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A Brainstorming Meeting focused on “Human Embryonic Stem Cells” was organized by Stem Cell Biology Department at NIRRH on January 15 and 16, 2010. Main objective of the meeting was to discuss how to further strengthen and develop the field of ES cells – both to promote basic research and move them to the clinics for regenerative medicine. The Brainstorming Meeting was followed by a Hands-on Workshop entitled “Human Embryonic Stem Cells: Differentiation and Genetic Manipulation” from January 18-23, 2010 where ten participants from across the Country were trained in state-of-the-art methods pertaining to human embryonic stem cell culture, characterization, differentiation and genetic manipulation. An experienced faculty comprising of national and international experts delivered a series of lectures and conducted hands-on practical demonstrations. Both the Brainstorming Meeting and the Hands-on Workshop were supported by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, New Delhi .
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