Author : Workshop Steering Committee
Publisher : Council of Canadian Academies
ISBN 13 : 1926522230
Total Pages : 60 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)
Book Synopsis Building on Canada's Strengths in Regenerative Medicine by : Workshop Steering Committee
Download or read book Building on Canada's Strengths in Regenerative Medicine written by Workshop Steering Committee and published by Council of Canadian Academies. This book was released on 2017 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Many disease treatments manage the symptoms of a condition, but fail to treat its underlying causes. The appeal of regenerative medicine lies in its curative approach. It replaces or regenerates human cells, tissues, or organs to restore or establish normal function using stem cells. A well-established example of regenerative medicine is the use of bone marrow transplants for leukemia. Regenerative medicine has the potential to transform healthcare by treating previously incurable chronic diseases and conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis, and spinal cord injuries. In doing so it could also improve the quality of peoples' lives and generate significant economic benefits. Regenerative medicine is a multidisciplinary field, involving a number of stakeholders throughout the development process; from the scientists who make applied research discoveries which enable the possibility of treatment, through regulatory hurdles and industry investment, to end-point clinicians offering these treatments to patients. The CCA's workshop will bring together experts from a variety of disciplines and sectors to offer insight into the state of regenerative medicine in Canada, and identify opportunities and challenges to ensure future Canadian excellence."--