Objectives
Introduction  

Introduction

The Asian Alliance for Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine (AASCRM) is a regional academic collaboration platform established in 2019. It was co-founded by three national-level societies: the Chinese Society for Stem Cell Research (CSSCR), the Japanese Society for Regenerative Medicine (JSRM), and the Korean Society for Stem Cell Research (KSSCR). The Stem Cell Society Singapore (SCSS) joined in 2021, and the Australasian Society for Stem Cell Research (ASSCR) became an associate member in 2025.

AASCRM serves as a non-legally binding cooperative platform dedicated to fostering exchanges and collaboration among academic institutions and enterprises across Asia and Australasia.

Member Organizations

China: CSSCR
Japan: JSRM
Korea: KSSCR
Singapore: SCSS
Australia & New Zealand: ASSCR

Key Activities & Milestones

2019  

AASCRM established; held regular closed-door meetings and dedicated forums within annual conferences of member societies, inviting over 30 distinguished speakers.

2021  

The Stem Cell Society Singapore (SCSS) joined the Alliance.

Early 2025  

Launched the AASCRM Webinar series—a monthly online academic event featuring two speakers per session. 17 successful sessions held to date.

Nov 2025  

CSSCR elected as the first rotating chair, serving a two-year term (2026–2027).

2026  

The 2026 AASCRM Webinar series, jointly organized by all five member countries. Inaugural AASCRM Summit to be held on October 11, 2026, in Beijing. Formal bylaws, collaboration agreements, and operating guidelines established.

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