"Breakthrough: 3D-Printed Human Brain Tissue Mimics Function and Growth"

Researchers at UW–Madison have developed a groundbreaking 3D-printing method to create functional human brain tissue, allowing for the study of neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. The new technique involves horizontally layering brain cells in a softer "bio-ink" gel, enabling the cells to grow and communicate with each other, forming networks comparable to human brains. This advancement offers precision and flexibility for studying brain development, neurodegenerative disorders, and more, and is accessible to many labs without requiring specialized equipment.