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Wound Healing Society

Improving wound healing outcomes through science, education, and communication.

03/17/2026

Cellular vs. scaffold grafts. It sounds like just a technical debate, but the stakes are real: which approach actually gets wounds to close?

Presented by the WHS Education Committee, this webinar featured clinicians, researchers, and biomedical engineers squared off in a live debate. Team Cellular argued that live cells do something no material can: they sense the wound environment and respond dynamically, releasing growth factors tailored to what that specific patient needs at that specific stage of healing. They pointed to shelf life improvements, stem cell advances, and the fundamental argument that it is cells, not scaffolds, that do the biological work of repair.

Team Scaffold countered that the body already knows how to recruit the right cells when given proper structural support. Scaffolds can be engineered with antibacterial properties, controlled degradation, and bioactive peptides that mimic the native microenvironment. They are scalable, reproducible, and far easier to bring through regulatory approval and into clinical use.

Who do you think won out in the end?

Watch the full debate on YouTube and weigh in!

🎥 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWtHp6ZflwA

03/10/2026

Are you equipped to handle the complexities of acquired lower limb lymphedema? From initial diagnosis to long-term maintenance, understanding the nuances of this condition is vital for improving patient outcomes.

Join the Wound Healing Society on March 10 for an in-depth clinical deep dive. We’re breaking down the essential roadmap for effective care:
Accurate Diagnosis: Identifying the clinical markers early.
Recognizing the Stages: Understanding progression to tailor treatment.
The Intensive Phase: Best practices for decongestive therapy.
The Maintenance Phase: Strategies for long-term stability and patient compliance.

Whether you are a seasoned specialist or new to vascular health, this session provides the actionable insights you need to manage this condition with confidence.

📅 Date: March 10, 2026
⌚ 6pm EST

🔗 Register Now: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HoggNki3ScmNzS-7so-LiQ

03/06/2026

This , we are reflecting on the lineage of excellence within the Wound Healing Society. The visionary women who steered WHS decades ago didn’t just lead; they built the foundation upon which today’s breakthroughs are rising.

From the first women in the boardroom to the female scientists leading our committees today, we recognize and respect your contributions.

Which woman in wound care has most influenced your career? Tag a mentor or colleague who is making history right now. 👇

03/05/2026

This Women’s History Month, we’re honoring the pioneering women who helped build the wound healing community from the ground up.

These visionary leaders didn’t just advance the science; they shaped how we collaborate, conduct research, and deliver patient-centered care. Their legacy lives in every evidence-based protocol, every successful treatment outcome, and every professional connection that drives our field forward.

Swipe to meet five WHS presidents whose leadership and scientific curiosity continue to guide our community’s pursuit of measurable patient outcomes. 🔬👩‍🔬✨

02/27/2026

We’re looking forward to gathering in Charlotte for our annual WHS meeting at SAWC Spring!

Advance pricing closes March 6. After that, registration rates go up.

Secure your spot now and take advantage of advance rates. Don't forget to sign up for the Wound Shark competition lunch and the Members social too!

WHS members receive added savings at checkout with their member ID.

👉 Register at woundheal.org/meeting

02/25/2026

📽️ New from the Wound Healing Society: A deep-dive into the science behind photobiomodulation (PBM) and how it affects endothelial cell behavior in diabetic wounds, both in research and practice.

In this Fireside Chat you’ll hear expert insights on how low-dose light therapies influence key signaling pathways (like PDGF, VEGF, TGF-β) that are crucial for vascular responses during wound repair, especially under diabetic conditions, tying directly to findings from the recent study Endothelial Cell Responses to Photobiomodulation Treatments in Diabetic Wounds Are Mediated via Concerted PDGF, VEGF and TGF-β Signalling published in Wound Repair and Regeneration.

👉 Watch the video here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CTZRmv3BNBI

This is a great resource for understanding how PBM may modulate healing mechanisms at the cellular level in difficult-to-heal wounds!

02/19/2026

⏰ Deadline approaching — March 13, 2026

If you've been thinking about applying for the WHS Early-Career or Mid-Career Faculty Award, now's the time to make it happen.

Both awards offer travel support and a chance to share your work at a scientific conference! We believe the field grows stronger when emerging voices get the stage.

🔹 Early-Career Faculty Award: for Assistant Professors in their first 5 years
🔹 Mid-Career Faculty Award: for Associate Professors in their first 10 years

Don't let the deadline sneak up on you. Apply at https://woundheal.org/Awards/

02/18/2026

We’re excited to announce that Manuela Martins-Green, PhD, has been named the recipient of the 2026 Wound Healing Society Lifetime Achievement Award!

Dr. Martins-Green’s pioneering work has shaped the modern understanding of wound repair, from foundational discoveries in chemokine biology to the development of the first reproducible translational murine model of chronic wounds. Her research has influenced decades of scientific progress and clinical translation in wound care.

Beyond her scientific contributions, she has served the Wound Healing Society with exceptional leadership, mentorship, and dedication for more than 30 years.

🎉 Please join us in congratulating Dr. Martins-Green on this extraordinary and well-deserved recognition. She will be honored at the 2026 WHS Annual Scientific Meeting in Charlotte, North Carolina.

02/16/2026

🚨 Last call to secure your spot in Wounds 101!

Whether you're a clinician stepping into wound care or a seasoned researcher ready to refresh your fundamentals, this comprehensive overview delivers exactly what you need.

Drs. White-Chu and Gould, both practicing clinicians and recognized wound healing educators, will guide you through:
✓ The most common chronic wound types and their characteristics
✓ A systematic, evidence-based approach to wound treatment selection
✓ Best practices for accurate infection diagnosis
✓ Myth-busting insights that separate fact from fiction in wound care

This isn't just another webinar, it's your foundation for confident, research-driven wound care practice. Perfect for researchers, industry partners, and clinicians who want to build their expertise on solid scientific ground.

Ready to strengthen your wound care fundamentals with authoritative, actionable knowledge? 📚💪
Register at https://linktr.ee/WoundHealingSociety

01/27/2026

The Wound Healing Society is now accepting applications for the WHS Research Grant, an opportunity designed to support junior investigators advancing wound healing science.

This grant is open to WHS members who:
Are within their first five years of a faculty position
Meet NIH new investigator criteria (no other large grants)
Are seeking early funding to support independent research

Applications follow an NIH-style format and include specific page limits for aims, background, and research strategy.

🗓 Application deadline: February 15
🔗 Apply here: https://woundheal.org/forms/2026/grant.cgi

01/22/2026

⏰ Reminder: Wound Shark Competition Entry Deadline Approaching

The deadline to submit your entry for the Wound Shark Competition is February 9!

WoundShark highlights groundbreaking science and new product innovations in advanced wound care, providing innovators with the opportunity to present their work onsite to a panel of expert judges.
Selected participants will deliver a 5-minute PowerPoint presentation, followed by Q&A. Innovations are evaluated based on:
Novelty and development stage
Clinical unmet need
Market potential, pricing, and reimbursement strategy
Competitive landscape and differentiation
Investment potential and scalability

The top innovation will receive the WoundShark Trophy and a cash prize.
This event is open to WHS members only. Applicants must be WHS members to be considered.

🔔 Submit your entry before February 9
🔗 Learn more and submit: https://woundheal.org/forms/2026/woundshark.cgi

01/20/2026

🎥 New Awardee Highlight Interview

In this WHS Awardee Highlight, 2025 Mid-Career Award winner Swathi Balaji shares reflections on her career path, research focus, and the questions that continue to drive her work in wound healing.

Join us to watch Dr. Balaji discuss scientific curiosity, mentorship, and how the field of wound-healing research is evolving. The interview offers a thoughtful look at the experiences and perspectives shaping today’s research landscape, making it valuable for clinicians, researchers, trainees, and industry partners alike.

▶️ Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GW9DA0nkDLQ

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