June 2026 - ICOC/ARS

CIRM is governed by the Independent Citizens’ Oversight Committee (ICOC), which is composed of up to 35 Californians with expertise in: 1. Managing large research grants and complex institutions and conducting cutting-edge medical research; 2. Understanding the critical path for the development of successful experimental medical treatments and directing the approval process through the Food and Drug Administration and other regulatory bodies and ethical committees; and 3. Advocating on behalf of Californians who suffer from a variety of chronic diseases and injuries. Among other responsibilities, the Board is charged with: 1. Adopting scientific, medical, ethical, and intellectual property policies; 2. Making final decisions on all grant and loan awards; and 3. Overseeing the operations of CIRM Learn more about CIRM's Governance Board at www.cirm.ca.gov/board-and-meetings/board