CIRM has produced videos highlighting the experiences of participants from our educational and training programs. At the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM), we are passionate about catalyzing growth in regenerative medicine while championing inclusivity. One of CIRM’s strategic goals is to build a diverse and skilled workforce that represents the rich tapestry of California's … Continue reading [VIDEO] Igniting innovation: How CIRM is bringing new and diverse perspectives in regenerative medicine
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Why the future of regenerative medicine depends on students getting a living wage
The headline in the journal Nature was intended to grab attention and it definitely did that. It read: ‘The scandal of researchers paid less than a living wage’ The rest of the article built on that saying “The cost-of-living crisis is a fundamental threat for PhD scholars and early-career researchers. They need to be paid … Continue reading Why the future of regenerative medicine depends on students getting a living wage
How this scientist changed paths to become a stem cell researcher
Aaliyah Staples-West didn’t originally envision becoming a stem cell researcher. As a student at San Diego State University, she admits that she sometimes struggled with reading protocols or finishing experiments on time. She also was originally studying chemistry, a very distinct scientific field from regenerative medicine. But when she saw a post on Instagram about … Continue reading How this scientist changed paths to become a stem cell researcher
Stem Cell Agency Invests $46 Million in New Education Program
CIRM Bridges students 2022. The CIRM Board approved funding for a program to help even more students advance a career in science. The governing Board of the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) has approved $46,076,430 to invest in its newest education pillar- the COMPASS (Creating Opportunities through Mentorship and Partnership Across Stem cell Science) … Continue reading Stem Cell Agency Invests $46 Million in New Education Program
The Stem Cellar 