Science Happens! With Carl Zimmer

The video explores the innovative research at Tufts University where Professor David Kaplan and his team are growing miniature brains using silk scaffolds. These mini brains, though small, mimic the complexity of human brains and offer a new avenue for brain research. The donut model is used to create an environment conducive to neuron growth. The process involves creating silk scaffolds, akin to a cooking show. The research aims to understand brain functions and explore potential applications, such as drug testing and injury response, with the hope of achieving higher-level functions in the future.

What are the limitations of current techniques in brain research as mentioned in the text?

Discuss the potential implications of connecting multiple miniature brains together.