Regenerative Medicine – Nov 17

Our understanding of stem cells has exploded in recent years, promising transformative therapies — and even cures — for a myriad of diseases. Come learn about the many types of stem cells in the human body, and how they are being used to develop treatments for diseases including immune deficiencies, sickle cell disease, thalassemia, diabetes, kidney disease, osteoarthritis, and eye diseases. See how these groundbreaking therapies have changed the course of so many lives.

Both of our speakers hail from the California Institute of Regenerative Medicine (CIRM). Dr. Lisa Kadyk is CIRM's Associate Director of Therapeutics, and Yimy Villa is CIRM's Marketing Communications Manager.