Who We Are

The Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine represents more than 180 labs from 40 departments based in the schools of Medicine and Pharmacy and the College of Engineering. We are proud to be the largest multidisciplinary research institute at the University of Washington. Together, we are confronting the root causes of disease, innovating new technologies to solve major challenges in medicine, and expanding horizons for young scientists. And we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace and an open exchange of ideas, cultures, perspectives, and laughter. This our community.

Vision
Core Values
Values in Action
Service Corps

Fostering an Inclusive and Supportive Research Community

At ISCRM, we recognize that STEM fields, including biomedical research, are limited by a demonstrable and pervasive lack of diversity of perspectives and lived experiences. We know we are at our best as a research community when scientists representing different backgrounds, cultures, and worldviews work together to solve complex problems. To reach our full potential as scientists, ISCRM fosters an inclusive and supportive research community by investing in the careers of trainees and faculty members from all backgrounds, expanding awareness of career opportunities in research through K-12 and community engagement, and promoting an open exchange of ideas through symposia and community gatherings.

Our Vision
Like the cells we study, we are encoded for growth and we give rise to new generations. We take on individual roles, yet we are capable of organizing to accomplish complex tasks. And we have the capacity to be anything we want to be. We value community, discovery, and education in the service of wellbeing and we envision a future in which regenerative medicine is improving health for people everywhere.

Core Values
The core values below embody our promise to the world and to each other. They guide our decisions and actions, give shape to our story, represent the ideals we use to celebrate successes and hold ourselves accountable, and reflect our commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive research community.

 

Values in Action

Here are some of the ways we live our values through our actions and our investments in our community.

 

ISCRM Service Corps

We are committed to service both within our institute and to the broader community. There are opportunities throughout the year for members of ISCRM labs to volunteer to help with a wide range of internal and external events and initiatives. This could include supporting an ISCRM symposium or celebration, providing experiences for high school students, or organizing an experience for members of the ISCRM community. Learn more here.

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