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The Applied Stem Cell Conservation Fund is designed to accelerate the application and utility of stem cell technology in wildlife conservation.
Our vision is to promote the use of stem cell technology in species recovery and conservation strategies. To increase the adoption of biotechnologies in conservation, we believe that showcasing successful interventions (use cases) that demonstrate the value of incorporating these technologies is essential.
Timeline:
- Deadline for LOI Submission: February 14th, 2025, 5:00 PM PST
- Invitation to Submit Full Proposal: March 17, 2025, 5:00 PM PST
- Full Proposal (by invitation only): April 28th, 2025, 5:00 PM PST
- A full proposal template description and requirements will be available when invited to submit a proposal.
Research Areas
Stem cell technology has a critical role to play in conservation, opening up reproductive possibilities, resilience to disease and environmental change, and creating an infinite resource for biobanking. However, developing robust working protocols for diverse species remains a challenge. The five areas below are intended to inspire applicants, but we welcome additional concepts that align with our goals. Revive & Restore prioritizes proposals with a clear path to conservation impact.
- Wildlife Disease
- Facilitated Adaptation
- Reproduction for Endangered Species
- Biobanking for Conservation
- Breakthroughs in Reprogramming
