Conversations About Health in Black Communities webinar
Conversations About Health in Black Communities The Canadian Donation and Transplantation Research Program (CDTRP) and the Caribbean African Regenerative Medicine (CARM) Project are proud to present a new webinar series focused on health and well-being in African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB)
Senior research scientist Dr. Jason Acker honoured with King Charles III Coronation Medal for groundbreaking cryobiology research
Canadian Blood Services senior research scientist, Dr. Jason Acker, has recently been awarded the prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medal for his contributions to the fields of science, technology and innovation. This medal was created to mark the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III. It is awarded to individuals who have made a significant contribution to Canada (or to a particular province, territory, region of, or community in, the country), or who have attained an outstanding achievement that brings credit to Canada. For Dr. Acker, who is also a professor in the department of
April 14, 2025
Apr 17 12:00 pm | Virtual
Leading with community and patient perspective
The Canadian Transfusion Trials Group (CTTG) is a pioneering national initiative designed to promote collaboration and excellence in Transfusion Medicine research. CTTG, led by co-directors Drs. Donald Arnold and Jeannie Callum, represents a paradigm shift in transfusion medicine research. CTTG
Apr 17 10:00 am | Virtual
Value Based Health Care
The British Columbia Transfusion Medicine Rounds is a monthly 1-hour educational rounds with a multidisciplinary audience bringing together pathologists, clinicians, nurses, technologists, and researchers from British Columbia and throughout Canada who have an interest in Transfusion Medicine. For
May 21 11:00 am | Toronto/Virtual
Molecular epidemiology of the RH blood group system: a population-specific pattern
Presented by Dr. Yann Fichou Senior Research Scientist French Blood Institute Learning Objectives To explore the typical features of RH genetics at the worldwide level. To get insights into the variants “commonly” found in specific populations. To understand the usefulness of dedicated population
The lifesaving role of blood transfusion in preterm infants
Mahsa Yazdanbakhsh is a PhD candidate training in the laboratory of Canadian Blood Services’ Senior Research Scientist, Dr. Jason Acker and recipient of Canadian Blood Services’ Graduate Fellowship Program award. Mahsa was the lead author on a basic science article published in the peer reviewed journal Pediatric Research in October 2024. Following publication, this research was also featured in an editorial written by international transfusion experts in the same journal. In this blog post, Mahsa summarizes the work which earned this editorial feature. Preterm infants (babies born before 32
March 20, 2025
Canadian Blood Services scientist recognized at International Stroke Conference for “first-in-class” research on stroke treatment
Dr. Heyu Ni, a Canadian Blood Services senior scientist, has received two awards at the American Heart Association’s 2025 International Stroke Conference for a top-ranked abstract of pre-clinical research on treatment for acute ischemic stroke. Awards for the Paul Dudley White International Scholar are presented annually by the Association to reflect a vision for global excellence in cardiovascular science and medicine. Top-ranked abstract submissions are selected from each country and the primary authors honoured with this award. Dr. Heyu Ni was acknowledged as the recipient of this award for
March 13, 2025
Apr 25 9:00 am | Hamilton, ON
Optimizing Sickle Cell Disease Care in Southwestern Ontario
This one-day symposium is an educational and collaboration opportunity for sickle cell disease providers across Southwestern Ontario. Sessions will provide up-to-date, evidence-based materials about high-yield topics in the care of patients living with sickle cell disease, including primary care
Mar 20 12:00 pm | Virtual
Assembling the research team and tips to maximize success
The Canadian Transfusion Trials Group (CTTG) is a pioneering national initiative designed to promote collaboration and excellence in Transfusion Medicine research. CTTG, led by co-directors Drs. Donald Arnold and Jeannie Callum, represents a paradigm shift in transfusion medicine research. CTTG
Mar 13 10:00 am | Virtual
Anti Inhibitor Coagulant Complex for refractory bleeding after cardiac surgery: Is it safe?
The British Columbia Transfusion Medicine Rounds is a monthly 1-hour educational rounds with a multidisciplinary audience bringing together pathologists, clinicians, nurses, technologists, and researchers from British Columbia and throughout Canada who have an interest in Transfusion Medicine. For
