Apr 16
1:00 pm | Virtual/Vancouver

Seminar series: Non-genetic mechanisms of therapeutic sensitivity and resistance in the myeloid malignancies

Myeloid malignancies are uncommon but deadly cancers. Despite extensive investigation of coding mutations and the development of targeted therapies, there remains a major need for new therapies and treatment approaches. Decision-making around post-remission therapy is based on genetic risk

Apr 2
1:00 pm | Virtual/Vancouver

Seminar Series: Structural insight into receptor usage, immune evasion, and evolution of a viral fusion glycoprotein

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is the leading cause of infant hospitalizations worldwide. While there are vaccines for RSV in the elderly there are no vaccines or therapeutics for prevention and treatment of RSV in infants. To address these unmet needs we are studying the structure of viral

Mar 1
11:00 am | In-person

Lace up for Life

The Canadian Transplant Association is hosting Lace up for Life Welcome to all people impacted by organ donation: Recipients, donors, families, supporters and everyone in between. Date & Time: Saturday, March 1 between 11 AM & 3 PM in Nova Scotia Saturday, March 1 between 3:30 PM & 4:30 PM in New

Feb 12
1:00 pm | Virtual/Vancouver

Seminar Series: Protective and pathogenic paradigms of germinal centers

The diversity of the antibody-producing B cell repertoire plays a critical role in the defense against pathogens, but poor regulation of the processes that generate that diversity can also lead to autoimmunity. High-affinity antibody responses are generated, in part, by maturation of antibody

Feb 10
11:00 am | Virtual

SSC on the Case: Pediatric and Neonatal Thrombosis and Hemostasis: CSVT and Mesenteric Vein Thrombosis with MIS-C

This webinar is hosted by ISTH Academy, the online education arm of the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH). The webinar is free for members and non-members alike. Presented by Assaf Barg Israel, Chair Ayesha Zia USA, Chair Hilary Whitworth USA, Chair Julia David USA, Speaker

Feb 26
10:00 am | Virtual

Rebalancing Therapies for Hemophilia: Are You Ready?

This webinar is hosted by ISTH Academy, the online education arm of the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH). The webinar is free for members and non-members alike. Presented by Amy Shapiro, MD Stacey Croteau, MD Learning objectives Assess how emerging rebalancing treatments

Feb 25
4:00 pm | Virtual

Arboviruses and transfusion safety

This International Society for Blood Transfusion (ISBT) webinar is for Scientists, blood bankers, transfusion practitioners, Master and PhD students, experts in transfusion-transmitted infections, public health professionals, managers, technicians, etc. To provide a panorama of the emerging

Feb 12
3:00 pm | Virtual

Quality culture - continuous and data-driven improvement

This International Society for Blood Transfusion (ISBT) webinar is for blood bankers, transfusion practitioners and technicians. It is recommended to be familiar with quality management systems. The first joint webinar between ISBT and AATM aims to enhance blood transfusion services by promoting a

Feb 27
12:00 pm | Virtual

Iron deficiency in pregnancies in Ontario – Total dose vs. multi dose infusions of IV iron in pregnancy

Presented by Heather VanderMeulen, MD, FRCPC, MSc, DRCPSC Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and Mount Sinai Hospital Learning objectives Recognize that iron deficiency anemia in pregnancy is prevalent, consequential and treatable. Appreciate the positive impact of total dose vs. multiple dose IV

Feb 26
2:00 pm | Virtual

Immunohematology Boot Camp: Duffy System (25EL-509)

This program explores the Duffy (FY) blood group system antigens and related antibodies using a lecture format with accompanying complex serologic case studies. Beginning with an overview of the structure and physiologic role of the FY glycoprotein, ACKR1 (Atypical Chemokine Receptor 1), this