WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH: POLINA ANIKEEVA IS ENGINEERING A SPINAL CORD REPAIR KIT

The video discusses the impact of spinal cord injuries and the development of a nerve repair toolkit by Polina Anikeva and her team at MIT. The toolkit aims to repair damaged nerves and promote growth using fiber technology. The fibers are designed to deliver drugs, send electrical signals, and use optogenetics to stimulate nerve growth. The team is also working on 3D scaffolds to support new nerve tissue. The ultimate goal is to treat diseases like Parkinson's and heal spinal injuries, though achieving this will take many years.

What was the initial reaction of the individual after realizing they were paralyzed?

Describe the main goal of the project being developed by Polina Anikeva and her team.

What are the functionalities of the fibers being designed by Anikeva's team?

How does the method of optogenetics contribute to nerve regeneration?

What diseases does the ultimate goal of the project aim to help treat?