Vision & purpose
The Solutions for Manufacturing Advanced Regenerative Therapies (SMART) Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) is now operational as Australia’s national centre for advancing regenerative therapy research, development, and manufacturing.
Our Vision is to accelerate the availability and adoption of regenerative therapies in Australia and globally.
Our Mission is to build and sustain an industry-led, collaborative ecosystem that unites world-class researchers, clinicians, engineers, and manufacturers. Together, we are developing the translational and manufacturing capabilities needed to deliver cutting-edge, scalable therapies that address unmet clinical needs and drive economic and health benefits for Australians.
The SMART CRC brings together Australian and multinational biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies with Australia’s leading universities, medical research institutes, and health services. Together, we are advancing an integrated pipeline from discovery to delivery that ensures regenerative therapies reach the patients who need them.
What are regenerative therapies?
Regenerative therapies, including cell and gene therapies, tissue engineering solutions, and advanced medical devices, represent a revolutionary shift in healthcare. These therapies enhance the body’s ability to repair, regenerate, and even regrow tissues and organs, offering the potential to cure diseases rather than simply manage their symptoms.
Unlike conventional treatments, regenerative therapies offer durable and potentially curative outcomes for conditions such as cancer, heart disease, neurodegenerative disorders, arthritis, and inherited genetic conditions.