Foresight & Guidance
ISSCR defines the scientific, ethical, and policy frameworks that guide the responsible advancement of stem cell science. Through global consensus, regulatory engagement, and forward-looking analysis, we help ensure that discovery, translation, and clinical application advance with clarity, rigor, and public trust.
KEY AREAS
Global Standards & Guidelines
Internationally recognized frameworks that define best practices for stem cell research and clinical translation.Policy & Regulatory Leadership
Scientific input and advisory guidance that inform policy decisions and regulatory approaches worldwide.
Foresight & Emerging Science
Anticipating new technologies, ethical challenges, and areas of uncertainty across the field.Regulatory Science & Alignment
Advancing frameworks that support safe, effective translation and global regulatory coordination.
The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has proposed a new rule titled “Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance” that will significantly reshape how the U.S. government funds and manages scientific research, including international collaborations, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other agencies. All ISSCR members, regardless of whether you are U.S.-based or not, are eligible to provide comment on the proposed policy.
Though the rule is extensive and applies to all federal grantmaking, there are several areas where input from our community is critical.