FSSCR

There is a general consensus among the community of biologists working of the stem cell field in France for the creation of a French Society for Stem Cell Research. Visibility and representativeness The community of French players working on stem cells is scattered and not visible as such. Internationally, the tasks/posters record of the 2015 ISSCR Stockholm (http://www.ipscell.com/2015/07/countries/) illustrate the weak French representation in international events related to this area. It weakens our funding applications, international profile and, for instance, our involvement in the ISSCR meetings and committees. A French Society for Stem Cell Research could provide a single interlocutor and representative of the entire community to illuminate, alert and communicate with the Parliament and elected representatives. Communication with the public Stem cells are promising new therapeutic tools that patients are increasingly demanding. As researchers and clinicians in this area, it is important to serve as intermediates between biomedical research and the public, to inform the public in a reasonable way about any scientific advance but also to fight against wild treatments based on stem cells. Communication media exist already (Eurostemcells, ISSCR) and we could act as intermediates in translating and commenting on information and ideas disseminated internationally. Promotion of basic and applied research on stem cells In addition to international visibility, a French company would allow players in the field to better interact and collaborate, share ideas, skills, expertise and tools.