Research. Education. Discovery.

Our Research, Education, and Discovery Blog is a showcase for our work as well as the basic science behind what we do. Here we invite readers to explore the worlds of transfusion and transplantation science and learn more about how our research leads to improved everyday practices and ultimately – and most importantly – better outcomes for patients. 

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How it's made matters
How it’s made matters: Manufacturing method linked to cellular damage in red blood cells
Wednesday, April 13, 2016
Jenny Ryan
Researchers show that some methods used in the manufacturing of red blood cell units may be less damaging to the cells, which could reduce adverse reactions in transfusion recipients. This work may impact the future of how blood is collected in North America and around the world.
Transfusion Blood
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The Ottawa Hospital's exciting human stem cell trial yields hope for septic shock patients
Years of research lead to promising stem cell trial at The Ottawa Hospital
Wednesday, April 06, 2016
Veronica Magee
Led by The Ottawa Hospital, a groundbreaking trial called Cellular Immunotherapy for Septic Shock is testing the idea that mesenchymal stem cells may be able to help control the body’s immune system to reduce injury and promote healing, while improving its ability to fight infection.
Transplantation Stem Cells
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11th annual videoconference
More is not always better!
Wednesday, March 30, 2016
Jenny Ryan
"Implementing Choosing Wisely recommendations for transfusion medicine" is the 11th Annual Transfusion Medicine Education Videoconference taking place April 13, 2016. Registration is open!
Transfusion Blood
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Through the microscope - Macrophage meets blood cell
Through the microscope: macrophage meets blood cell
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Jenny Ryan
Images from the Lazarus Research Group lab show some fascinating and potentially life-saving science in action.
Plasma Transfusion Blood
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Vancouver-based Blood for Research facility is a jewel in our Centre for Innovation
Vancouver-based blood for research facility – a jewel in our Centre for Innovation
Wednesday, March 16, 2016
Dr. Geraldine Walsh
Located in Vancouver, BC, near the University of British Columbia campus, our blood for research facility comprises a whole blood and apheresis donor clinic as well as a research and production laboratory.
Transfusion Blood
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Hijacked! Research reveals the takeover of blood platelets by dengue virus
Wednesday, March 09, 2016
Dr. Geraldine Walsh
" The ever-present need for innovative ways to combat dengue and other emerging viruses and pathogens has never been clearer."
Transfusion Blood
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