Research. Education. Discovery.

Désolé! Cette page n’est disponible qu’en anglais.

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. 

Subscribe to RSS  - Grab this link and add it to your favourite feed reader. 

405 News items showing
Medal award icon
Senior research scientist Dr. Jason Acker honoured with King Charles III Coronation Medal for groundbreaking cryobiology research

Lundi, avril 14, 2025
Canadian Blood Services senior research scientist, Dr. Jason Acker, has recently been recognized with a King Charles III Coronation Medal for his contributions to science, technology and innovation. Learn more about the award and Dr. Acker’s research in this blog!
Mahsa Yazdanbakhsh in a white Canadian Blood Services lab coat
The lifesaving role of blood transfusion in preterm infants

Jeudi, mars 20, 2025
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.
Headshot of Heyu Ni in a red tie and black blazer
Canadian Blood Services scientist recognized at International Stroke Conference for “first-in-class” research on stroke treatment

Jeudi, mars 13, 2025
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.
Award Trophy
Call for nominations open for 2025 Canadian Blood Services' Lifetime Achievement Award

Lundi, mars 03, 2025
The 2025 Canadian Blood Services Lifetime Achievement Award nomination period is now open! This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the fields of transfusion and transplantation science and medicine. Learn about the nomination process and how you can submit a nomination by April 25, 2025.
Dr. Dean Fergusson headshot
Adjunct scientist honoured with 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award

Mardi, janvier 28, 2025
Canadian Blood Services’ national awards program recognizes exceptional contributors to the transfusion and transplantation system. One of the Lifetime Achievement Awards presented as part of the 2024 program recognized the research achievements of Dr. Dean Fergusson. Learn more about some of Dr. Fergusson’s research in this blog!
Group photo for the speakers at 2024 Earl W. Davie Symposium
Connecting minds, advancing science: Recapping the 18th annual Earl W. Davie Symposium 

Jeudi, janvier 16, 2025
On November 13th, 2024, the Centre for Blood Research (CBR) held their 18th annual Earl W. Davie Symposium, a research event that brings together scientists, medical doctors, healthcare professionals, and trainees in the field of blood research and beyond.

Subscribe to RSS  - Grab this link and add it to your favourite feed reader.