About the Stem Cell Network
Building Canada’s stem cell and regenerative medicine (RM) research sector has been the raison d’être of the Stem Cell Network (SCN) since its inception in 2001.
SCN’s new Strategic Plan, IGNITE, provides the road map for Canadian research success in the stem cell and regenerative medicine sector.
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Stem cells are our bodies’ building blocks. They are different from other cells because they have the potential to differentiate into any cell type and can renew themselves, which means they can heal blood, tissue and organs.
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CellLines is the hub for news from across SCN's national network. Each month we share articles of interest, updates on our research portfolio, workshop and bursary opportunities, and the latest scientific publications.
#InCaseYouMissedIt: SCN interviewed Drs. David Thompson and Timothy Kieffer to discuss their research and clinical trial using stem cell-based devices to find a functional cure for those with type 1 diabetes. 🧬
Read more. ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/stem-cells/research-trainee-profiles/kieffer-and-thompson/?utm_source=x&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=kieffer_and_thompson @VCHhealthcare
#InCaseYouMissedIt: @jdrfcanada recently spoke with Dr. James Shapiro about the future of type 1 diabetes research. Read more. ⬇️
JDRF Canada speaks with Dr. James Shapiro about his hopes for the future of type 1 diabetes...
Dr. James Shapiro is a British-Canadian surgeon best known for leading the clinical team that developed the Edmonton...
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#InCaseYouMissedIt: SCN and @MbD_UofT hosted a Careers Beyond Academia session with Christa Studzinski, Director, Business Development & Partnerships, @OntarioBrain, and Paul Nagy, Medical Director, Specialty Care and Oncology, @gskca.
Check it out. ⬇️
Grande nouvelle! 🙌 @morphocelltech a annoncé avoir obtenu un financement de série A de 40 millions de dollars américains pour faire progresser son premier produit thérapeutique, ReLiver®,
(2/2) nouvelle plateforme de thérapie cellulaire qui promet de transformer le traitement des maladies du foie. Pour en savoir plus. ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/fr/morphocell-technologies-partenaire-industriel-du-rcs-obtient-un-financement-de-serie-a-de-40-m-us-pour-faire-progresser-reliver-une-therapie-cellulaire-novatrice-pour-les-maladies-du-foie/?utm_source=x&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=morphocell_technologies_series_a
Exciting news! 🙌 @MorphocellTech announced US$40M in Series A financing to advance its first therapeutic product, ReLiver®, a novel cell therapy platform that promises to transform the treatment of liver disease.
Read more. ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/scn-industry-partner-morphocell-technologies-secures-us40m-in-series-a-financing-to-advance-reliver-an-innovative-cell-therapy-for-liver-disease?utm_source=x&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=morphocell_technologies_series_a
Join @GairdnerAwards for the virtual Canada Gairdner Awards Announcement on April 11 at 10 AM ET when they announce the 2024 #GairdnerAwards laureates. 🇨🇦
Register here. ➡️ https://gairdner2024.virtualvenue.ca/
Are you a grad student, post-doc, or research/scientific associate interested in commercializing #BiotechProducts or transitioning into industry?
Apply for the Health Science Industry Training program. ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/training/workshops/health-science-industry-training/?utm_source=x&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=health_science_industry_training. @OBIOscience
⏰ Don't miss the deadline to apply for WSTEM TO's MentorSHE 2024 cohort!
In partnership with @instituteflow, this program offers a unique blend of professional career coaching and mentoring designed for #STEM women.
Apply before Monday, April 8. ⬇️
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Congratulations to @auer_r on her appointment as Executive VP of Research and Innovation at @ottawahospital and CEO and Scientific Director of the research institute! 🎉
We look forward to the advancements and contributions you'll make to the field of healthcare and research.
SCN is pleased to announce new appointments to its Trainee Communications Committee. 🙌
Welcome @nerecugo and @d_siriwardena! In addition, @TylerJWenzel has been appointed as Chair and @hollyjiogo as Vice-Chair.
For more information, please visit. ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/scn-welcomes-new-members-to-its-trainee-communications-committee/?utm_source=x&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=new_members_ttc
🚀 Exciting #JobOpportunity!
@aspectbiosys is hiring a VP, Process Development & Manufacturing. Lead the strategy and execution of process development and manufacturing activities for our pipeline of Bioprinted Tissue Therapeutics.
Apply here. ➡️ https://boards.greenhouse.io/aspectbiosystems/jobs/4006485008
Are you a grad student, post-doc, research assistant, or research associate working in the field of #StemCell and #RegenerativeMedicine? 🧬
Apply for the SCN International Travel Awards for conference travel between April 1 and June 30, 2024. ✈️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/training/workshops/stem-cell-network-international-travel-awards-2/?utm_source=x&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=stem_cell_network_international_travel_awards
Elevate your #RegenerativeMedicine research! 🚀
Apply for the Statistics for Regenerative Medicine workshop to gain crucial statistical insights for experimental design and analysis with Dr. Brian Cox from @uoft. 📊
Deadline to apply: Tuesday, May 7. ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/training/workshops/statistics-for-rm-researchers/?utm_source=x&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=statistics_for_regenerative_medicine_researchers
Today, #StemCellTalks will kick off in Hamilton! 🚀
High-school students will explore the world of #StemCells and their role in #CancerResearch at @McMasterU.🧬 @StemCellTalks @LetsTalkScience
Heartfelt tribute in the @globeandmail about Dr. Connie Eaves, a trailblazer in #StemCell and #CancerResearch.
Learn more about her remarkable career and lasting impact. ⬇️ @BCCancer
CELLULAR BIOLOGIST EXPLORED THE ORIGINS OF CERTAIN CANCERS | The Globe and Mail (Ontario Edition)
The distinguished scientist, among the ‘titans of hematopoietic research,’ made key discoveries about ...
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Exciting news! @StemCellTalks is back! 🎉
Supported by Canada's Stem Cell Network and @LetsTalkScience, this national initiative promotes stem cell discovery and dialogue in high school classrooms across Canada. 🇨🇦
And guess what? @StemCellTalks is expanding to St. John's, Newfoundland! Follow along for updates as the Esseltine Lab @MemorialU brings #StemCellTalks to Atlantic Canada. 👏
@Professeltine @LetsTalkScience #StemCells #ScienceEducation
#InCaseYouMissedIt: Check out the latest paper on #Apelin treatment of #MuscularDystrophy in @ScienceTM!
Huge congratulations to all the collabs and experimental lead @USherbrooke: @FeigeLab, @DumontN_Lab, @ELM_ELM_ELM_ELM, @liu_yuguo, and Jasmin Collerette-Tremblay! 👏
📢 #JOBALERT: @aspectbiosys is hiring a Vice President, Process Development & Manufacturing.
Lead the strategy and execution of process development and manufacturing activities for the pipeline of Bioprinted Tissue Therapeutics. Learn more and apply. ➡️ https://jobs.lever.co/aspect-bio/cd8419b2-c23c-4d35-8476-2ffe7896eaba
SCN's @cate_murray1 and Jon Draper were in London this week for the Advanced Therapies Congress 2024.
The Congress aimed to exchange insights and strategies for advancing cell and #GeneTherapy development. Many great discussions and opportunities to create new connections. 🤝
#InCaseYouMissedIt: Dr. Florian Bentzinger's (@usherbrooke) team aims to understand and repair deteriorating #StemCell infrastructure, offering hope for #MuscularDystrophy and age-related muscle wasting. 🧬
Read more in the latest Insights Blog. ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Florian-Bentzinger-Insights-Blog.pdf