The European Stem Cell Network (ESCN) was established in 2004 in Seville, promoted by international acknowledged scientists and with the support of the Ministry of Health of the Andalucia regional Government.

• Develop an environment that encourages stem cell research and new investment in European countries.
  
• Facilitate and encourage collaboration and cooperation between academia, research and industry.
  
• Promote public understanding of stem cell.
  
• Foster the exchange and dissemination of information relating to stem cells to standardize global criteria for derivation, characterisation and maintenance of stem cell lines training of scientists in specific techniques.
  
• Provide a focus on the development of technologies and resources.
  
• Disseminate information on EC funding opportunities and science policy.
  
• Promote training & education.