DISEASE MODELING AND THERAPEUTICS

iPSC Technology Workshop

Date: October 1- 2, 2025.
Time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Venue: Sidra Medicine, Outpatient Clinic (OPC), 6th floor, Stem Cell Lab

Registration: Registration is limited and will close once we reach the targeted number of participants. Deadline: July 1, 2025, or until full.

Overview

This workshop offers an in-depth exploration of pluripotent stem cell biology, emphasizing the transformative role of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) in driving innovation in biomedical research and therapeutic development. Participants will build a strong understanding of stem cell principles, learn cutting-edge techniques for cellular reprogramming and differentiation, and gain practical experience in generating and characterizing iPSC-derived cells.

In addition to theoretical lectures, the workshop includes hands-on laboratory sessions designed to reinforce core concepts and develop essential experimental skills. Special focus will be placed on the application of iPSC and gene-editing technologies in modeling complex diseases, including diabetes, as well as neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative disorders.

Objectives

• Introduce the fundamentals of pluripotent stem cells
• Explore applications of iPSCs in disease modeling
• Demonstrate genome editing approaches in iPSC models
• Introduce CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing and how they are integrated with iPSC platforms to generate isogenic controls and investigate gene function
• Provide hands-on and demonstrative training in iPSC workflow
• Showcase how iPSCs are being used in drug screening, cell replacement therapy, and regenerative medicine

Target Audience

• Researchers, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows looking to expand their knowledge and practical skills in stem cell biology and disease modeling.
• Clinicians interested in exploring the potential of iPSCs in personalized medicine.

Workshop Speakers