Ottawa contributes another $9-million for stem cell research

The Canadian government is moving forward with its commitment to stem cell research by investing another $9-million into projects and clinical trials.

Thursday’s announcement from Minister of Science Kirsty Duncan was part of an original $12-million they set aside during Budget 2016.

It’ll be used to support 31 projects and clinical trials across Canada developing real-world therapies, products and treatments, contributing to “evidence-based policies on regenerative medicine.”

Stem cell research has been used in things like spinal cord injuries, diabetes, arthritis, ALS, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s, muscular degeneration and hair loss.

“For years, Canadian researchers have been leaders in regenerative medicine. The funding announced today will support projects that encourage important partnerships between universities, hospitals and businesses so they may collaborate on bold, new stem cell technologies and health innovations,” said Duncan.

The money will support three funding programs: Impact, Disease Team and Clinical Trial research.

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