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SPECIAL SESSIONS
Career Lab
Interested in new career opportunities? Explore open positions in the ISSCR Career Lab. Meet virtually with fellow attendees currently hiring for academic and industry positions in stem cell science. Attendees can browse details of open positions and set up appointments to meet virtually via live video or message chat during ISSCR 2021. Open positions that match the tags in your profile will be highlighted for you. The Career Lab is sponsored by Fate Therapeutics.
If you are hiring, the deadline to submit open positions for inclusion in the Career Lab was 26 May. If you missed the deadline this year, we encourage you to consider our year-round Job Board. We hope to see your open positions next year in the ISSCR 2022 Career Lab.
Conversation Corner
ISSCR 2021 Virtual attendees will have the opportunity to engage in conversation through virtual discussion forums in ISSCR Central. The Conversation Corner is sponsored by STEMCELL Technologies.
Meet the Editors of Stem Cell Reports
Tuesday, 22 June | 07:00 – 07:30 EDT
Meet the editors of Stem Cell Reports to discuss new trends in scientific publishing, including the growth of open access, the increasing role of preprint servers, and the role of social media in disseminating research findings. There will be an opportunity for you to ask questions about Stem Cell Reports and publishing in your society’s journal.
Policy, Ethics, and Regulatory Issues
Wednesday, 23 June | 15:45-16:15 EDT
Are policy, ethics, or regulatory issues impacting your research? Join us to discuss these issues with ISSCR leaders and find out about the ISSCR’s advocacy program.
STEMCELL Technologies
Friday, 25 June l 15:45-16:15 EDT
Getting Started in 3D hPSC Culture Scaleup - Making Your First Litre of Cells
Early Career Scientists Networking
Tuesday, 22 June | 15:45-16:15 EDT
Join us for a conversation around the impacts of COVID-19 and strategies for moving forward. How has this pandemic pushed you to reevaluate your priorities? What are some of the challenging decisions you have had to make? Join the Early Career Scientist Committee to chat about how your peers are navigating their research and career options in these challenging times. Tell us if and how COVID-related situations have changed your priorities and work life balance. Come hear how others have adapted their decision-making as we continue to push forward into post-pandemic times.
German Stem Cell Network
Thursday, 24 June | 07:00 – 07:30 EDT
The German Stem Cell Network (GSCN) invites German scientists to join them to get information on what is new in the GSCN and discuss your needs and wishes.
Computational Stem Cell Biology
Wednesday, 23 June | 07:00 – 07:30 EDT
Computational biology is an emerging specialty within the Stem Cell Sciences. Computational stem cell biology invents and applies mathematical approaches to classifying stem cells, predicting cell behaviour, and designing reprogramming strategies or even new cell types. This forum is an opportunity to meet others working in the field, discuss opportunities and challenges for computational stem cell sciences, and highlight resources and standards that we want to work to as a discipline.
Industry Scientists Networking
Thursday, 24 June | 15:45-16:15 EDT
The ISSCR Industry Committee invites interested attendees to join them to exchange and discuss various industry-related topics, including new developments, collaborations and potential career paths.
How Has the Pandemic Changed the Decision-making Process Regarding Your Early Career Goals and Outlook
Friday, 25 June | 12:00 - 13:00 EDT
These are certainly challenging times. This crisis has made it hard enough to navigate the daily routine, let alone deal with unpredictable slowdowns in research. The past year has changed the way we perceive and look at the future, leading many to reevaluate their paths. How do you make decisions about your career during a pandemic? Do you change your goals, your timeline, the order of priorities to bear in mind when making THOSE decisions? Come listen to our panelists tell the stories about how they coped or drove changes in their career during this last crazy year. Find inspiration in how to make your next move, and have your questions answered on how you can shape your choices in a turbulent moment. The Career Panel is sponsored by Notch Therapeutics.
This session is designed for ISSCR trainee members, but any registrant is welcome to attend.
Moving Forward: Regaining Momentum and Making the Most of Science Post-COVID
Thursday, 24 June | 12:00 - 13:00 EDT
The last year has left deep impacts on the scientific enterprise, with especially strong effects on Early Career Researchers (ECRs) who are in the process of building their research programs toward publication, funding, and promotion. Join the Early Career Scientist Committee for a panel discussion about strategies to regain momentum, renew collaborations, and build a strong research community. Expect an interactive experience where participants can contribute questions through live Q&A and chat discussion with other early career group leaders. The Early Career Group Leader Panel is sponsored by Synthego.
Promoting Equity in Stem Cell Science Panel
Wednesday, 23 June | 11:00 - 11: 45 EDT
The ISSCR is dedicated to improving human health worldwide by advancing stem cell research and regenerative medicine. We are committed to supporting diversity and inclusion and promoting our entire community, which will accelerate scientific advancement and allow all people to realize the benefits of stem cell research. During this panel discussion, leading scientists will discuss how to promote equity in STEM, how to support scientists from historically underrepresented groups, and explore how to support our community at all stages of the research pipeline to encourage the success of all stem cell researchers. The Promoting Equity in Stem Cell Science Panel is sponsored by Synthego.
Science Advocacy and Communications Seminar
Wednesday, 23 June | 12:00 - 13:00 EDT
Scientists are often asked to explain their work to non-scientific audiences, making effective communication skills essential, particularly when translating complex concepts into lay-friendly language. Researchers need to employ a variety of tactics to build support for evidence-based science, describe progress in the field, and highlight the impact of scientific discovery worldwide. Speakers in this seminar will discuss messages that resonate with policymakers, journalists, and the public, and share insights on how to convey the value of science with less technical audiences.
Friday, 25 June | 11:00 - 11:45 EDT
Women in STEM fields face unique challenges and are often acutely aware of the role their gender plays as they progress both personally and professionally through their careers. The third annual Women in Science Panel Discussion will be focused on transitioning to a leadership position. Hear diverse perspectives from an esteemed panel of successful female researchers who will share how they forged their own scientific path as principal investigator or company co-founder.
Recognizing that it takes more than the efforts of women to achieve gender equity in the workplace, we would like to have a conversation with the entire ISSCR community. We welcome all voices to join us for this important discussion. This panel is sponsored by T-CiRA.
