4th Annual Musculoskeletal Repair and Regeneration Symposium - Virtual Event

Symposium Mission

The Albert Einstein College of Medicine Musculoskeletal Repair and Regeneration Symposium seeks to expand the knowledge base within the field, and to foster inspiration, collaboration and networking between researchers throughout the region. This year's meeting will emphasize recent advances in translational research in two areas: 

• Mechanisms and development of novel therapeutics for musculoskeletal disorders and diseases
• Stem cell, tissue repair, degeneration, and regeneration 

Highlights for 4th annual symposium

• World-class scientists, including keynote speakers, will share their viewpoints and their most exciting up-to-date translational research
• Presentations from new participating institutions including: Rush University, Boston University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Georgia Tech/Emory University, and The University of Kansas

Conference Location

LeFrak Auditorium (Room 151) Albert Einstein College of Medicine 1301 Morris Park Ave. Bronx, NY 10461

Directions

https://einsteinmed.edu/visitors/

Statement of Need

Damage to musculoskeletal tissues is a significant cause of morbidity and increased mortality, and is a magnifier of mortality in other clinical diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disorders. The innate repair capacities are limited for articular cartilage, tendon, and extensive bone defects. In addition, current treatments for the repair of injured musculoskeletal tissue are not sufficient to restore the functionality of the original tissue. These daunting challenges present a desperate need for a better understanding of musculoskeletal biology and emphasize the importance of discovering novel repair and regeneration strategies that can be translated to clinical use.

Goals

This program will address current issues in musculoskeletal repair and regeneration, and disease treatment. Discussions will focus on up-to-date laboratory discoveries and the potential impact of these findings on patient treatment and management in the future.