Stem Cell Organoids for Liver and Brain Get Secret Scrutiny
Published Date: 3/21/2025
Notice
Summary
The National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences is holding a private meeting on April 17, 2025, to review contract proposals about liver and brain organoids made from human stem cells. This closed meeting protects sensitive info like trade secrets and personal data. Scientists and companies involved in these contracts should note the date and prepare for decisions that could impact future research funding.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Confidentiality for Trade Secrets and Personal Data
NIH states the closed review may disclose confidential trade secrets, patentable commercial material, and personal information, and will be closed to protect that information under 5 U.S.C. 552b(c)(4) and (c)(6).
Proposal Reviews Held in Closed Session
The NIH will hold a closed meeting on April 17, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. to review and evaluate contract proposals for liver and brain organoids derived from human iPS cells. The meeting is closed under 5 U.S.C. 552b(c)(4) and (c)(6).
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