EESCN News and Publications
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Newsletters
2007
2006
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Other reports and publications
2006
Stem Cells: From Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine to Policy
A Conference Report
New knowledge from research into stem cell biology offers a number of insights into how cells develop and specialise which has meant that work in this field has huge potential to benefit human health. Stem cell-based therapies and technologies may be used to treat a variety of conditions ranging from degenerative diseases such as multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease to the repair of damaged bone or tissue.
The translation of breakthroughs in stem cell science into tangible medical advances requires not just researchers involved in fundamental research, but those with expertise in clinical medicine, tissue engineering, bioprocessing and drug development. Additionally, a range of regulatory, legal and policy issues must also be addressed to ensure that stem cell medicine develops within an appropriate framework that maintains public confidence.
The East of England Stem Cell Network's international symposium Stem Cells: From Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine to Policy took place on 19th- 20th April 2006, at Robinson College, Cambridge, UK. Over two hundred delegates heard about the latest scientific research taking place in Cambridge, and across the country, as well as the most recent national and international perspectives on the governance and regulation of this field.
This international symposium covered basic and translational stem cell research, as well as issues of regulation and policy and was organised by the University of Cambridge, Imperial College London and the University of East Anglia with the support of the East of England Stem Cell Network.
Ethical, Legal and Social Issues in Stem Cell Therapy (2nd Edition)
A Briefing Paper supported by EESCN
An Overview of Stem Cell Research in the East of England
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2005
EESCN response to Department of Health consultation on the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act
View a PDF of the EESCN response to this consulation by clicking here.
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