The World Stem Cell Summit is underway.  Today I was at the “Lab on the Lake” all day, meeting and greeting the public.  Thanks to everyone who stopped by our table and signed up for our email mailing list.  If you missed me, it’s not too late.  Just send me an email at info@wistemcellnow.org.

     Thanks as well to Bernie Siegel and The Genetics Policy Institute for inviting Wisconsin Stem Cell Now to participate.  Today’s event was all about explaining the science of stem cell research to the general public, in simple and easy to understand terms.  All day long the focus of Lab on the Lake was on educating the public, which is in accord with the primary mission of our organization.  Judging by the enthusiasm of the attendees, I would say that the day was a huge success.

     If only we could take today’s event on the road, and travel throughout Wisconsin, there would be no need for Wisconsin Stem Cell Now.  However, since that is not possible, Wisconsin Stem Cell Now will continue to be a year round resource for dispelling the myths and misconceptions about stem cell research.

    I am excited to attend tomorrow’s events at the World Stem Cell Summit.  Ed Fallone, President, Wisconsin Stem Cell Now

The World Stem Cell Summit is taking place on Monday and Tuesday, September 22 and 23, in Madison. It’s an event that’s really set up for those in the stem cell industry, doing research or working with a company that’s commercializing technology. However, they are making a strong effort to engage the public, and are hosting a “Lab on the Lake” free public event, which Wisconsin Stem Cell Now is proud to be a supporting organization for. Lab on the Lake is being held at the Pyle Center on Langdon Street, you can see more information here, and as far as we can tell, all are welcome!

Jim Doyle will receive the National Leadership award at next months World Stem Cell Summit in Madison.  The Genetic Policy Institute praised Doyle, calling him “a stalwart and courageous supporter of stem cell research and proponent of Wisconsin’s strategic goal to invest $750 million in biotechnology and stem cell research.”

Governor Doyle has been a great supporter of science, and of Wisconsin’s economy, we should all thank him.  In 2008 let’s give him a legislature that more than ever before will stand with him in supporting life saving research.