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Ep. 334: SS-F Pioneers Series: A 20-Year Journey to the Era of iPSC Therapies
Tuesday, 10 November, 2026
Guest: In this special episode recorded live in Kyoto, Japan, in collaboration with the Stellar Science Foundation (SS-F) and Stellar Lab Radio. Nobel Laureate Dr. Shinya Yamanaka, Dr. Masayo Takahashi, Dr. Hideyuki Okano, and Dr. Jun Takahashi celebrate 20 years of iPSCs and their journey toward clinical therapies. Moderated by Dr. Raeka Aiyar, they reflect on the discoveries, challenges, and collaborations that have shaped the field, including advances in iPSC-based therapies for retinal diseases, spinal cord injuries, and Parkinson’s disease. They also explore the future of regenerative medicine, emphasizing the importance of scientific collaboration, curiosity-driven research, and overcoming regulatory, manufacturing, and financial barriers to make iPSC therapies more accessible to patients worldwide. Photo Reference: Courtesy of Drs. Shinya Yamanaka, Hideyuki Okano, Masayo Takahashi, Jun Takahashi, and Raeka Aiyar Subscribe to our newsletter! Never miss updates about new episodes. Subscribe
