2009, Monday the 26th of October at the Palais des Nations
UNOG (United Nations Office Geneva), Switzerland

Stem cell research and therapy continues to make significant advancements in medical treatments. The aim of the conference is to showcase these developments with focus on regenerative medicine. Conclusions to 2008 presentations and debates put adult stem cells firmly on the map of advanced and promising clinical applications. This conference investigate new areas of research from the laboratory to current clinic uses. 

Welcome cocktail address, Mandarin Oriental Hotel, by Prof. Pierre-François Unger Minister of Economy and Public Health, République et Canton de Genève, SWITZERLAND

Introduction by Prof. Luc Montagnier Nobel Prize of Medicine 2008
« Fighting for Life: Prevention is Better Than Cure »

Focus on Stem Cells for Advanced Therapies, the State of the Art
Moderator Prof. Bashir A. Zikria, USA

Stem Cells in Orthopaedic, Articulations and Cardiovascular: Matrix and Signals!
         Moderator Prof. Enrico Castellacci, ITALY and Dr Alexandre Jaquinet, SWITZERLAND

Developments in Ophthalmology and Improvement in Plastic Distrophies, Chronic Wounds and Anti-aging
         Moderator Dr Rubben Oddenino, ITALY and Dr Victor Garcia, SPAIN

Looking to the Future: the Science of Stem Cells for Novel Therapies
Moderator Dr Marisa Jaconi, SWITZERLAND and Prof. Bernat Soria, SPAIN

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