Scientists Grew 'Mini Brains' From Stem Cells. Then, The Brains Sort-of Developed Eyes.
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Mini brains grown in a lab from stem cells spontaneously developed rudimentary eye structures, scientists reported in a fascinating paper in 2021.

Well that’s creepy! I wish I hadn’t seen this before going to bed…

  • zeppo@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    1 year ago

    In any event the article says

    these stem cells are coaxed to grow into blobs of brain tissue, without anything resembling thoughts, emotions, or consciousness.