ISSCR hosts free Earth Day webinar Stem Cells for Species Conservation – EurekAlert

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As our planet faces unprecedented biodiversity loss, stem cell scientists will unveil how cutting-edge scientific advancements offer a lifeline for endangered species, allowing us to replicate and preserve the intricate tapestry of life that inhabits Earth.

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Join the International Society of Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) to celebrate Earth Day on 22 April 2024 by diving into the science of conservation, where the potential of stem cells is harnessed to foster a more sustainable and biodiverse future. This enlightening webinarco-hosted by Ashlee Hutchinson and Jun Wu will spotlight the revolutionary intersection of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), embryo models and genome engineering technologies with the noble cause of species preservation.

As our planet faces unprecedented biodiversity loss, this program will unveil how cutting-edge scientific advancements offer a lifeline for endangered species, allowing us to replicate and preserve the intricate tapestry of life that inhabits Earth. The webinar will explore the latest breakthroughs, ethical considerations, challenges, and future directions in the field, showcasing how these technologies not only deepen our understanding of biology but also equip us with the tools to combat extinction.

Organizers Ashlee Hutchinson, PhD, Revive & Restore, Australia Jun Wu, PhD, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, USA

Presenters Jef Boeke, PhD, NYU Langone Health, USA Eriona Hysolli, PhD, Colossal Biosciences, USA Nikki Traylor-Knowles, PhD, University of Miami, USA Katsuhiko Hayashi, PhD, Osaka University, Japan Jeanne Loring, PhD, Scripps Research Institute, USA Gabriela Mastromonaco, PhD, Toronto Zoo, Canada Oliver Ryder, PhD, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, USA Jun Wu, PhD, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, USA Qi-Long Ying, PhD, University of Southern California, USA

This webinar is free for anyone interested in species conservation and stem cells. Learn more and register. Media should contact kkilbourne@isscr.orgfor more information.

About the International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR.org) With nearly 5,000 members from more than 70 countries, the International Society for Stem Cell Research is the preeminent global, cross-disciplinary, science-based organization dedicated to stem cell research and its translation to the clinic. The ISSCR mission is to promote excellence in stem cell science and applications to human health. Additional information about stem cell science is available AboutStemCells.org, an initiative of the Society to inform the public about stem cell research and its potential.

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