Ohio-Based Stem Cell Research Center Applying Findings to Develop New Technology

Ohio is leading the pack yet again. This time we are talking about stem cell research. One Northeast Ohio center is working to apply its stem cell research findings to develop new technology. Recently, I had the opportunity to talk with Debra Grega, Ph.D., executive director at The Center for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine (CSCRM) in Cleveland, Ohio.

Dr. Grega told me that CSCRM is a component of the Ohio-based National Center for Regenerative Medicine, which is the 4th largest stem cell research organization in the U.S. Through industry and education partnerships, CSCRM provides comprehensive stem cell research with the ultimate goal of applying findings to develop new technology for treating various human diseases.

The revolutionary advancements coming out of CSCRM are a result of the educational partnerships and investment it fostered with the support of the Ohio Third Frontier. By cultivating academic-business partnerships, the Ohio Third Frontier has spurred development of commercially relevant research in key industry sectors, including stem cells.

With efforts focused on regenerative medicine, including first-in-the-nation stem cell clinical trials and innovative tissue engineering programs, CSCRM is currently exploring issues such as heart disease, cancer, genetic disorders and neurodegenerative diseases such as multiple sclerosis. As executive director at CSCRM, Dr. Grega coordinates interdisciplinary research groups, biotechnology business and new technology development.

Click here to read my full interview with Dr. Grega.