2009 World Stem Cell Summit (Maryland, USA)

21 September 2009

The Baltimore Convention Centre
Maryland, USA

The World Stem Cell Summit is the flagship event, bringing together the founding visionary researchers, clinicians, business pathfinders, key policy-makers, regulators, advocates, experts in law and ethics to present compelling presentations, share information, and together chart the future of regenerative medicine.

Presented by the Genetics Policy Institute, the 2009 Summit is hosted by Johns Hopkins University, the University System of Maryland, Maryland DepaSrtment of Business and Economic Development, Maryland Technology Development Corporation and Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund.

Conference Topics:

2009 panel discussions will focus on the science, business, policy, law and ethics of all stem cell types including human embryonic stem cells, adult stem cells and induced pluripotent stem cells.

To maximize the potential of stem cell research, the 2009 World Stem Cell Summit program is designed to cover the field’s most pressing topics including: progressive research strategies, translational and preclinical findings, cross disciplinary initiatives, drug discovery, funding opportunities (federal, public and private), commercialization plans, technology transfer platforms, venture capital insight, market trends, regulatory issues, ethical and societal implications, philanthropic opportunities, medical tourism challenges, cell banking projects, intellectual property landscapes, insurance questions, international perspectives, clinical use and the 2009-10 advocacy agenda.

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