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The ISSCR Announces Montréal as the Location for its 2026 Annual Meeting 8-11 July 2026
Stem cell scientists from around the world will gather in Montréal, Canada, from 8–11 July 2026 for the International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) 2026 Annual Meeting. This global event will unite experts who are leading progress in stem cell research and regenerative medicine. The meeting will center around five key scientific themes curated by the 2026 Annual Meeting Program Committee.

New Guidance from ISSCR Ethics Committee Clarifies Scientific Justification for Stem Cell and Embryo Research
In an article published today in Stem Cell Reports complements the 2021 ISSCR Guidelines for Stem Cell Research and Clinical Translation, providing essential clarification on what constitutes “adequate and appropriate scientific justification” in studies involving human pluripotent stem cells, embryos, and related research.

ISSCR Statement on the Scientific and Therapeutic Value of Human Embryonic Stem Cell Research
Human embryonic stem (hES) cells represent a foundational platform in stem cell science. Their capacity for sustained self-renewal and pluripotency—the ability to differentiate into all cell types in the body—enables critical research into human development, disease mechanisms, and the development of new regenerative medicines.

The ISSCR Welcomes New Vice President, Treasurer, Clerk, and Directors
The International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) is pleased to announce the results of its 2025 election and to welcome new leaders to the ISSCR Executive Committee and Board of Directors.

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