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Stories that inspire: A trainee alumna spotlight at Canadian Blood Services’ Research Day 2026

Canadian Blood Services’ Research Day is a by-invitation annual event designed to foster collaboration, share knowledge, and highlight the ongoing scientific work carried out by members of our extended research and education network. It also serves as a professional development opportunity for emerging scientists. Following last year’s example, the Research Day agenda featured a trainee alumna spotlight as an inspiring reminder of the impact our training programs have on shaping the next generation of leaders in health research. Dr. Melika Loriamini is a former trainee in the laboratory of

Post date: June 25, 2026

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Youth-led Science Expo enhances sickle cell disease awareness & research

On May 16, 2026, Canadian Blood Services’ head office location in Ottawa welcomed members of the Sickle Cell Awareness Group of Ontario (SCAGO) and the SCAGO Youth Empowerment Program for a sickle cell science expo. Sickle cell disease (SCD) is an inherited blood condition that affects approximately 6,000 people across Canada. The event, which was led by SCAGO with support from Canadian Blood Services and presented in English and French, was an opportunity to celebrate research activities that seek to build understanding of sickle cell disease. The event provided an opportunity for community

Post date: June 15, 2026

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Funding opportunity: Canadian Blood Services’ Blood Efficiency Accelerator Program accepting applications

Through its competitive research funding programs, Canadian Blood Services supports innovative research activities that address key priorities in the fields of transfusion, blood-related stem cell transplantation, and cellular therapies.Funding opportunity now open!Canadian Blood Services’ Blood Efficiency Accelerator Program (BEAP) funds projects that aim to improve the efficiency and appropriate utilization of blood products, while maintaining the safety of the blood system. The 2026 competition is now open and accepting applications until July 31st, 2026, at 11:59PM (PST).Descriptions of

Post date: June 12, 2026

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Stories that inspire: A trainee alumna spotlight at Canadian Blood Services’ Research Day 2026

Youth-led Science Expo enhances sickle cell disease awareness &amp; research

Funding opportunity: Canadian Blood Services’ Blood Efficiency Accelerator Program accepting applications

Youth-led Science Expo enhances sickle cell disease awareness & research