[Utrecht, The Netherlands] – The iPSpine Consortium is excited to announce that the Final Consortium Meeting, that took place last May, was a great success. This event, with more than 50 attendees, marks the culmination of an incredible 66-month project, which brought together 22 partners from across Europe . The consortium, coordinated by Prof. Dr. Marianna Tryfonidou, has achieved remarkable progress in the field of intervertebral disc regeneration.

Throughout the three-day meeting, all Work Package Leaders presented an overview of their final results, showcasing the significant advancements and innovations achieved over the course of the project. The meeting also featured a series of Topic Talks provided by iPSpine researches having worked in a “buddy” system. These presentations highlighted the interdisciplinary efforts and collaborative spirit that have driven the iPSpine project forward.

Prof. Dr. Marianna Tryfonidou, iPSpine’s coordinator, expressed her enthusiasm for the event: “This final meeting is not just a conclusion but a celebration of what we have accomplished together. The dedication and hard work of all our partners have paved the way for significant advancements in regenerative medicine. I am proud of what we have achieved and look forward to sharing our results with the broader scientific community. I also want to take this opportunity to thank our external experts in the Patient Advisory Board and the Scientific Advisory Board. Their time and commitment have made an incredible impact to our research project.“