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Catriona H M Jamieson1, Maria T Millan2, Abla A Creasey2
1UC San Diego, 2880 Torrey Pines Scenic Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037-0695, USA.
The CIRM Alpha Stem Cell Clinic Network facilitates FDA-regulated clinical trials for incurable diseases. This network addresses challenges in stem cell therapy research for patients with unmet medical needs.
Area of Science:
- Regenerative Medicine
- Clinical Trials
- Stem Cell Therapy
Background:
- The California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) established the Alpha Stem Cell Clinic (ASCC) Network in 2015.
- There is a significant unmet medical need for stem cell-based treatments for severe, incurable diseases.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the multi-center experiences of the ASCC Network.
- To highlight current and future challenges in conducting stem cell clinical trials.
Main Methods:
- Multi-center collaboration within the ASCC Network.
- Focus on FDA-regulated, rigorous clinical trial processes.
Main Results:
- The ASCC Network has gained experience in managing complex stem cell clinical trials.
- Identified challenges in the execution of these trials.
Conclusions:
- The ASCC Network is crucial for advancing stem cell therapies.
- Addressing identified challenges is key to future success in treating incurable diseases.
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