Innovators in Stem Cell Research
All around the world, researchers and scientists study stem cells and there application in modern medicine, but out of every institute and scientist, there are a few whom have made significant contributions to the progression of regenerative medicine through stem cell therapies. Below are a few renowned innovators and what makes them so significant in the world of regenerative medicine. Click on the company logos to visit their websites.
National Institute of Health (NIH)
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The National Institutes of Health (NIH), a part of the United States Department of Health and Human Services.
NIH research is progressing on multiple fronts to learn more about stem cell and to create patient-specific cells for in-depth study of many diseases.
In recent years, over one billion dollars has been spent annually on stem cell research by NIH.
The ability to create iPS cells is a significant breakthrough, since the reprogramming technique is relatively simple to perform with standard laboratory methods, and because skin cells are easy to gather and grow.
California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM)
California's Stem Cell Agency was created in 2004 when 59% of California voters approved Proposition 71: the California Stem Cell Research and Cures Initiative. Proposition 71 allocated a total of $3 billion. With funding from CIRM, California has become a world-leader in stem cell research. As the largest source of funding for stem cell research outside the National Institutes of Health, CIRM supports innovative research programs focused on accelerating treatments to patients with unmet medical needs.
International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR)
The International Society for Stem Cell Research is an independent, nonprofit organization that has more than four-thousand members from over sixty nations around the world and promotes global collaboration among the world’s most talented and committed stem cell scientists and physicians to develop effective new medical treatments. They hope to "encourage the general field of research involving stem cells, and to promote professional and public education in all areas of stem cell research and application."
UC Davis Institute for Regenerative Cures
UC Davis’ Stem Cell Program brings together a range of experts and collaborative partners at the UC Davis Institute for Regenerative Cures, which is located on the UC Davis campus in Sacramento.
Supported by the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM), the $62 million facility is the center for collaborative science that is advancing breakthrough discoveries designed to bring stem cell therapies to patients all around the world. For patients suffering from chronic disease or injury, UC Davis is a leader in advancing the promise of effective stem cell therapies.
Harvard Stem Cell Institute (HSCI)
In 2004, Harvard founded the Harvard Stem Cell Institute (HSCI) to "pursue the promise of stem cell science and regenerative medicine."
HSCI's mission is "advancing the understanding of the potential of stem cell biology [and] ... bringing stem cell-based treatments to patients as quickly as possible."
HSCI is a network of stem cell scientists that extends from the University and to its affiliated hospitals.
Stem cell researchers in all the departments, schools, institutes, and affiliated hospitals of Harvard are able to work together to develop treatments and cures for patients everywhere.
Harvard Stem Cell Institute is funded entirely by private philanthropy.
Stanford Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine
The institute was established in 2002 to set the foundations for the creation of a new field of science: regenerative medicine.
Stanford Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine's mission is to "translate [their] knowledge into dramatic new medical therapies for some of the world’s most serious and intractable afflictions [and] ... train the next generation of stem cell researchers."
The institute is one of the leading institutions in stem cell research and therapy and was among the first to successfully translate stem cell research discoveries into effective treatments for patients.
StemGenex - Stem Cell Research Centre
StemGenex Stem Cell Research Centre is one of the worldwide pioneers in providing stem cell therapy to patients globally and is dedicated to assisting patients reach optimum health and better quality of life through regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy.
StemGenex's mission is to "provide quality stem cell treatments and exceed patient expectations ... [as well as] ensure patients with unmet clinical needs have access to safe and effective stem cell therapies."
Stem Cell Institute of America
The Stem Cell Institute of America says that their purpose is "to help answer questions concerning Regenerative Cell Therapy to improve the lives of patients all over the United States."
Stem Cell Institute of America utilizes regenerative options to help our patients attain their wellness goals and achieve a higher quality of life.
U.S. Stem Cell
U.S. Stem Cell is a biotechnology company "focused on the discovery, development and, subject to regulatory approval, commercialization of autologous cell therapies for the treatment of various diseases and injuries."
U.S. Stem Cell is an emerging leader in the worldwide development of stem cell therapies and novel regenerative medicine solutions.
U.S. Stem Cell also trains and certifies physicians from around the world in the administration of stem cell therapies and protocols and has already trained more than 700 physicians around the world
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