International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR)

SciLeads at ISSCR 2026

We will be attending the ISSCR 2026 Annual Meeting, July 8–11, 2026, in Montréal!

About ISSCR 2026

The International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) Annual Meeting is the world’s premier event for stem cell scientists and regenerative medicine professionals. Gathering nearly 3,500 innovators from across the globe, ISSCR 2026 is a 4-day convergence of diverse fields aimed at highlighting breakthroughs in stem cell biology. From early-career researchers to industry leaders, attendees come together to share “real discoveries” and explore the potential of stem cell-based therapies.

Key Details for ISSCR 2026

• Location: Palais des congrès de Montréal, 1001 Pl. Jean-Paul-Riopelle, Montréal, QC H2Z 1H5, Canada

• Dates: July 08 – July 11, 2026

• Event Program: ISSCR 2026 Full Agenda

Quick Links for ISSCR 2026

• Registration Portal – Secure your spot!

• Sponsors & Exhibitors – Information for companies showcasing stem cell research technologies and services.

• Abstract Submission – Guidelines for submitting late-breaking and original research.

• Venue and Travel – Details on reaching Montréal and the Palais des congrès venue.

Deadlines for ISSCR 2026

• April 22, 2026: Late-breaking abstract submission deadline.

• May 13, 2026: Advance registration rate deadline.

• May 13, 2026: Meet-Up Hub application deadline.

• July 08, 2026: ISSCR 2026 Annual Meeting officially begins.

Key Topics and Speakers for ISSCR 2026

• Clinical Applications: Translating stem cell research into bedside therapies and clinical trials.

• Capturing Development: Understanding the fundamental mechanisms of how organisms grow and develop.

• Disease Modeling and Drug Discovery: Using stem cells to recreate human diseases and test new pharmacological leads.

• Engineering Biology: Merging synthetic biology, bioengineering, and stem cell technology.

• Ethics, Translation, Policy, and Impact: Addressing the regulatory and societal implications of regenerative medicine.

• Somatic Stem Cells: Exploring the biology of adult stem cells and tissue regeneration.

• Program Leadership: Featuring global experts such as Hideyuki Okano, Fiona Doetsch, Stuart Forbes, and Shuibing Chen.

Who attends ISSCR 2026

• Stem Cell Biologists and Developmental Researchers

• Regenerative Medicine Clinicians and Physician-Scientists

• Biotechnology and Pharma R&D Executives

• Bioengineers and Synthetic Biologists

• Regulatory Affairs and Policy Experts

• Postdoctoral Fellows and Graduate Students

• Laboratory Equipment and Imaging Solution Providers