Members of Canadian Blood Services’ research and education network participated in the CSTM 2026 conference last week in a session focused on the different levels and layers of transfusion medicine education.The session offered conference attendees an interactive opportunity to explore three key examples of educational activities in Canada:The on-demand and multi-format resources available on Canadian Blood Services’ professional education website, ProfEdu.ca,The Transfusion Camp’s semi-structured curriculum for healthcare providers in conjunction with medical schools across Canada, andThe

Each month, our R.E.D. blog showcases the activities of our research and education network and the innovation and collaboration that drives our scientific community forward. Included in these activities are the peer-reviewed publications in academic journals that are a main avenue for researchers to share their scientific findings. With a focus on methodology and a rigorous review process prior to publication, these publications are recognized as credible and reliable sources of scientific information.This blog – part of a recurring monthly recap – provides an overview of the latest research

A new “Meet the Researcher” video showcasing the expertise of Canadian Blood Services’ research network is now available on blood.ca! The video features Dr. Nicolas Pineault, a Canadian Blood Services senior scientist and adjunct professor in the department of Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Ottawa. Dr. Pineault’s laboratory is located at the Canadian Blood Services head office in Ottawa, where he works on the development of cryopreservation strategies to protect cells from cryoinjuries.As a complement to the video and to highlight the “behind-the-scenes" view on

The Canadian Transfusion Trials Group (CTTG) has announced the winner of their inaugural “Paper of the Year” award! The award was conferred April 24, 2026, during the network’s annual meeting held in Canmore, AB.CTTG is a pan-Canadian network focused on accelerating the conduct of high-quality clinical trials to improve transfusion practice in Canada and beyond. Launched in 2023 with support from Canadian Blood Services, the network is entering its fourth year and continuing to grow.This award has been created to recognize the peer-reviewed publications that describe a significant advancement