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The ISSCR is a global, nonprofit organization that promotes excellence in stem cell science and applications to human health. www.isscr.org
"I wish to emphasize that 2025 was not only a year of significant scientific progress, but also one in which our society demonstrated remarkable resilience, cohesion, & shared purpose across borders." Read the message from ISSCR President Hideyuki Okano: https://ow.ly/7FEQ50XWs52

January 13, 2026 at 10:16 PM
Explore our ISSCR Member Spotlight with Xiaokui Zhang, PhD, as she shares what drives her work on autologous iPSC-derived neuron therapies for Parkinson’s disease, offers advice for trainees, & reflects on her commitment to mentorship & patient advocacy👉https://bit.ly/49lz5aJ
January 12, 2026 at 8:00 PM
New year, new ISSCR International Symposia to attend! 🎉 Celebrate 20 years of iPSC breakthroughs in Kyoto, Japan this October. Join global experts, explore cutting-edge research, and help shape the future of stem cell science. Register now 👉 https://bit.ly/3LfeufB
January 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Hear from ISSCR Member Nika Shakiba on why ISSCR membership matters for scientists at every career stage. From global networking to year-round scientific learning, membership helps your grow, connect, and contribute to advancing stem cell research with rigor and community 👉 https://bit.ly/4eOL2H1
January 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Register for the free course from the ISSCR and STEMCELL Technologies (STEMCELL Technologies) “Applying the ISSCR Standards for Research” to gain practical, hands-on insight into how to apply the ISSCR Standards into action in your research. Start today 👉 https://bit.ly/43Slc1G
January 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM
At #ISSCR2026 you do not just attend a meeting. You step into a global community driven by discovery, and united by passion and impact. Feel the energy, be inspired, and take your place in the future of stem cell science. Join us July 2026 in Montréal, Canada

👉 https://www.isscr2026.org/
January 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Kathryn Jones shares why learning about stem cell medicine is important to combat misinformation for patients. Explore the ISSCR and @harvardmed.bsky.social's new course aimed at providing medical professionals with the right information👉 bit.ly/4mpoh0Q
January 6, 2026 at 5:29 PM
New year, new opportunities with ISSCR! Become a member and gain access to exclusive resources, global connections, and benefits designed to support your career growth and scientific goals. Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/4eOL2H1
January 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Kick off 2026 by sharing your latest research at an upcoming ISSCR meeting, including the ISSCR 2026 Annual Meeting in Montréal, Canada this July! Explore our full list of programs and submit your abstract today 👉 https://www.isscr.org/upcoming-programs
January 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Insoo Hyun shares why being educated about stem cell medicine is important for healthcare professionals.

Register for the ISSCR Stem Cell Medicine course to stay informed on the field and how to answer patient questions 👉 bit.ly/4mpoh0Q

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December 22, 2025 at 5:04 PM
The ISSCR, in collaboration with CIRM and UCLA Broad Stem Cell Research Center, are holding a Summit on Access & Affordability in Cell & Gene Therapies on 20 March 2026 in Los Angeles, USA. Learn more about the program and share your interest in attending 👉 https://bit.ly/49O8DIv
December 19, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The ISSCR joined over 100 biomedical research organizations and institutions to urge congressional appropriators to provide at least $1.5 billion for the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H). Learn more: https://ow.ly/bAuG50XMr0V
December 19, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Submit your abstract to share the stage with global scientific pioneers at the ISSCR iPSC 20th Anniversary Symposium in Kyoto, Japan. This event brings together leading experts to reflect on two decades of breakthroughs. Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/3LfeufB
December 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Abstract submissions for #ISSCR2026 are due in just 2 months! Share your latest discoveries and connect with leading researchers and industry innovators from around the world. Submit by 25 February 2026 👉 https://bit.ly/4owAWzF
December 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM
ISSCR and STEMCELL Technologies (STEMCELL Technologies) have launched a free course, “Applying the ISSCR Standards for Research”. Deep dive into how to put the ISSCR Standards for Human Stem Cell use in Research into action to strengthen your research. 👉 https://bit.ly/43Slc1G
December 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM
🎉Congratulations to the ISSCR PSC-Derived Therapies Symposium Poster Award Winners! This award, sponsored by WiCell, recognizes four early career scientists for their outstanding poster presentations. Read more: https://ow.ly/cg6X50XKkVl
December 16, 2025 at 3:37 PM
At last weeks PSC-Derived Cell Therapies Symposium, SereNeuro Therapeutics, a preclinical biotechnology company developing non-opioid pain therapies, unveiled new data on a novel approach to chronic pain management & joint tissue preservation. Learn more: https://ow.ly/6wNL50XJY6g
December 15, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Stem Cell Reports is a trusted voice in stem cell science. With rigorous peer review & global editorial expertise, the journal is run by scientists, for scientists. Submit your work to share your research with the right audience. Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/47WgkeW
December 15, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Hear from Harsha D. Devalla, ISSCR member and Stem Cell Reports Early Career Editor, about the value of ISSCR membership! Membership offers exclusive access to global networking, complimentary webinars, and a diverse stem cell community 👉 https://bit.ly/4eOL2H1
December 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Register for the ISSCR Stem Cell Medicine course accredited by @harvard medical Designed for healthcare providers and patients, this course covers stem cell biology, preclinical research, clinical trials, unproven treatments, & patient communication. Learn more

👉 https://bit.ly/4mpoh0Q
December 10, 2025 at 2:01 PM
ISSCR President Hideyuki Okano shares how the #ISSCR2026 Annual Meeting comes at a transformative time in the stem cell field, as therapies are approaching the clinic. Learn about the Presidential Symposium speakers and more: https://bit.ly/4aGimB5
December 9, 2025 at 7:09 PM
The ISSCR and STEMCELL Technologies have launched Applying the ISSCR Standards for Research, a free, on-demand course designed to help scientists integrate the ISSCR Standards for Human Stem Cell Use in Research into their work. Learn more and take the course today👉 https://bit.ly/4aCuhzJ
December 9, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Explore our ISSCR Member Spotlight with Yasuhiro Takashima, MD, PhD! He shares what drives his research on early human development, his advice for trainees to take on bold, challenging questions, and even what might surprise his peers about him. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4plebiH
December 8, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Hear from ISSCR Member and #ISSCR2026 Ambassador Darsh Vaghani, on how ISSCR membership has shaped his scientific career. Explore all member benefits, including on-demand resources and global networking. 👉https://bit.ly/4eOL2H1
December 8, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Hear attendee experiences from past ISSCR Annual Meetings, and join #ISSCR2026 in Montréal, Canada, where thousands of researchers, innovators, and industry leaders will come together to advance the field. Register today 👉 https://www.isscr2026.org/
December 5, 2025 at 2:01 PM