Stem cells are being developed for use as therapies for many diseases.  They also have strong potential for use in drug discovery, finding applications in toxicology testing and understanding disease mechanisms for novel target identification.  The potential for this research is huge, and companies need to arm themselves with essential scientific knowledge alongside the necessary business understanding in this field. SMi's 2nd Annual Stem Cells conference brings together leading pharmaceutical companies and smaller biotechs working in regenerative medicine to discuss the scientific advances and future business opportunities offered by stem cell research.  Don't miss your chance to network with the leaders in this field, and look towards the future of this rapidly expanding area of medicine.

Key topics include: Stem cells and the treatment of retinal degeneration Creating bone like materials from stem cells Oncology and stem cell transplantation Induced pluripotent stem cells - Potential and Reliability Conducting effective clinical trials The regulatory status of stem cell science Stem cells, acquisitions and strategic alliances Global perspectives on stem cell science and technology

Why should you attend this event?

SMi's Stem Cells conference offers an unparalleled opportunity to learn about scientific and commercial developments in regenerative medicine.

"The presentations were excellent. It was worth taking the opportunity to hear these people talk" Senior Representative, Johnson & Johnson, Stem Cells 2009 Attendee

Supplement your existing knowledge through thought provoking presentations Transfer knowledge with fellow senior executives Evaluate your commercial efforts against those leading the way Meet the leading figures in regenerative medicine Collaborate on new projects and ideas Engage with potential new clients and suppliers Learn from leading experts Leave with a wealth of knowledge and new contacts

Hear keynote addresses from:

Dr Thomas Okarma, CEO & President, Geron

Our expert speaker line-up also includes:

Professor Malcolm Alison, Professor of Stem Cell Biology, Centre for Diabetes and Metabolic Medicine, Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry Dr Roger Barker, Reader, Cambridge Institute for Brain Repair, University of Cambridge Dr Yen Choo, CEO, Plasticell Mr Lyndon da Cruz, Consultant Vitreo-Retinal Surgeon, Moorfields Eye Hospital Professor Stuart Forbes, Professor of Transplantation and Regenerative Medicine, University of Edinburgh Professor Sian Harding, Professor of Cardiac Pharmacology, National Heart and Lung Institute, Imperial College London Professor Søren Holm, Professor, Centre for Social Ethics and Policy, University of Manchester Professor Marc Lalande, Professor and Chairman, Department of Genetics and Developmental Biology, University of Connecticut Dr Mark Lythgoe, Director, Centre for Advanced Biomedical Imaging, University College London Dr Paul Whiting, Site Lead and Executive Director, Pfizer Regenerative Medicine Dr Huseyin Mehmet, Director, Exploratory Biomarkers, Merck Research Laboratories Dr Sunil Navani, Associate Medical Director, Oncology and Transplantation, Genzyme Professor Dame Julia Polak, Imperial College London Dr Cathy Prescott, Director, Biolatris & Chair, UK National Stem Cell Network Advisory Comittee Dr Sara Rankin, Reader in Leukocyte and Stem Cell Biology, Imperial College London Professor Glyn Stacey, Director, UK Stem Cell Bank Professor Molly Stevens, Professor of Biomedical Materials and Regenerative Medicine, Imperial College London Dr Alain Vertes, Global Alliance Director, F.Hoffman-La Roche

Who should attend?

All those responsbile for research, business development, translational medicine, process development and alliance management, including:

Organisations represented at our inaugural Stem Cells conference included:

Venue details

Crowne Plaza St James London   . 45-51 Buckingham Gate London   SW1E 6AF   Tel: +44 (0) 207 834 6655 Fax: +44 (0) 207 834 6307   www.london.crowneplaza.com

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The hotel boasts three excellent restaurants. Bistro 51 with British and European cuisine, the Michelin Starred Indian restaurant Quilon serving south coastal Indian food and Bank Westminster with a modern British menu.  A beautiful, award-winning, courtyard garden surrounds the Victorian buildings of the Crowne Plaza London St James - a peaceful oasis in the centre of London.
 
Nearest train stations:
• Victoria Station, 7 minutes’ walk
• Waterloo Station, 10 minutes by car

Underground stations
• St James’s Park, 5 minutes’ walk (District and Circle lines)
• Victoria Station, 7 minutes' walk (Victoria, District and Circle lines)

SMi discounted rates include Continental Breakfast & VAT
£ 205.63 / Standard room / night for single occupancy
£ 229.13 Executive  room / night for single occupancy

Book your accommodation at SMi discounted rates by calling us on +44 (0)870 9090 713, sending a fax to +44 (0)870 9090 714 or emailing hotels@smi-online.co.uk.