Research from the lab of Dr. Jason Acker explores the impact of adult blood transfusions on preterm infant recipients and investigates safer alternatives that may improve transfusion practices and enhance the well-being of preterm infants. This research was recently highlighted in the journal of Pediatric Research.

Canadian Blood Services 2024 Lay Science Writing Competition offered in partnership with the Centre for Blood Research (CBR) provides research trainees an opportunity to exercise and enhance their science communication skills by sharing their research with lay audiences. Read Mahsa Yazdanbakhsh’s description of her research as a PhD candidate in the lab of Dr. Jason Acker; the write-up claimed third prize in this year’s competition.