LSI researchers receive national recognition for stem cell innovation
June 20, 2025
Two LSI researchers have been recognized in a recent national funding announcement by the Stem Cell Network (SCN), which awarded over $33.5 million to support innovative research in stem cell and regenerative medicine across Canada.
Dr. Timothy Kieffer received a Fueling Biotechnology Partnership Award as lead investigator for his project, “Vascularized, Stem Cell-Derived Islet Organoids for the Treatment of Type 1 Diabetes.”
Dr. Calvin Roskelley was named a co-investigator on an Impact Award-winning project, “Harnessing Stem Cell-Derived Tissue-Resident Innate Lymphoid Cells to Target and Eliminate Solid Tumors,” led by Dr. Kelly McNagny.
Read more about all UBC Faculty of Medicine awardees in the full announcement from the Faculty of Medicine.
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