As the world has been rocked by the COVID-19 pandemic, most in-person conferences have been canceled or switched to online formats. This goes for stem cell conferences too. However, stem cell conferences are still happening in 2021, albeit mostly virtual.
Here is your complete guide to virtual stem cell conferences in 2021. Learn more below to decide which ones to attend. For ease of reference, they are organized by date.
International Conference on Gastric Cancer and Cancer Stem Cell
Conference Name: International Conference on Gastric Cancer and Cancer Stem Cell
Dates: January 7-8, 2021
Location: Virtual
More information can be found at the link here.
Attend Tokyo’s digital international conference, focusing on gastric cancer and cancer stem cell research. From January 7-8, 2021, you can meet and listen to top researchers and scientists about ongoing research trends in the field of gastric cancer and cancer stem cell.
You have already missed out on the early bird registration fee, but there is still plenty of time to register to attend.
International Conference on Cancer Stem Cells and Metastatic Growth
Conference Name: International Conference on Cancer Stem Cells and Metastatic Growth
Dates: January 28-29, 2021 (Dubai) and March 25-26, 2021 (Madrid)
Location: Virtual
From March 25-26, 2021, take a (virtual) trip to Dubai or Madrid. The International Conference on Cancer Stem Cells and Metastatic Growth will happen on those dates. Hear from experts representing universities and research facilities from the US, Italy, Iran, India, China, Sudan, and more.
Check the links for early registration deadlines, so you can take advantage of the lower registration fees now.
Stem Cells and Global Sustainability
Conference Name: Stem Cells and Global Sustainability
Dates: February 3, 10, 17, and 21, 2021
Location: Virtual
Find more information at the link here.
As an important topic in the scientific community, this conference will look at the intersection of stem cells and global sustainability. By looking at the conservation of wildlife in addition to clean meat habits, the conference will focus on finding solutions to ongoing roadblocks in global sustainability due to unethical animal agriculture.
This conference is part of the International Society for Stem Cell Research’s digital conference series.
International Society of Cell & Gene Therapy (ISCT) 2021
Conference Name: International Society of Cell & Gene Therapy (ISCT) 2021
Dates: May 26 – 28, 2021
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Find more information at the link here.
This annual meeting of the ISCT will feature 50+ presentations with three live tracks, complete with Q&A and on-demand access. The themed program content will be centered around core issues related to cell and gene therapy translation. If you’d like to submit an abstract, may sure you get it in by January 25th.
Advanced Therapies Week
Conference Name: Advanced Therapies Week
Dates: June 8-11, 2021
Location: Miami, Florida
Find more information at the link here.
Learn more about the global market for cell and gene therapies at Advanced Therapies Week. Hosted by Phacilitate, this is one of the largest and best stem cell conferences held each year. Meet with biotech companies, suppliers, investors, and other professionals to build connections from across the field.
While this is tentatively scheduled as an in-person event, the conference team is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation. Make sure you sign up for updates on their website.
World Stem Cell Summit 2021
Conference Name: World Stem Cell Summit 2021
Dates: June 14-17, 2021
Location: Winston-Salem, North Carolina and Virtual
Find more information at the link here.
This global stem cell conference is a project of the Regenerative Medicine Foundation (RMF). In past years, it was co-hosted with Phacilitate’s Advanced Therapies Week, but this year the conference is being held in separately in Winston-Salem, NC (and virtually).
This organization is committed to innovative medicine done ethically and bringing together the world’s top experts to discuss the therapeutic potential of stem cells.
International Society for Stem Cell Research 2021 Virtual
Conference Name: International Society for Stem Cell Research 2021 Virtual Conference
Dates: June 21-26, 2021
Location: Virtual
More information can be found at the link here.
The International Society for Stem Cell Research has an annual conference as well. This year’s annual conference is, of course, virtual. The ISSCR’s annual conference is one of many advanced stem cell conferences that brings scientists together with business leaders, leaders in ethics, as well as educators from around the world.
There is still time to register for the conference or submit your own research for inclusion. You also have until February 24, 2021, to submit an abstract of your research.
Global Experts Meeting on Frontiers in Cell & Stem Cell Research
Conference Name: Global Experts Meeting on Frontiers in Cell & Stem Cell Research
Dates: September 20-22, 2021
Location: Virtual
More information can be found at the link here.
Here is a great conference focusing on the frontiers in stem cell research. The subtitle of their conference is “Novel Stem Cell Research: It is Not Growing, It is Exploding.” Frontiers Meeting helps run and host this stem cell conference.
It appears to be a general meeting for experts around the world about learn about successes in stem cell research. You can visit their website to get more information.
Stem Cells: From Basic Science to Clinical Translation
Conference Name: Stem Cells: From Basic Science to Clinical Translation
Dates: October 27-29, 2021
Location: Tokyo, Japan
More information can be found at the link here.
Working in collaboration, the International Society for Stem Cell Research and the Japanese Society for Regenerative Medicine have teamed up to offer a conference on a variety of topics related to stem cell research.
Whether you are wanting to know more about stem cell research or clinical advances, you’ll add to your knowledge at this lively conference. Join them for expert presentations or listen in on a panel discussion about the ethical issues of stem cell research.
Global Stem Cell Conferences
There are so many stem cell conferences for you to choose from. Of course, you can attend more than one. Attending stem cell conferences during a global pandemic has its pros: for most of them, you won’t need to leave your home or travel far to attend.
Which stem cell conference is your favorite? Did we miss any that should be one this list?
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