IFATS is the premier global scientific society for adipose derived stem cell biology and applications in regenerative medicine. We draw members from around the globe, spanning disciplines of reconstructive surgery, cardiovascular biology, neurosciences, orthopedic surgery, endocrinology, developmental biology, biomaterials, bioengineering, cell therapy, stem cell biology, tissue engineering, and many others interested in regenerative medicine. Our annual international meeting features the best cutting edge scientific work in the field of adipose stem cell research and adipose biology applied to clinical problems.