The advertisement of stem cells used in skin products and clinical treatments

by Guest | Mar 17, 2022

Krystal Jacques completed her Master’s degree in the Institute of Medical Science department at the University of Toronto. For her Master’s she studied the embryonic origin of pancreatic stem cells under the supervision of Dr. Derek van der Kooy, where she developed...

In the court of public opinion, patient stories pave the way for RM

by Cal Strode | Mar 10, 2022

“It’s the need to value balance and respect for life with the promise of science,” former U.S. President George W. Bush argued when announcing his controversial policy blocking federal funding for embryonic stem cell research at a 2001 press conference. The ban acted...

Regenerative medicine news under the microscope – February 2022

by Lyla El-Fayomi | Mar 3, 2022

“Regenerative medicine news under the microscope” is a monthly feature highlighting big stories in stem cell research. I will sample the latest and greatest findings in recent press and package them into a single post. This month, I cover an advance in the fight...

Unpacking talent and reimbursement issues at Advanced Therapies Week 2022

by Stacey Johnson | Feb 25, 2022

People and patients were top of mind at Advanced Therapies Week 2022 (ATW2022) in Miami Beach, Florida, which shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone in the industry or following the industry. Talent is a big issue right now. Good people are moving around and replacing...

Regenerative medicine news under the microscope – December 2021 & January 2022

by Lyla El-Fayomi | Feb 17, 2022

“Regenerative medicine news under the microscope” is a monthly feature highlighting big stories in stem cell research. I will sample the latest and greatest findings in recent press and package them into a single post. Lots to catch up on as we review both December...

Women in STEM: A reality check

by Tannen Horber | Feb 11, 2022

The lack of equal opportunity in the field of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) still exists. Though perhaps improving, sexist tropes and stereotypes continue to plague women in the field. Women in STEM are still often overlooked for professional...

Right Turn: Advanced Therapies Week 2022 from the personal to the big picture

by Stacey Johnson | Feb 4, 2022

Everything was a little different at this year’s (January 25-28) Advanced Therapies Week: from the new venue (Miami Beach Convention Centre), to the COVID-19 precautions, to one less track (stem cell talks were removed) and the replacement of the boat cruise...

Stem cells’ role in better understanding schizophrenia

by Guest | Jan 24, 2022

Parmin Sedigh is a 16-year-old who is passionate about stem cells, developmental biology, and science communication. She shares her love for the field by writing easy-to-understand articles on Medium and creating YouTube videos. She’s also the Director of Writing at...

Diabetes research in Canada: 100 years later

by Sara M. Nolte | Jan 18, 2022

  2021 marked the 100th anniversary of the discovery of insulin – a Canadian breakthrough that has saved the lives of countless people with diabetes. It seems only fitting that 100 years later, we take a moment to reflect on how far Canadian diabetes research has...

Unlocking stem cells’ full potential for treating multiple sclerosis – Highs, lows and future opportunities from OHRI’s MESEMS trial

by Tara Fernandez | Jan 13, 2022

Cells that are programmed to protect can sometimes go rogue, as is the case with multiple sclerosis, or MS. Overactive immune cells mistakenly target the tissues of the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves, igniting inflammatory flare-ups that destroy myelin, a fatty...