MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Thought Leadership & Innovation Foundation (TLI) announces today plans to build on its existing Regenerative Medicine Program through a research collaboration with cellular therapy industry leader RenovaCare. As part of TLI’s efforts to conduct vital research in regenerative medicine and chronic disease, this initiative aims to innovate methods for reducing complications from burn and diabetic wounds across large populations.
“Our research base, collaborative institutions and long history of innovation align with RenovaCare’s commitment to breakthrough biomedical technologies,” says Bill Oldham, founder and chairman of the Board, TLI. “The patented RenovaCare SkinGun™ technology and its ability to ultra-gently spray stem cells could present a special opportunity for investigations and applications in a wide range of regenerative therapies. Working together, our overall goal is to improve the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of patient care by not only developing new treatment methods, but also by making thoughtful and systematic changes to healthcare and health systems.”
TLI’s Regenerative Medicine program seeks to adapt new strategies based upon sound scientific evidence, utilizing its infrastructure to support the continuation of scientific and medical work, as well as the development of grant-funded research and other initiatives.
Dr. Robin A. Robinson, who is a TLI Fellow, Vice President of Scientific Affairs, RenovaCare, and named one of the top 100 innovators in medicine by Medicine Maker in 2018, states, “This exciting collaboration between RenovaCare and TLI’s Regenerative Medicine Program is the first step toward the development of meaningful and quality therapeutic treatments that will benefit patients around the world.”
About TLI Foundation:
TLI Foundation is a nonprofit foundation focused on driving innovative thinking and action on global issues relating to health, education and economic empowerment. The organization is committed to fostering transformative change and improving the health and well-being outcomes of communities around the world. Visit https://www.thoughtfoundation.org/
About RenovaCare:
RenovaCare, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing first-of-their-kind autologous (self-donated) stem cell therapies for the regeneration of human organs. Initial products under development target the body’s largest organ, the skin. Investigative clinical use of their flagship technology has shown to be promising new alternatives for patients suffering from burns, and chronic and acute wounds. https://www.renovacareinc.com.
