Revolutionizing Neurological Disorder Treatments: 3D Self-Assembled Human Brain Model Soars to Space Station for Precision Medicine Testing
The Global Impact of Neurological Disorders : Neurological disorders have a profound impact on global health, affecting nearly one billion individuals worldwide, which accounts for approximately one in six people. From Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease to epilepsy and migraines, these conditions demand urgent attention for improved treatments. In response to this pressing challenge, researchers at the biotechnology start-up, Axonis, are embarking on a ground-breaking mission to leverage the unique environment of the International Space Station (ISS) National Laboratory. By exploring the effects of microgravity on the maturation of human brain cells, which self-assemble into three-dimensional spheroids resembling aspects of the human brain, this innovative research aims to propel disease modelling and pave the way for novel therapies to combat neurological disorders on Earth. Leveraging the International Space Station for Medical Advancements: Researchers from biotechnol