Centre for Translational Stem Cell Biology

InnoHK CTSCB investigates applications in stem cell and regenerative medicine, organ transplantation, genomic medicine, and therapeutic product development

[Centre for Translational Stem Cell Biology @ctscbhk]

@CTSCB_HK was delighted to be part of #ASGH 2026, where we showcased our translational research portfolio, presented the latest advances in #EPSC technology, and highlighted 3 of our 8 spin-offs—Estelle Biovita, Synhealer, and NexusAb. Thank you to everyone who engaged with us.👏

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Dr. @TimKKTam from Prof. Pengtao Liu’s Lab @CTSCB_HK, in collaboration with Prof. Guojun Sheng from @kumamotoUniv_PR , has led a review article now published in @NatureCellBio — “#Amniogenesis in embryos and stem cell models.”

Read more: https://t.co/oAJ5oCnYdS

#StemCellBiology

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New research by Dr @haoqing_hu from Prof @jauchr 's lab. Engineered SOX17 & miniSOX outperform SOX2 and enable robust derivation of iEPSCs, a key platform of @CTSCB_HK modelling early development & discovering antiviral + anti-aging therapies.

Read more: https://t.co/2ZCvebmZpL

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@CTSCB_HK joined #HKUTEC and Baycharm in Suzhou for the #MedTechHackathon GBA 2026, exploring Suzhou’s fast‑growing biotech ecosystem. We toured Suzhou Industrial Park, BioBAY, BioSpark, and Suzhou Kowloon Hospital, then took the stage at BIOCHINA 2026 to showcase our ideas🌍

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@CTSCB_HK warmly wishes our team, collaborators, and friends a joyful and prosperous Chinese New Year.🧧🐎
As we welcome the Year of the Horse, we look forward to a year of collaboration, discovery, and progress in translational stem cell research.

#CTSCB #CNY #YearoftheHorse

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Exciting news! 🎉 Dr. Zhen Feng @CTSCB_HK & researchers @HKUniversity published in Aging Cell: a novel human cellular system that mimics key aging hallmarks, opening pathways for healthier, longer lives.

📄 Read more: https://t.co/ReahHLLbbl

#AgingResearch #CTSCB #HKU #HKUMed

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Join @CTSCB_HK & Dr. Shaohua Ma @TsinghuaSIGS to discuss ultra-small tissue-compatible organoid printing and patient-derived organoid modeling.

Jan 29 (Thu) | 10:30 AM (HKT) | Zoom
🔗Zoom Link: https://t.co/H89xO6KiiU

⚠️IMPORTANT: Seminar start time changed to 10:30 AM

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🚀Join @CTSCB_HK's Stem Cell Seminar with Dr. Shaohua Ma @TsinghuaSIGS sharing breakthroughs in organoid bioprinting & spatial transcriptomics.

Jan 29 (Thu) | 10AM (HKT) | Zoom

🔗Zoom Link: https://t.co/H89xO6KiiU
📖Details: https://t.co/noK7RV6EMX

#CTSCB #StemCell

[Centre for Translational Stem Cell Biology @ctscbhk]

🚀Join @CTSCB_HK's Stem Cell Seminar with Dr. Shaohua Ma @TsinghuaSIGS sharing breakthroughs in organoid bioprinting & spatial transcriptomics.

Jan 29 (Thu) | 10AM (HKT) | Zoom

🔗Zoom Link: https://t.co/H89xO6KiiU
📖Details: https://t.co/noK7RV6EMX

#CTSCB #StemCell

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Last week @CTSCB_HK hosted Prof. Jianhua Qin, the Chair Professor at @dicp_cas for a seminar on organoids-on-chips modeling brain, metabolic & tumor diseases.

Inspiring ideas exchange! Excited for future EPSCs+ organoid collaborations.

#CTSCB #StemCellResearch #Organoids #EPSC

[Centre for Translational Stem Cell Biology @ctscbhk]

@CTSCB_HK sincerely thanks our team members, collaborators, and friends for your dedication and support in 2025. Looking ahead to 2026, we wish you and your families strength, good health, and hope.

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#CTSCB #Gratitude #Welcome2026

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SynHealer Ltd., a @CTSCB_HK spinoff, presented breakthrough AB-CAR-macrophage technology that reprograms tumour microenvironment for immunotherapy-resistant liver cancer. This EPSC-derived platform reduces time & costs vs CAR-T therapies. #SynHealer #CARmacrophage #CTSCB

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Prof. Pengtao Liu, Managing Director @CTSCB_HK has been appointed the S Y and H Y Cheng Professor in Stem Cell Biology at @HKUniversity ! A pioneer and developer of Expanded Potential Stem Cells, leading breakthroughs in stem cell research.

Learn more: https://t.co/SVqWUKELBH

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Prof. Pengtao Liu, Managing Director of @CTSCB_HK , has been nominated for the 2025 Hong Kong Top Ten Innovation News Awards for his team’s discovery of peripheral neural stem cells! 🧠💡

Support and Vote now (9–19 Dec): https://t.co/1rLtzKbVih

[HKU Medicine @hkumed]

We are deeply saddened by the loss of life and injuries following the fire at apartment buildings in Tai Po.
Currently, we are working with the Health Bureau to send medical teams to aid our colleagues treating those affected by this tragedy.

[Rio Sugimura @rio_sugimura]

We are kick-starting Immunoengineering community in Hong Kong. Speakers around HK will lead the discussion of CAR-T, TCR-T, CAR-N, CAR-M, Treg, and microglia

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CTSCB welcomed young scientists from the @HKLaureateForum 2025! Inspiring panel with Prof Ralf Jauch @jauchr , Dr @TimKKTam , Dr @haoqing_hu and Dr Yiyi Xuan shared insights on stem cell science plus lab tours and demos on viral research and AI in stem cell work. #HKLF2025 #CTSCB

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Grateful to Dr Kelvin Hui @kelvinhui_cira @CiRA_KU_E & Prof Tiago Rito @hkusbms @HkuSbme for their inspiring talks at the @CTSCB_HK Invited Seminar. Their insights highlight the power of translating research into healthcare impact. Thanks to all who joined! #CTSCB #StemCell

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Grateful to Prof. Danny Chan, Emeritus Professor at @hkusbms, for visiting @CTSCB_HK and sharing his inspiring journey in science and life. His dedication to stem cell research and his positive outlook encourage us to take on challenges and enjoy every moment! 👍
#CTSCB #hkusmbs

[Centre for Translational Stem Cell Biology @ctscbhk]

Join the @CTSCB_HK Invited Seminar: “Basics and Applications of Stem Cell Technologies” featuring Dr Kelvin Hui @kelvinhui_cira @CiRA_KU_E and Prof. Tiago Rito @hkusbms @HkuSbme

Nov 3 (Mon) | 11 AM (HKT) | Hybrid

Zoom Link: https://t.co/XTLLjI36LL
More: https://t.co/7X29v68Efn

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Excited to share that @CTSCB_HK spin-offs Lucios Biotech & Genome Technologies Ltd have secured TSSSU@HKU funding for 2024/25 & 2025/26! Their work on EPSC-derived MSCs & genome edited mouse models is driving regenerative medicine and translational research. #CTSCB #HKU #TSSSU