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ISSCR @isscr.org · 10h

The ISSCR is seeking nominations for Vice President and three Director positions. This is an opportunity to help shape the future of stem cell research and contribute to a global scientific community. Nominations are due 22 October 2025. Learn more 👉 https://www.isscr.org/nominations

2026 Election Nominations — International Society for Stem Cell Research

Elections and nominations for the International Society for Stem Cell Research board of directors and officers.

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Stem Cell Reports @stemcellreports.bsky.social · 12h

New #organoid research from Michigan Medicine uses a whole-transcriptomic approach to find that retinoic acid signaling guides the efficiency of inner ear organoid-genesis & governs sensory-nonsensory fate specification https://ow.ly/MtWn50X5TI8 ISSCR | The Gairdner Foundation | SickKids Foundation

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Stem Cell Reports @stemcellreports.bsky.social · 1d

RNA-seq study maps iPSC-derived motor neurons with C9orf72, FUS, TARDBP or SOD1 mutations. Reveals early synaptic dysfunction & RBP dysregulation in ALS gene mutations. A key resource for #ALS pathogenesis. https://ow.ly/tAnL50X5ToH

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Stem Cell Reports @stemcellreports.bsky.social · 2d

New study finds a miRNA-TF-mRNA regulatory network associated with cellular #senescence in #osteoporosis (OP). miR-22-3p-ESR1 axis drives OP development, offering a promising mechanistic foundation for future therapeutic strategies https://ow.ly/qEJ750X5Tah

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Cambridge Stem Cell Institute @scicambridge.bsky.social · 5d

We're excited to share that our Director @bertiegottgens.bsky.social has joined the Editorial Board of Stem Cell Reports! @isscr.org Submit your stem cell-related research now: invt.io/1ixbug4i0lt

Check out ISSCR's society journal, Stem Cell Reports!

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Valerie Horsley @valeriejhorsley.bsky.social · 5d

As a member of the editorial board for @stemcellreports.bsky.social, I am excited to share that we are looking for submissions in the field of stem cell research! I invite you to submit your work for consideration. invt.io/1bxb3we64y1 @isscr.org

Check out ISSCR's society journal, Stem Cell Reports!

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Danwei Huangfu @danweihuangfu.bsky.social · 5d

As a member of the editorial board for @stemcellreports.bsky.social, I am excited to share that we are looking for submissions in the field of stem cell research! I invite you to submit your work for consideration. invt.io/1bxbz2ji4db @isscr.org #stemcell #DevBio #hPSCs #regeneration

Check out ISSCR's society journal, Stem Cell Reports!

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ISSCR @isscr.org · 5d

Join @stemcellreports.bsky.social and @bacell3d.bsky.social on 4 November to learn how organoid models are being used to study human development, infection, tissue dynamics, and cancer across various organ systems. Features Short Talk Winners! Register today👉 bit.ly/4o46DzZ

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Stem Cell Reports @stemcellreports.bsky.social · 5d

New Leiden University Medical Center study shows that mutant APOL1 affects mitochondrial function in podocytes and may open up avenues for designing targeted treatments for patients with AMKD. https://ow.ly/9bZY50X5SQr

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Stem Cell Reports @stemcellreports.bsky.social · 6d

Stem Cell Reports welcomes new researchers to its Editorial Board. Their appointments reinforce the Board’s commitment to championing the journal, raising its global visibility, and ensuring rigorous, high-quality peer review. Read more: ow.ly/YicL50X5QJF

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ISSCR @isscr.org · 6d

In response to a new executive order, “Improving Oversight of Federal Grantmaking,” ISSCR joined more than 50 scientific societies to urge Congress to provide necessary oversight at scientific agencies to prevent damage to the federal scientific grantmaking process. https://ow.ly/9zMS50X5OLo

ISSCR @isscr.org · 6d

⏰ Last chance! Join AI and stem cell researchers in Seattle, 9-10 October to explore how computational models are advancing biomedical research, through advances in protein & cell design,single-cell multi-omics, multimodal imaging, and more 👉 https://bit.ly/4eShUOy

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Stem Cell Reports @stemcellreports.bsky.social · 6d

New study evaluates hPSC metadata using FAIR (findable, accessible, interoperable, reusable) principles. Highlights role of national stem cell registries and biobanks and calls for stronger global collaboration to align stem cell infrastructures. https://ow.ly/J2I450X4lLr

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ISSCR @isscr.org · 7d

Jointly provided by the ISSCR and Harvard Medical School, our free, on-demand course equips clinicians, healthcare providers, and the public with trusted knowledge in stem cell medicine supporting informed decision-making. Register today 👉https://bit.ly/4mpoh0Q

Continuing Education Course — International Society for Stem Cell Research

The ISSCR Continuing Education Course, Stem Cell Medicine: From Scientific Research to Patient Care, is an essential resource for clinicians, scientists, and healthcare providers seeking reliable information on stem cell medicine. Accredited by Harvard Medical School, this course will provide you wi

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ISSCR @isscr.org · 7d

Join the ISSCR for 2026 & get member benefits for the rest of 2025 at no cost! Connect with a global community of scientists, clinicians, industry professionals, students, and postdocs advancing stem cell research and regenerative medicine.

Learn more👉 www.isscr.org/membership

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Stem Cell Reports @stemcellreports.bsky.social · 7d

Human macula formation forms via two waves of RA suppression by CYP26A1, controlling cell cycle exit and cone subtype specification. FGF8 is not involved in macular formation, in contrast to other species https://ow.ly/4SHX50X4leb

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Stem Cell Reports @stemcellreports.bsky.social · 8d

New research models an in vitro cortical network & shows that a proper excitatory/inhibitory ratio is required to develop synchronized network activity in mouse cortical cultures https://ow.ly/663A50X4mfa

Scuola Normale Superiore | ISSCR | Cell Press | The Gairdner Foundation | SickKids Foundation

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Stem Cell Reports @stemcellreports.bsky.social · 8d

New study from @uclamcdb.bsky.social shows MECP2 loss in #Rettsyndrome neurons triggers DNA damage & senescence via #PARP1 dysregulation. Restoring PARP1 reverses neuronal defects; potential therapeutic target https://ow.ly/guLJ50X4k2P

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ISSCR @isscr.org · 9d

Celebrate contributions across our thriving field by submitting a nomination for the ISSCR awards program. Learn more and submit a nomination by 7 October 👉 https://www.isscr.org/awards

ISSCR @isscr.org · 12d

ISSCR joined more than 160 biomedical and other research organizations to urge U.S. House and Senate appropriators to ensure that essential costs of research continue to be adequately supported by the federal government. Learn more: https://ow.ly/zUAW50X39Ai

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Stem Cell Podcast @stemcellpodcast.com · 13d

@isscr.org award nominations are closing next week! ⌛

Help recognize and celebrate contributions in the fields of stem cell biology and translational medicine.

Submit your nomination: https://bit.ly/4gJ5v27

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Stem Cell Reports @stemcellreports.bsky.social · 13d

Online now! iPSC-derived hepatic #organoids reveal ICAM-1-IL-1β crosstalk supports hepatocyte proliferation. These organoids can be applied to model liver injury and stellate cell activation in vitro. ow.ly/Z8bu50WZsc6

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Stem Cell Reports @stemcellreports.bsky.social · 14d

New research highlights need for genetic screening in PSCs & adult stem cells. Cancer-related mutations found in mesenchymal (18%) and neural (41%) #stemcells. ow.ly/QqCv50WZryY

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Drivers and implications of lineage-specific cancer-related mutations in human pluripotent and adult stem cells

Jung and Benvenisty identify cancer-related mutations in about 18% and 41% of mesenchymal and neural adult stem cells, respectively. They demonstrate a lineage-specific profile of cancer genes correla...

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Stem Cell Reports @stemcellreports.bsky.social · 15d

New #hematopoiesis research maps single-cell dynamics of endothelial-to-hematopoietic transition from iPSCs & integrates it with human embryo datasets to identify ligand-receptor interactions that drive developmental regulation. ow.ly/B1Tu50WZquR
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Stem Cell Reports @stemcellreports.bsky.social · 16d

Checkout the new podcast on VEGF-induced HSC mobilization.
Listen here tinyurl.com/f5x5z3cf or wherever you get your favorite podcasts. For all the details, check out their paper tinyurl.com/4c4jn25k.

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