As the Chair of the prestigious PPSSC International Conference, I extend a heartfelt welcome to all distinguished attendees.

This conference serves as a nexus for scholars, researchers, and professionals to exchange profound insights and cutting-edge expertise in their respective domains. Over the next few days, we anticipate thought-provoking discussions, enlightening presentations, and fruitful collaborations.

We firmly believe that this conference will fuel intellectual growth, foster interdisciplinary synergies, and catalyze innovative approaches to contemporary challenges. Together, we can explore uncharted territories, question established paradigms, and shape positive transformations.

Over the past decade, PPSSC has made huge strides in contributing to stem cell and cancer research in Taiwan. New diagnoses and treatments have been developed along with new research methods. This year’s symposium celebrates the achievements we’ve made this past year, encouraging us to exchange ideas and create an even greater value for the world. The program for PPSSC 2024 has copious main themes:
A. Regeneration and Functional Approaches on Nerve Repair.
B. Stem Cell Therapy for Neurological Disease.
C. Research Progress for Extracellular Vesicles Tracing Technology In Vitro And In Vivo.
D. Use of Molecular Markers for Therapeutic Treatment in Cancer.
E. Application of Engineering Programmable Drug Delivery and Cancer Therapy.
F. Translational Medicine.

Finally, I wish you a productive and memorable conference experience. May this gathering ignite inspiration, forge indelible bonds, and advance the frontiers of knowledge in our respective fields.
We welcome you once again to PPSSC 2024 and experience the diverse culture and hospitably of Hualien!.

Sincerely yours,

Shinn-Zong Lin, M.D., Ph.D.
Superintendent, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation
President of The Buddhist Tzu Chi Bioinnovation Center
Professor of Neurosurgery, Tzu Chi University

Fellow of National Academy of Inventor (USA)
Fellow of American Association of Advancement of Science (USA)