The Impact of Demographic Changes on Blood Donation and Transfusion Demand, Implications of a Population Based Longitudinal Study
Special guest speaker Dr. Andreas Greinacher University Hospital Greifswald, Germany Head of the Institute of Immunology and Transfusion Medicine Objectives 1. To understand the association between demographic changes and blood donation numbers To become aware that the baby boom generation who is
Tiny scientists, big discoveries: Celebrating the International Day of Women & Girls in Science at STEMapolooza!
February 11, 2026 is dedicated by UNESCO as a global day to celebrate women and girls in science and recognize a future where science and gender equality advance together. This year, the Telus World of Science Edmonton celebrated International Day of Women and Girls in Science with a family-friendly STEMapolooza event, and invited Canadian Blood Services' project leads Carly Olafson and Sanaz Hemmati to participate as guest experts at a booth representing our research network. The booth activities were planned in collaboration with Dawn O'Dwyer, an Edmonton-based Manager of Regional
February 17, 2026
Journeys in research: Trainee experiences supporting knowledge exchange, part 1 Nawal Elshamiy
The Monthly Science Seminar series described in the blog below is an example of one of the knowledge mobilization activities organized to support effective knowledge sharing, connection, and collaboration among members of Canadian Blood Services’ innovation and portfolio management (I&PM) internal research network. Each year, trainees in Canadian Blood Services’ research network are invited to volunteer as MSS Series Organizing Committee members. By emphasizing the importance of effective science communication and knowledge translation, this opportunity to engage in session planning is
February 12, 2026
Feb 17 12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual
Topic: Social Science – Patient perspectives in Transfusion
Presented by Dr. Kelly Holloway & Dr. Jennie Haw PhD, Social Scientist, Canadian Blood Services Guest: Biba Tinga President of Sickle Cell Disease Association of Canada Learning objectives Summarize the role and value of social science in Transfusion Medicine Research Introduce approaches to patient
Feb 10 12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual
Topic: Hospital Blood Inventory Management - Theory and Practice
Presented by Dr. Gwen Clarke & Dr. Jennifer Duncan MD, FRCPC University of Alberta, Vancouver Island Health, University of British Columbia Learning objectives Describe supplier, delivery and hospital factors that may influence hospital blood component inventory Understand the concept of average
Feb 11 2:00 pm | Virtual
Qualitative and Mixed Methods Research Designs: Much-Needed but Underutilized in Transfusion Medicine (26EL-606)
In contrast to commonly used quantitative research designs, this eCast will present the basic structures and methods of qualitative and mixed methods research designs for consideration in transfusion medicine research. Speakers will present compelling arguments for transfusionists to consider using
May 2 8:00 am | Scottsdale, Arizona
Cellular Therapies and Transfusion Medicine in Trauma and Critical Care (CTTACC) 2027
This is the seventh in a series of conferences entitled “Cellular Therapies and Transfusion Medicine in Trauma and Critical Care Medicine”. The conference will be hosted May 2–5, 2027, in Scottsdale, Arizona. Learning objectives The goal of this meeting is to bring together the expertise and input
Apr 23 9:00 am | Virtual
Optimizing immunoglobulin therapy: Patient suitability, stewardship strategies, and navigating reactions
The 21st Annual Transfusion Medicine Educational Web Conference Symposium hosted by Canadian Blood Services and the Ontario Regional Blood Coordinating Network (ORBCoN) is taking place virtually on April 23, 2026.This symposium is designed to enhance the transfusion skills of healthcare
Apr 23 12:00 pm | Virtual
What is the Environmental Impact of Transfusion: A life cycle assessment of transfusion services across England
Presented by Dr. Michael F. Murphy Registration Registration is required for this event: Webinar Registration - Zoom. To receive registration details for upcoming U of T Transfusion Medicine Rounds directly, join the U of T Transfusion Medicine mailing list via Ontario Regional Blood Coordinating
Mar 26 12:00 pm | Virtual
Plasma analysis from GADGET, ICTMG plasma guidelines
Presented by Dr. Nadia Gabarin and Dr. Sheharyar Raza Registration Registration is required for this event: Webinar Registration - Zoom. To receive registration details for upcoming U of T Transfusion Medicine Rounds directly, join the U of T Transfusion Medicine mailing list via Ontario Regional
