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Upcoming JPI Seminar on Regenerative Medicine Safety

The Japan Planning Institute (JPI) is set to hold an important seminar on May 21, 2026, featuring Takahiko Nagai, an esteemed official from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. This seminar will delve into the Regenerative Medicine Safety Assurance Act and will present insights into its recent developments, focusing on compliance and real-world practices as well as future implications.

Seminar Details

Date & Time: May 21, 2026, from 09:30 to 11:30 AM.
Participants will also have the opportunity to register for recorded streaming following the seminar's conclusion.

About the Speaker

Takahiko Nagai serves as the Assistant Director of the Research and Development Policy Division, Regenerative Medicine Promotion Office at the Ministry of Health. With his extensive expertise, he will guide attendees through the complexities of this act, which was established in 2013 to ensure the safe and rapid provision and expansion of regenerative medicine.

Overview of the Regenerative Medicine Safety Assurance Act

The act sets forth critical regulations that medical institutions must adhere to when providing regenerative medical services. It outlines the necessary compliance measures for manufacturing specific cellular products utilized in regenerative therapy. The law particularly focuses on the clinical research aspects of regenerative, cellular, and gene therapy within Japan.

Seminar Topics

1. Overview of the Regenerative Medicine Safety Assurance Act.
2. Medical technologies and risk classifications under the act.
3. Standards and planning for the provision of regenerative medicine.
4. Details regarding certified committees for regenerative medicine.
5. Manufacturing facility regulations for specific cellular products.
6. Provisions within the amended law.
7. Guidance on procedures established under the act.
8. Related Q&A session.
9. Networking opportunity with participants and the speaker.

This seminar represents a unique opportunity for professionals to engage directly with industry experts and to gain insights that are crucial for practical application in their respective fields. Networking with peers from various sectors can spark new collaborations and provide valuable information for real-world implementation.

Participation Options

Participants can attend in person or via live streaming; however, recorded sessions are available upon request.

• - In-Person Attendance: Special rate of ¥18,500 (tax included) available for those who also wish to access recordings.
• - Live Streaming Attendance: No access to recordings.
• - Recorded Streaming: Available after the live event.

Registration Fees

• - Individual Fee: ¥37,430 (tax included).
• - Special Bonus: Each registered participant is allowed to bring one additional person from the same organization at no charge (registration required).
• - Participants from local public organizations can bring up to two individuals for ¥11,000 each (tax included) for in-person or live streaming.

For more information and to register, please visit the following link: JPI Seminar Registration

Post-Seminar Interaction

Post-seminar, participants will have the chance to engage with the speaker for follow-up questions and networking, fostering connections that can lead to new business opportunities. Sessions will continue to accept registrations for recorded streams allowing further access to valuable content.

Contact Information

Japan Planning Institute
106-0047 Tokyo, Minato-ku, Minamiazabu 5-2-32 Kowa Hiroo Building
Telephone: 03-5793-9761
Fax: 03-5793-9767
Website: www.jpi.co.jp

About JPI
For over fifty years, the Japan Planning Institute has been a bridge for knowledge among the government, private sectors, and academia, providing valuable information through targeted seminars designed for executives and senior management involved in national policies and projects.