Written by Holly Alyssa MacCormick James DeKloe, a distinguished professor of biotechnology and bio-manufacturing at Solano Community College, knows firsthand the importance of life sciences. It why he's so passionate about the CIRM program at Solano Community College known as Creating Opportunities through Mentorship and Partnership Across Stem Cell Science, or COMPASS. It's personal Speaking at a recent presentation for the California … Continue reading James DeKloe and CIRM trainees discuss COMPASS program
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20 Years of CIRM: Building the Workforce
In celebration of the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM)’s 20th anniversary, we have been reflecting on some of the early projects, particularly the education and training programs, that we supported and their outcomes. In the beginning Today, we’re looking at our first set of grants, which we awarded in 2006 to support training programs … Continue reading 20 Years of CIRM: Building the Workforce
Stem Cell Awareness: What are stem cells and why research is important
Have you heard of stem cells but don't know what they are or why they are essential in medical research? In celebration of Stem Cell Awareness Day, the second Wednesday in October that is dedicated to educating about the importance of stem cells, the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) is providing this guide on … Continue reading Stem Cell Awareness: What are stem cells and why research is important
A new generation in the golden era of regenerative medicine
CIRM CEO and President, Jonathan 'JT' Thomas, speaking in front of conference attendees. At this year's California Institute for Regenerative Medicine Trainee Networking Conference, the young scientists assembled heard it loud and clear: this is the time, and California is the place for regenerative medicine. “You’re in the golden era of biomedical innovation,” said CIRM … Continue reading A new generation in the golden era of regenerative medicine
A CIRM Bridges Trainee’s Path into Regenerative Medicine
Josh Nelson, a former technical director for various theaters, tapped into CIRM's Bridges program at Cal Poly Humbolt to establish a career in regenerative medicine research.
How CIRM’s high school internship program inspired this scientist’s career path
Photos courtesy of Rashi Ranjan Each year, interns and trainees from the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) education and training programs celebrate achievements, whether that’s making new discoveries in their cell and gene therapy research or advancing to the next phase of their professional journey. This summer, Rashi Ranjan—a former SPARK high school intern—is … Continue reading How CIRM’s high school internship program inspired this scientist’s career path
CIRM’s Annual SPARK Conference Showcases the Trailblazers of Tomorrow
More than 110 student scientists from around California showcased their enthusiasm, passion and “spark” for regenerative medicine and stem cell research at this year’s annual CIRM SPARK Conference. Hosted by Cedars Sinai from Aug. 8-9 in Los Angeles, this year’s event showcased the extraordinary potential of high school students who are poised to become the … Continue reading CIRM’s Annual SPARK Conference Showcases the Trailblazers of Tomorrow
High school SPARK intern presents stem cell research
Earlier this year, CIRM welcomed many energetic, enthusiastic high school students to the 2022 SPARK Program annual conference in Oakland. The SPARK program is one of the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine’s (CIRM) many programs dedicated to building a diverse and highly skilled workforce to support the growing regenerative medicine economy right here in California. … Continue reading High school SPARK intern presents stem cell research
Using Legos to explain the power of stem cells
Explaining science is hard. Explaining stem cells, with their unique complexities, can be even harder, especially to a non-scientific audience. Keep it simple That’s why, when we received this blog submission from a CIRM SPARK Program intern through UCSF’s High School Intern Program (HIP), we knew we had to share it with our readers: a … Continue reading Using Legos to explain the power of stem cells
How one student overcame uncertainty in CIRM’s high school internship program
CIRM's SPARK program gives high school students a chance to spend their summer working in a world-class stem cell research facility here in California. At the end of their internship, they write about their experiences and what they learned. The winner As always, we received many wonderful submissions, so choosing a winner was particularly tough. … Continue reading How one student overcame uncertainty in CIRM’s high school internship program