sound like a page out of a science fiction novel, but fact is indeed stranger than fiction. Researchers around the world grow brain organoids—3D miniature brains—to better understand brain development, aging, injury, and other disorders, as well as to test new treatment strategies. Some scientists take brain building to the next level by launching their brain organoids into outer space. In this episode, Iris Kulbatski from The Scientist spoke with Alysson Muotri, a University of California, San Diego professor and Stem Cell Program director to learn more about how microgravity affects the cellular and molecular biology of brain organoids and how these discoveries can improve human health. The Scientist Speaks is a podcast produced by The Scientist’s Creative Services Team. Our podcast is by scientists and for scientists. Once a month, we bring you the stories behind news-worthy molecular biology research. This month’s episode is sponsored by ACROBiosystems and Molecular Devices.
Previous episodes
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60 - Organoids in Space: The Next FrontierWed, 26 Jun 2024 - 0h
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59 - Science Philosophy in a Flash: Shifting Parturition Perspectives in Perinatology ResearchSat, 01 Jun 2024 - 0h
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58 - Understanding the Effects of Extrachromosomal DNA on CancerWed, 29 May 2024 - 0h
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57 - Science Philosophy in a Flash: Understanding the Symphony of Human Brain DevelopmentTue, 30 Apr 2024 - 0h
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56 - Explainable AI for Rational Antibiotic DiscoveryWed, 24 Apr 2024 - 0h
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55 - Natural Trip: Endogenous Psychedelics and Human PhysiologyWed, 27 Mar 2024 - 0h
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54 - Epigenetics in a DishWed, 28 Feb 2024 - 0h
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53 - Virtual Laboratories for Remote Benchwork and BreakthroughsWed, 31 Jan 2024 - 0h
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52 - The Art and Science of Synthetic BiologyWed, 29 Nov 2023 - 0h
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51 - Smart Gateways into the Lab of the FutureWed, 27 Sep 2023 - 0h
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50 - Fecal Microbiota Transplants: From Gut Infections to Psychiatric DisordersFri, 28 Jul 2023 - 0h
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49 - Science Philosophy in a Flash: Starting with Human Cell SystemsMon, 24 Jul 2023 - 0h
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48 - Targeting the UndruggableWed, 31 May 2023 - 0h
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47 - Science Philosophy in a Flash: Relevant Models Reflect Real-World NeedsTue, 30 May 2023 - 0h
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46 - Science Philosophy in a Flash: Targeting a Genetic Accident to Treat DiseaseTue, 09 May 2023 - 0h
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45 - Science Philosophy in a Flash: A Surprising Way to Repair Scar TissueTue, 11 Apr 2023 - 0h
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44 - Genomes Across the Tree of LifeThu, 30 Mar 2023 - 0h
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43 - A Way with Words: Using Genomics to Dispel Stuttering MythsMon, 27 Feb 2023 - 0h
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42 - Immune Cells and ALS: A Balance Between Life and DeathTue, 31 Jan 2023 - 0h
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41 - Science Philosophy in a Flash: Building Cancer Models with Creative CollaboratorsThu, 08 Dec 2022 - 0h
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40 - Science Philosophy in a Flash: Sharing Scientific Ideas in Disease GeneticsFri, 02 Dec 2022 - 0h
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39 - The Fight Against Time: Stem Cells and Healthy AgingWed, 30 Nov 2022 - 0h
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38 - Science Philosophy in a Flash: Wired to RegenerateMon, 31 Oct 2022 - 0h
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37 - Exploring the Secrets to Longevity and Cancer Resistance in Mole-RatsFri, 28 Oct 2022 - 0h
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36 - What Comes Up Must Go Down: Maintaining Hormone Balance Through RNA DecayFri, 30 Sep 2022 - 0h
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35 - Science Philosophy in a Flash: Making Scientific Strides in the Produce AisleTue, 13 Sep 2022 - 0h
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34 - Filling in the Gaps: Sequencing the Entire Human GenomeWed, 31 Aug 2022 - 0h
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33 - Science Philosophy in a Flash: A Look at Aging Through Young EyesMon, 08 Aug 2022 - 0h
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32 - Rising from the Dead: How Soil Bacteria Absorb Antibiotic Resistance GenesSat, 30 Jul 2022 - 0h
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31 - Science Philosophy in a Flash: A Rising Star Launches Brain Power into Outer SpaceTue, 26 Jul 2022 - 0h
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30 - Mini Episode: Science Philosophy in a Flash - A Scientific Figure of SpeechMon, 11 Jul 2022 - 0h
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29 - Virulence Meets Metabolism: The Unique Evolution of Staphylococcus aureusThu, 30 Jun 2022 - 0h
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28 - To Conserve and Protect: The Quest for Universal VaccinesWed, 25 May 2022 - 0h
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27 - Finding that Sweet Spot: Understanding Gut Perception One Cell at a TimeFri, 29 Apr 2022 - 0h
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26 - Preventing the Next Pandemic with Organ ChipsWed, 30 Mar 2022 - 0h
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25 - DIY Cells: Understanding Life with a Synthetic Minimal CellMon, 28 Feb 2022 - 0h
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24 - Modeling Epilepsy in a DishMon, 31 Jan 2022 - 0h
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23 - Lipids Predict a Slippery Path Towards Parkinson’s DiseaseWed, 15 Dec 2021 - 0h
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22 - Ancient Secrets of the PlagueTue, 30 Nov 2021 - 0h
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21 - Molecular Farming: The Future of PharmaceuticalsWed, 17 Nov 2021 - 0h
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20 - Homing in on New Anticancer TargetsThu, 30 Sep 2021 - 0h
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19 - The Reality of Regenerative MedicineTue, 31 Aug 2021 - 0h
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18 - The Brain Behind the Bark: fMRI Imaging Our Canine CompanionsFri, 23 Jul 2021 - 0h
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17 - Thieves on the Inside: Viral Control of Host Gene ExpressionTue, 01 Jun 2021 - 0h
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16 - At the Breaking Point: Mitochondrial Deletions and the BrainWed, 31 Mar 2021 - 0h
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15 - The Epigenetic Origins of Allergy and AsthmaFri, 26 Feb 2021 - 0h
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14 - The Long Haul: Improving Cardiac Cell Therapy PersistenceWed, 27 Jan 2021 - 0h
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13 - Decoding Smell: Demystifying Human Disease and BehaviorTue, 22 Dec 2020 - 0h
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12 - A Path Back to Health: Immune Tolerance to Infectious DiseaseWed, 18 Nov 2020 - 0h
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11 - Cancer Immunotherapy: CRISPR Reveals Targets In VivoTue, 08 Dec 2020 - 0h
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