Human progenitor cells implanted into brains of mice
Scientists implanted human progenitor cells into the brains of mice. These grew into human astrocytes (which help build synapses) and crowded out the mouse astrocytes. The mice immediately had better learning and memory skills.
http://www.salon.com/2013/05/09/neurosciences_future_mice_with_human_brain_cells_partner/
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