Natural Sciences

Lecture: Brain Organoids: How Stem Cell Models Help Us Understand the Brain

Imagination, creativity, planning — mental abilities that make the human brain truly unique. But where do they come from? And how does our brain develop its remarkable complexity?

In this talk, Professor Dr. Albert will introduce brain organoids and share the latest insights into the evolution of the brain, offering a fascinating glimpse into the future of human thought.

Note: the lecture will be held in German

Start 19:10 o'clock

End 19:55 o'clock

At a glance

Technische Universität Dresden (TUD)

Center for Molecular and Cellular Bioengineering (CMCB)
CRTD Zentrum für Regenerative Therapien TU Dresden
Hörsaal Links
Fetscherstraße 105
01307 Dresden (Dresdner Süden)

Prof. Mareike Albert, Professorin für Epigenomik der neuralen Entwicklung an der TU Dresden

45 Min

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Description

Imagination, creativity, planning — mental abilities that set the human brain apart. But where do they come from? And how does our brain develop such extraordinary complexity?

During embryonic development, our brain's nerve cells emerge from stem cells and precursor cells. Yet until recently, studying this intricate process in humans has posed a major challenge. Now, neuroscience has found a breakthrough: brain organoids. These miniature, organ-like structures can be grown and studied in the lab, offering new insights into how the brain forms and evolves.

In this talk, Professor Dr. Albert will introduce brain organoids and share the latest insights into the evolution of the brain, offering a fascinating glimpse into the future of human thought.

Note: the lecture will be held in German

Information on the event format

Lecture

Venue information

English speaking / suitable for international guests Suitable for children

Stations

Blasewitzer Str./ Fetscherstraße

12 (tram)
64 (bus)
6 (tram)

Tatzberg

64 (bus)