About the Stem Cell Network
Building Canada’s stem cell and regenerative medicine (RM) research sector has been the raison d’être of the Stem Cell Network (SCN) since its inception in 2001.
SCN’s new Strategic Plan, IGNITE, provides the road map for Canadian research success in the stem cell and regenerative medicine sector.
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Stem cells are our bodies’ building blocks. They are different from other cells because they have the potential to differentiate into any cell type and can renew themselves, which means they can heal blood, tissue and organs.
Stem Cell Network launches a new national research funding competition in regenerative medicine
CellLines is the hub for news from across SCN's national network. Each month we share articles of interest, updates on our research portfolio, workshop and bursary opportunities, and the latest scientific publications.
📢 Ph.D. position available in Dr. Bolduc’s Lab! The project focuses on assessing #immunomodulatory and pro-angiogenic activities of adipose-derived stem/stromal cells on electrospun scaffolds. 🧬
Learn more and apply here. ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/PHD-post-BolducLab.pdf
⏰ Don't miss the upcoming deadline!
Enhance your leadership skills and discover how to effectively lead multi-generational teams at our virtual workshop on October 2, 2024. 🗓️
The deadline to register is October 1, 2024. Apply here. ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/training/workshops/virtual-workshop-how-to-lead-and-engage-high-performing-multi-generational-teams/?utm_source=x&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=ECRC_virtual_workshop @CFCanada
(1/2) En cette #Journéemondialedupoumon🫁, joignez-vous à l’animatrice de la série #CellulesSouches depuis le canapé du RCS, @JoannaLV, qui sera en compagnie du Dr Bernard Thébaud (@LabThebaud).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SwpILTb2J0&list=PLeXYwnb92ytSUWWUYrPnuDYu9qNwc1I4v&index=1
(2/2) 🛋️Les recherches du Dr Thébaud portent sur la #dysplasiebronchopulmonaire, une maladie pulmonaire chronique qui touche les prématurés. 👶
@OttawaHospital @uOttawaMed @UOttawaResearch
On #WorldLungDay 🫁, join SCN’s @JoannaLV, as she chats with Dr. Bernard Thébaud (@LabThebaud) on #StemCells From the Sofa. His work focuses on #BronchopulmonaryDysplasia, a chronic lung disease affecting preterm infants.👶 @OttawaHospital @UOttawaResearch
(1/2) 🔔 La période de soumission des LI pour l’actuel concours de financement du RCS est maintenant terminée! Merci à tous les demandeurs. 🙌
Les demandeurs dont la LI a été sélectionnée seront informés qu’ils peuvent passer à la phase de la demande complète.
(2/2) 📢 Si vous avez manqué cette ronde de subventions, ne vous en faites pas! Restez en contact avec le RCS pour obtenir les dernières nouvelles sur nos futures possibilités de financement en visitant notre site Web ou en vous abonnant à notre bulletin. https://stemcellnetwork.ca/
1/2) 🔔 The LOI submission period for SCN's current funding competition is now closed! Thank you to all who submitted. 🙌
Successful applicants will be notified if their LOI has been selected to proceed to the full application phase.
(2/2) 📢 If you missed this round, don’t worry! Stay connected with SCN for future funding opportunities. Visit our website or subscribe to our newsletter for the latest updates on upcoming funding opportunities. https://stemcellnetwork.ca/
Don't miss out! Vote for your favourite #SciArt in the #CellsISee contest hosted by SCN and @CCRM_ca. The cell image with the most likes will win the People's Choice Award at #TMM2024. ✅
Visit @CCRM_ca’s Facebook page to vote until October 9. ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/commercializinglivingtherapies/posts/pfbid029xAt2uEDniNvgcFeYrujtrJXDzpGpr6QBrBZoXS1X5EvhgsyANipjoSgrdtx74rrl?rdid=TPUUkqFMvqfNFXyh
Missed the first Careers Beyond Academia session? No worries—we’ve got you covered!
Check out the first session with Drs. Francis Jeanson and Brendan Behan as they explore "Information, Informatics, and Data Governance, Ethics & Privacy.” @MbD_UofT
⏰ The deadline is around the corner!
Don’t miss the 3rd Annual Western Organoid Workshop at @WesternU! Attendees can look forward to an exciting day of rapid-fire presentations, poster sessions, and insightful talks. Register here. ⬇️ https://uwo.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8f9k473nJaYlk6a
Nous sommes ravis qu'Amie Phinney se joigne au RCS comme V.-P., commercialisation et mobilisation de l’industrie!
Amie a une formation en recherche biomédicale et une expertise en dév. commercial et en collaborations scientifiques axées sur la préparation à l'investissement!
We’re delighted to announce that Amie Phinney has joined the SCN team as VP of Commercialization and Industry Engagement!
Amie has a background in biomedical research, with expertise in business development and scientific collaborations focused on investment readiness.
⏰DERNIER RAPPEL : Transmettez votre LI pour le concours national de financement de la recherche du RCS en #MédRégén d'ici demain.
Rappel : une LI doit être transmise pour être considéré pour la prochaine étape du processus de demande. ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/fr/recherche/possibilites-de-financement-de-la-recherche/
⏰ FINAL CALL: Submit your LOI for SCN's national research funding competition #RegenerativeMedicine by tomorrow!
Reminder: An LOI must be submitted to be considered for the next stage of the application process. ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/research/research-funding-opportunities/
Votre recherche est-elle axée sur les questions éthiques, juridiques, sociales ou d’économie de la santé soulevées par la #MédRégén?
Présentez dès aujourd'hui au RCS une demande de subv. de soutien aux projets à fort impact, filière des QEJS et de l’ES! ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/fr/recherche/possibilites-de-financement-de-la-recherche/?utm_source=x&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=research_funding_competition
Is your research focused on the ethical, legal, social, or health economic implications of #RegenMed? 🔬
Apply for SCN's Impact Awards: Ethical, Legal and Social Implications & Health Economics Stream today! ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/research/research-funding-opportunities/?utm_source=x&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=research_funding_competition
(1/2) Vous menez des expériences de démonstration d’un principe, y compris pour le développement de nouvelles approches thérapeutiques ou techniques pour faire progresser une thérapie de #MédRégén?
(2/2) Présentez dès aujourd'hui une demande de subvention de soutien aux projets à fort impact du RCS! ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/fr/recherche/possibilites-de-financement-de-la-recherche/
Are you conducting proof-of-principle experiments, including the development of novel therapeutic or technical approaches, to advance #RegenMed therapies?
Apply for SCN's Impact Awards today! ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/research/research-funding-opportunities/?utm_source=x&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=research_funding_competition
📢 Calling all ECRs!
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your leadership skills and build more inclusive and diverse research teams.
Register now and take the next step in your research career! ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/training/workshops/virtual-workshop-how-to-lead-and-engage-high-performing-multi-generational-teams/?utm_source=x&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=ECRC_virtual_workshop @CFCanada
(1/2) Vous cherchez des fonds pour soutenir un partenariat universitaire avec une entreprise biotechnologique canadienne émergente de #MédRégén afin de favoriser l’application clinique ou la commercialisation de technologies ou de thérapies novatrices?
(2/2) Présentez dès aujourd'hui au RCS une demande de subvention de soutien aux partenariats biotechnologiques! ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/fr/recherche/possibilites-de-financement-de-la-recherche/
Are you seeking funding to support an academic partnership with an emerging Canadian #RegenMed biotechnology company to bring innovative technologies or therapies to the clinic or market?
Apply for SCN's Fueling Biotechnology Partnerships Awards today! ➡️ https://stemcellnetwork.ca/research/research-funding-opportunities/?utm_source=x&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=research_funding_competition