ISSCR Travel Grant
$2,000 grant for stem cell researchers to attend ISSCR 2025 in Hong Kong.
Grant Overview
The ISSCR Travel Grant supports stem cell researchers by funding innovative, impactful work. Proteintech will award two grants of $2,000 (€/£2,000, or currency equivalent) each for travel expenses to attend the International Society of Stem Cell Research annual meeting in Hong Kong, June 2025.
Abstract Submission Deadline: April 18th, 2025
Award Details & Deadlines
Abstract Submission Period: March 31 – April 20, 2025
Judging Period: April 30 – May 5, 2025
Winner Announcement: May 9, 2025
Eligibility
You are eligible to enter to win this travel grant if:
- You are actively working at a university or research institute in North America, Europe, The United Kingdom or APAC region.
- You plan on attending the ISSCR Annual Meeting in Hong Kong in June 2025.
Instructions for Applying
Applicants must fill out the form on this page with the requested information and submit an abstract describing their stem cell research. Abstracts must not be more than 200 words. No abstracts of more than 230 words will be considered. Once the form is submitted, applicants will receive a confirmation email.
Questions? Contact proteintech@ptglab.com.
FAQs
Do I have to be presenting at ISSCR to receive this grant? No, all that is required is that you plan to attend the conference.
What if my abstract is longer than 200 words? Your abstract can be up to 230 words and still be considered. However, details like title, author names and citations may be omitted to keep your submission within the word count. If you are selected as a grant winner, we will inquire for further details at that time.
2024 Travel Grant Recipients:
Fawaz Saleh
University of Hannover, Germany
Abstract Title: Scalable Generation of Human IPSC-Derived Natural Killer and Dendritic Cells Using A Continuous Concurrent Production Platform.
"I am deeply honored to receive the prestigious travel grant from Proteintechfor the ISSCR 2024 Annual Meeting in Hamburg! This incredible opportunity allows me to share my research on a grand stage and engage with brilliant scientists from around the globe. I am immensely grateful for this chance to expand my knowledge, network with fellow researchers, and immerse myself in the latest scientific advancements. Thank you, Proteintech, for making this possible!"
Summary of Abstract:
Fawaz Saleh has revolutionized cell manufacturing with a cutting-edge platform using human iPSC technology. This innovative system enables the continuous production of iPSC-derived Natural Killer cells (iNKs) and Dendritic cells (iDCs) for several months. The platform provides new insights into NK cell development. Additionally, the generated iNKs have shown remarkable efficacy in targeting and killing cancer cells. Meanwhile, the iDCs effectively stimulate effector memory and central memory phenotypes in CMV-positive patients. These groundbreaking early proof-of-concept approaches open up exciting new avenues for immune cell farming and next-generation biotherapeutics.
Homa Majd
University of California, San Francisco
Abstract Title: Developing hPSC-based Drug Screening and Cell Therapy Platforms for Enteric Neruopathies.
"I am thrilled to receive the Proteintech Travel Grant for attending the 2024 ISSCR Annual Meeting in Hamburg, Germany. With this award (and their antibodies!), I can present my research on peripheral neuropathies at one of the most prestigious stem cell conferences, engage with experts in the field, and explore new scientific advancements. I am grateful for this opportunity and look forward to contributing to the conference."
Summary of Abstract:
Gastrointestinal (GI) motility disorders represent a significant medical challenge, as current therapeutic options are lacking. Leveraging our innovative hPSC-derived enteric nervous system (ENS) we have developed a platform for therapeutic targeting of GI motility disorders.
- Only applicants from Universities and Research Institutions are eligible to take part in this competition.
- This award may only be applied to the cost of registration, accommodation, and transportation to the ISSCR 2025 meeting, to the total value of $2,000 USD/EUR/GBD/other local currency equivalent. Any remaining balance available after these costs have been covered is not transferable and cannot be used for other expenses.
- By taking part in the competition, you agree to take part in any marketing and PR activities that Proteintech deem necessary. These may include the following: An interview, featuring on Proteintech blog/website, and associated press releases.
- The deadline for entries to be submitted is April 18, 2025. Any applications submitted after this date will not be eligible.
- Applicants can only submit one entry. Any further entries will not be eligible. Applicants must complete the application form in full.
- The applicant must be available to attend the 2025 ISSSCR meeting in Hong Kong. The travel grant applies only to the ISSCR 2025 meeting. The reimbursement cannot be used for any other meeting.
- The winning applicants will receive this travel grant via reimbursement from Proteintech Group in the form of a check. The recipient must provide receipts for their ISSCR registration, accommodation, and travel to receive reimbursement.
- The recipient will receive reimbursement within 14 days of proof of expense being obtained.
- The reimbursement can only be paid to the individual or institution that originally paid for the travel expenses, registration, or accommodation.
- The winners will be decided by the Proteintech scientific writing team and an assisting group of scientific peers. The winning entries will be the abstract deemed most interesting, innovative, and impactful by the panel.
- Should the event have to be canceled for any reason, the winner will receive their prize in the form of a research grant, instead of a travel grant.
- The decision on which applicants win is at the discretion of Proteintech Group and their decision is final.
- This competition is not affiliated with ISSCR in any way.