2026 Sanford Stem Cell Institute Symposium
Save the Date: October 15-16, 2026
The Sanford Stem Cell Institute Symposium is a two-day multidisciplinary event highlighting recent breakthroughs in regenerative medicine, bringing together over 700 attendees from across the globe, 13 sponsors and partners, and over 40 academic poster presentations.
2025 Symposium Agenda
This annual meeting brings together research and clinical experts to advance translational applications of stem cell medicine. Interested UC San Diego investigators, their research teams, academic collaborators, the scientific community, and the public are encouraged to attend.
This Symposium aims to bring together stakeholders from academia, industry, government, and the public to discuss developments in the field for turning stem cell-based therapies into approved products for patients in need. The program will highlight stem cell regeneration in several disease areas and will include interactive discussion panels regarding stem cells and biotech, stem cell clinical trials, and stem cells in space and other industries.
Hosted by:
Catriona Jamieson, MD, PhD, Director, Sanford Stem Cell Institute and Chief of the Division of Regenerative Medicine
2025 Poster Abstracts
View the full set of poster abstracts here.
Sponsorships
Sponsorships are now available. Industry leaders and companies are invited to sponsor and attend the annual Symposium for unique and meaningful ways to connect with virtual and in-person attendees. Contact Nick Knote-Macias (nkmacias@ucsd.edu) for more information.
Videos of Past Symposia
Watch our past Symposia at the links below.
2025 (coming soon)