I. Mission
The Interstate Alliance on Stem Cell Research (IASCR) is a voluntary body
whose mission is to advance stem cell research (human embryonic, adult,
and other) by fostering effective interstate collaboration, by assisting
states in developing research programs, and by promoting efficient and
responsible use of public funds.
II. Goals
The goals of IASCR are to (a) identify and increase opportunities for interstate
collaboration; (b) identify and decrease obstacles to collaborative research
across state lines; and (c) assist states who wish to develop or improve upon
public funding programs in this area. IASCR will do so in consultation with
private and public research program administrators, private and public researchers,
ESCRO members, consumers, and other interested parties.
III. Objectives
IASCR objectives include the development of mechanisms for data and material sharing,
the provision of technical assistance, the identification of critical issues and
strategic options, the provision of subject matter expertise to members, and the
development of formal and/or informal state assistance and reciprocity agreements.
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