From MSCs to iPSCs: building the cell therapy future

From MSCs to iPSCs: building the cell therapy future

From BioSpace by BioSpace

May 14, 2026 · 20 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the future of cell therapy with insights from industry leaders on stem cells and manufacturing challenges.

In this episode of Denatured, you'll be hearing from Miguel Forte, president of the International Society for Cell and Gene Therapy (ISCT), and John Ellis, co-founder & CEO of Trenchant Bios, speaking live from the ISCT annual meeting. We dive into mesenchymal stem cells and induced pluripotent stem cells, exploring the science behind them, the manufacturing challenges, and the potential for scalable, engineered next-generation therapies. Host Jennifer C. Smith-Parker , Director of Insights, BioSpace Guests Jon Ellis , Co-founder & CEO, Trenchant Bio Miguel Forte , President, International Society for Cell & Gene Therapy Disclaimer: The views expressed in this discussion by guests are their own and do not represent those of their organizations.

People in this episode

Host: Jennifer C. Smith-Parker

Guests: John Ellis, Miguel Forte

Topics covered

  • cell therapy
  • mesenchymal stem cells
  • induced pluripotent stem cells
  • manufacturing challenges
  • next-generation therapies

Keywords

  • cell therapy
  • mesenchymal stem cells
  • induced pluripotent stem cells
  • manufacturing
  • gene therapy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: International Society for Cell and Gene Therapy, Trenchant Bios

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