Emerging models of human and non-human primate placental development - Centre for Trophoblast Research 17th annual meeting 2024.

Abstract

The 17th annual meeting of the Centre for Trophoblast Research (CTR) took place at the University of Cambridge, UK, on 1-2 July 2024. This year's meeting provided an opportunity to reflect on the significant advancements made recently in modelling the human placenta in vitro. The meeting featured 12 invited speakers and attracted 260 participants from 25 countries. Many of the speakers were leading figures who have developed methods to derive human trophoblast stem cells or organoids from first trimester and term placentas, and from pluripotent stem cells. Accompanying the invited presentations were flash talks selected from the abstract submissions and poster presentations. The meeting concluded with a stimulating panel discussion to evaluate the current human trophoblast models. This Meeting Review aims to capture the spirit of the event and highlight the key themes and take-home messages that emerged.