SECTION 1.
The Society shall promote and encourage education and research with respect to cellular transplantation and regenerative medicine.

SECTION 2.
The Society shall collaborate with existing public and private organizations to promote and encourage education and research in cellular transplantation and will participate and assist in the coordination of efforts or formulation of research and clinical programs.

SECTION 3.
The Society will receive, use, hold and apply funds, gifts, bequests and endowments, or the proceeds thereof, to any of the purposes described herein.

SECTION 4.
Upon the dissolution of the Society, the Council shall, after paying or making provision for the payment of all of the liabilities of the Society, dispose of the Society in such manner, or to such organization or organizations operated for educational, or scientific purposes with regards to cellular transplantation or immunology.

ARTICLE II – MISSION AND OBJECTIVES

Mission Statement
SECTION 1.
The mission of the Cell Transplant and Regenerative Medicine Society is to lead the development and delivery of safe, innovative cellular and regenerative therapies to improve patients’ health. The Society brings together a global community of experts in the field, thus creating a robust platform for scientific advancement. Their extensive network supports and promotes collaborative research, educational initiatives, and exchange opportunities among scientists and clinicians from academia and industry. They are dedicated to facilitating the clinical translation of pioneering therapies and addressing the complex regulatory issues that accompany these advancements.

Objectives
SECTION 1. - Foster Research and Collaboration:

• Welcome all fields of research focused around cell therapy.
• Promote interdisciplinary networking among researchers, clinicians, and industry professionals.
• Organize biennial international meetings and focused events on cutting-edge scientific developments.

SECTION 2. - Define and Disseminate Standards:

• Publish position papers, consensus statements, and guidelines on advanced translational technologies.

SECTION 3. - Advance Basic and Applied Research:

• Support and encourage basic research in cell therapy.
• Drive the development of enabling technologies to enhance cell therapy applications.

SECTION 4. - Educational Initiatives:

• Develop educational programs and resources to disseminate knowledge on cell therapy.

SECTION 5. - Support Career Development:

• Facilitate early career development through mentoring opportunities and professional growth programs.

SECTION 2.
The Council shall consist of a maximum of 13 persons of whom 4 shall be Officers comprised of a President, President-Elect, Immediate Past-President, Secretary / Treasurer, and up to a maximum of eight Councilors representing The Americas, Europe/Africa/Middle East and Asia/Oceania.

Except as otherwise provided in these Bylaws or in the Certificate of Incorporation, the number of Councilors that shall constitute the whole Council shall be fixed at the Business Meeting of Members, and if not so fixed, then the number of Councilors that constitutes the whole Council shall remain the same as the prior number so fixed. Each region should be represented by at least one Councilor, but the number from any one region shall not exceed the proportion of Members in good standing from that region in the Society. Each Officer and Councilor shall be a Full Member of the Society in good standing at the time of his/her nomination, election and term in office. The President-Elect, Secretary and Treasurer shall be elected from among those Councilors who have served one full term of 4 years on the Council. The Councilors shall be elected from all members in the manner provided in these bylaws.

SECTION 2.
The Council shall consist of a maximum of 13 persons of whom 5 shall be Officers comprised of a President, President-Elect, Immediate Past-President, Secretary and Treasurer, and up to a maximum of eight Councilors representing The Americas, Europe/Africa/Middle East and Asia/Oceania.

One Councilor shall be nominated and elected from one present or past member of the Young Investigator Committee (YIC), who has served in the YIC for at least 2 years and at the time of the nominations is a full CTRMS member.

Except as otherwise provided in these Bylaws or in the Certificate of Incorporation, the number of Councilors that shall constitute the whole Council shall be fixed at the Business Meeting of Members, and if not so fixed, then the number of Councilors that constitutes the whole Council shall remain the same as the prior number so fixed. Each region should be represented by at least one Councilor, but the number from any one region shall not exceed the proportion of Members in good standing from that region in the Society. Each Officer and Councilor shall be a Full Member of the Society in good standing at the time of his/her election and term in office. The President-Elect, Secretary and Treasurer shall be elected from among those Councilors who have served one full term of 4 years on the Council.

To be eligible to be nominated for a Council position, the candidate must have been a full member for a minimum of 2 years prior to the nomination.

The Councilors shall be elected from all members in the manner provided in these bylaws.
Council members are expected to attend and actively participate in Council meetings. The Board reserves the right to warn and eventually dismiss any elected Council member, if not in compliance with the Bylaws.

SECTION 3.
The President, President-Elect, and Immediate Past President shall serve for 2 years in each position and until their successors are installed in office, which shall occur as the last item of business at the Business Meeting of the Members at which the results of the election ballots for their successors are announced. They may not serve consecutive terms. The Secretary, Treasurer and Councilors shall normally serve for 4 years, until the end of the Business Meeting of the Members at which the results of the election ballots for their successors are announced. They may serve two consecutive terms.

SECTION 3.
The President, President-Elect, and Immediate Past President shall serve for 2 years in each position and until their successors are installed in office, which shall occur as the last item of business at the Business Meeting of the Members at which the results of the election ballots for their successors are announced. They may not serve consecutive terms. The Secretary, Treasurer and Councilors shall normally serve for 4 years, until the end of the Business Meeting of the Members at which the results of the election ballots for their successors are announced.

The Secretary and Treasurer may not serve 2 consecutive terms while the Councilors may serve another 2 year term.

SECTION 10.
Regular meetings of the Council may be held at any time or place upon the call of the President or any three Council members. In general, it is anticipated that the Council will meet at least annually. Special meetings of the Council may be held at any time or place upon the call of the President or of any four Council members. Notice of the meetings shall be in given in writing and emailed to each member of the Council not less than 14 days before such meeting. Meetings may be held at any time and place without notice if all members of the Council are present or if those not present shall, before or after the meeting, waive notice thereof. The Council may meet by conference telephone or similar communications equipment by means of which all persons participating in the meeting can hear each other.

SECTION 10.
Regular meetings of the Council may be held at any time or place upon the call of the President or any three Council members. In general, it is anticipated that the Council will meet at least quarterly and each councilor is expected to make every attempt to attend. Special meetings of the Council may be held at any time or place upon the call of the President or of any four Council members. Notice of the meetings shall be in given in writing and emailed to each member of the Council not less than 14 days before such meeting. Meetings may be held at any time and place without notice if all members of the Council are present or if those not present shall, before or after the meeting, waive notice thereof. The Council may meet by conference telephone or similar communications equipment by means of which all persons participating in the meeting can hear each other.