May 23
12:00 pm | Toronto/Webinar

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
Transfusion

Meet the Researcher: Perspectives from a trainee of Dr. Nicolas Pineault

A new “Meet the Researcher” video showcasing the expertise of Canadian Blood Services’ research network is now available on blood.ca! The video features Dr. Nicolas Pineault, a Canadian Blood Services senior scientist and adjunct professor in the department of Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Ottawa. Dr. Pineault’s laboratory is located at the Canadian Blood Services head office in Ottawa, where he works on the development of cryopreservation strategies to protect cells from cryoinjuries.As a complement to the video and to highlight the “behind-the-scenes" view on
May 28, 2026
Transfusion

Canadian Transfusion Trials Group recognizes influential clinical research with Paper of the Year award

The Canadian Transfusion Trials Group (CTTG) has announced the winner of their inaugural “Paper of the Year” award! The award was conferred April 24, 2026, during the network’s annual meeting held in Canmore, AB.CTTG is a pan-Canadian network focused on accelerating the conduct of high-quality clinical trials to improve transfusion practice in Canada and beyond. Launched in 2023 with support from Canadian Blood Services, the network is entering its fourth year and continuing to grow.This award has been created to recognize the peer-reviewed publications that describe a significant advancement
May 27, 2026
Transfusion

Sep 20
8:00 am | Sydney, Australia | In-person congress

31st International Congress of The Transplantation Society

31st International Congress of The Transplantation Society Mark your calendars for the 31st International Congress of The Transplantation Society (TTS 2026), taking place from September 20 to 23, 2026, in the vibrant city of Sydney, Australia. This landmark event will bring together over 3,000
Organs and tissues

Sep 18
8:00 am | Sydney, Australia

Donate Life Symposium

Donate Life Symposium The DonateLife Symposium is a national gathering dedicated to connection, collaboration and the life-changing impact of organ and tissue donation. Bringing together healthcare professionals and sector leaders, the symposium creates space to share experiences, celebrate progress
Organs and tissues

May 25
8:00 am | Cullen Family Theatre, St. Paul's Hospital, Vancouver, BC and Virtual

BC Transplant Education Days

BC Transplant Education Days BC Transplant is hosting its annual Education Day conference, which will share the latest information on organ donation and transplantation. Please visit the website below for the latest event updates, as well as detailed information on the agenda and speakers
Organs and tissues

Oct 22
8:00 am | St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador

CANNT conference 2026

CANNT conference 2026 The Canadian Association of Nephrology Nurses and Technologists (CANNT) Conference will be hosted in the heart of St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador. Date: October 22-24, 2026 Location: Delta Hotels St. John's Conference Centre in the heart of St. John's, Newfoundland and
Organs and tissues

Nov 17
8:00 am | Vancouver

20th Annual Earl W. Davie Symposium

This annual 1-day symposium, in honour of Dr. Earl W. Davie, features presentations by leading experts in vascular biology, hemostasis-thrombosis, and cardiovascular and neurologic disease. Dr. Earl Davie’s research had elucidated many areas of coagulation and led to effective treatments for
Transfusion

Research on more inclusive donation policies recognized by international journal as a top-cited publication

A publication describing research activities supported through Canadian Blood Services’ MSM Research Program has been acknowledged by Vox Sanguinis, the ISBT’s International Journal of Transfusion Medicine, as one of their top 10 most-cited publications from 2024. In the world of peer-reviewed literature, the number of citations a publication receives can be one aspect used to describe the publication’s influence on enhancing knowledge and research impact.The publication, End of selection criteria based on sexual orientation: An international symposium on alternatives to donation deferral
May 7, 2026
Transfusion

New research publications: April 2026

Each month, our R.E.D. blog showcases the activities of our research and education network and the innovation and collaboration that drives our scientific community forward. Included in these activities are the peer-reviewed publications in academic journals that are a main avenue for researchers to share their scientific findings. With a focus on methodology and a rigorous review process prior to publication, these publications are recognized as credible and reliable sources of scientific information.This blog – part of a recurring monthly recap – provides an overview of the latest research
May 5, 2026
Organs and tissues
Transfusion
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