The Australian Academy of Science is inviting early- and mid-career researchers (EMCRs) to apply now for this year’s Theo Murphy Think Tank—‘The stem cell revolution: Lessons and imperatives for Australia’.
Theo Murphy High Flyers Think Tanks are an opportunity for EMCRs from a diverse range of science and social science disciplines to take stock of recent scientific developments. The Think Tanks consider political, regulatory and ethical issues, and culminate in the publication of an influential policy report.
The 2015 stem cell revolution Think Tank will be held in Sydney on 22 to 24 July. The Academy will cover the travel and accommodation costs for participants selected by the Academy to attend.
The Academy is looking for EMCRs with an interest in stem cells and who want to influence policy and have their say on the future of their field. Participants will benefit from networking opportunities with the nation’s next generation of science leaders.
While stem cell therapy has been part of medical practice for decades in the form of bone marrow transplantation and other treatments, recent developments have led to a revolution in biology and medicine that has yet to peak. These scientific advances are being played out against a background controversy where many fear that science quality, the rationale for clinical trials, and patient safety are being compromised by the rapid pace of the field. In some cases this has led to some practitioners offering unproven and unethical therapies, potentially risking patient safety.
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