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The International Society for Stem Cell Research Honors Dr. Allen Eaves and the Late Dr. Connie Eaves with the 2026 ISSCR Lifetime Achievement Award
The International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) today announced that Dr. Allen Eaves, and the late Dr. Connie Eaves have been named recipients of the 2026 ISSCR Lifetime Achievement Award. This prestigious honor recognizes their transformative contributions to stem cell science, leukemia research, mentorship, and the global biotechnology ecosystem.
The ISSCR to Open Elections for Officers and Directors 20 February 2026; Must be a Member in Good Standing to Cast a Ballot
Casting a ballot to elect ISSCR’s leadership for the Board of Directors offers members the opportunity to help shape the Society’s priorities. This year, elections will open on 20 February 2026. Community members interested in selecting our future leaders must have an active ISSCR membership by 11:59 PM EST (USA) 19 February 2026.
The ISSCR to Offer Travel Awards to KSSCR Members to Attend ISSCR 2026 in Montreal
The ISSCR has allocated travel award support specifically for members of the Korean Society for Stem Cell Research (KSSCR) who submit abstracts and attend the ISSCR 2026 Annual Meeting in Montreal, Canada taking place 8-11 July 2026. The allocation is made possible through the donation of speaker reimbursements by principals of ISSCR who attended the KSSCR Annual Meeting last year.
Aviv Regev to Deliver Keynote Address at ISSCR 2026 Annual Meeting in Montréal
The International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) is pleased to announce that Aviv Regev, PhD, Head of Research and Early Development at Genentech, will serve as a keynote speaker at the ISSCR 2026 Annual Meeting, co-sponsored by STEMCELL Technologies. The meeting will take place 8-11 July 2026 in Montréal, Canada.
Dr. Regev will speak during the Plenary Session, Tissue Stem Cells in Physiology and Disease, which will explore the mechanisms that drive tissue remodeling, adaptation, and regeneration in both healthy and diseased states.
Working Group Members Appointed to the Global Workforce Development in Stem Cell Research and Regenerative Medicine Initiative
The International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) and the Stem Cell Network (SCN) today announced the appointment of an international working group comprising trainees and early career scientists to advance a new Global Workforce Development in Stem Cell Research and Regenerative Medicine Initiative. Through this joint effort, the organizations are convening a global dialogue on how the field can better prepare, support, and sustain the next generation of stem cell scientists across diverse career paths and regions.
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