It was announced today that stem-cell enthusiasts in the general public will be able to participate in this fall’s World Stem Cell Summit in Madison. On September 21, the day before the two-day summit opens, the south shore of Lake Mendota will host “Lab on the Lake.”

The showcase title event will be real lab experience through which participants can experience hands-on methods that scientists use to grow and study stem cells. Lab on the Lake will include a Career and Education Fair, stem cell documentaries, expert panels, and music on the Memorial Union Terrace. It promises to be an exciting and education event for everyone who comes out.

In March the Genetics Policy institute announced that they will hold the World Stem Cell Summit right here in Madison – the home of stem cell research, reinforcing Wisconsin’s position as a world leader in stem cell science. The conference will attract 1,000 of the leaders in all aspects of regenerative medicine to the Alliant Energy Center (the old Dane County Coliseum) on September 22 and 23 of this year.

Among a host of exciting and free events open to the general public, a workshop will be held by the National Association of Biology Teachers. Space for this event is limited so biology teachers interested in attending should register now.