Human induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSCs) are considered a promising tool in medicine, with the potential to unlock treatments for many health conditions such as neurodegenerative diseases and disorders. However, producing large amounts of hiPSCs remains a challenge.
Aluminium used to be super expensive until production was ramped up. Nowadays, we’re using it in door frames, airplanes, moka pots and soda cans, because it’s cheap and versatile.
Spoiler: History repeats itself.