California Institute for Regenerative Medicine

The California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) is a state agency established in 2004 to fund and support stem cell research and regenerative medicine in California. Its goal is to develop treatments and cures for serious diseases by harnessing the body’s ability to repair itself. CIRM provides grants to researchers, promotes collaboration, and helps move scientific discoveries from the lab into clinical trials and potential therapies. It plays a critical role in advancing innovative medical treatments, ultimately aiming to improve health outcomes and reduce healthcare costs through scientific innovation.