SSCTR President Highlights International Engagement in Cell and Gene Therapy

The Sarawak Society for Cell & Gene Therapy Research (SSCTR) proudly shares the recent international participation of its President, who attended the ISCT 2025 Annual Meeting held in New Orleans, USA, from 7 - 10 May 2025. This marked a significant milestone in SSCTR’s effort to connect Sarawak’s scientific and ethical perspectives with the global cell and gene therapy community.

Poster Presentation and Academic Contribution

During the conference, the SSCTR President presented a poster titled:

“Bioethics in the Clinical Application of Amniotic Fluid Mesenchymal Stromal Cell”

This abstract was published in the official ISCT conference proceedings, signifying SSCTR’s contribution to international academic discourse in the field of regenerative medicine and ethical governance.

Upcoming International Engagements

Building upon this engagement, SSCTR leadership is preparing to participate in the following upcoming events:

• ARTEV 2025 (Sarawak) - A local platform for regenerative medicine dialogue

• CGT Pan Summit 2025 (Singapore, July) - A pan-Asian summit on cell and gene therapy innovations and regulatory frameworks

• ISCT Annual Meeting 2026 (Dublin) - A continued effort to contribute globally

• ISCT Asia Regional Meeting 2026 (September) - A forum for regional strategy and partnership-building in CGT

SSCTR remains committed to promoting ethical, science-based education while positioning Sarawak as an active voice in international developments. These engagements highlight our belief in lifelong learning, evidence-based practices, and the value of global collaboration in advancing the field responsibly.