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Sanford Stem Cell Institute Seminar Series

The Sanford Stem Cell Institute Seminar Series is CME accredited and features twice-monthly lectures that delve into the topics of stem cell science and regenerative medicine. Zoom and in-person attendance options are available, and RSVP is not required. All are welcome, including physicians, other medical professionals, researchers, faculty, academic leaders, students and members of the general public.

 

February 2026

 

Ophir Klien"Design Principles of Development and Renewal Across the Oral–Gut Axis." Ophir Klein, MD, PhD, Executive Director, Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children’s and Executive Vice Dean for Children’s Services.

Thursday, Feb. 16, 9:30-10:30 a.m. 

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March 2026

 

Ophir Klien"Environmental Signals in Developmental Hematopoiesis: Consequences for Stem Cell Fate and Tissue Immunity." Anna Beaudin, PhD, Professor and Associate Chief of Basic Research Adjunct Professor, Departments of Pathology and Human Genetics Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine University of Utah, Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine, University of Utah

Thursday, March 12, 9:30-10:30 a.m. 

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2026 Series Speakers & Dates (download)

 

CME Accreditation Statement:
The UC San Diego School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The UC San Diego School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s). Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

 

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of the activity, the participants will be able to:
  • Treat patients with stem cells more effectively as a result of multidisciplinary discussion
  • Disseminate the latest research and clinical advances on stem cells and regenerative medicine to promote improved strategies and methodologies
  • Promote further investigation into topics involving stem cells and regenerative medicine
  • Translate stem cell and regenerative medicine research from bench to bedside