Presented by Dr. Monica B Pagano 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
Nov 5 12:00 pm | Virtual
The Code Call
CSTM Virtual Education Days offer short, 2-3 hour, themed education sessions, with an opportunity to directly connect with the experts via a live Q&A. Save the date for this upcoming event! The live event will offer presentations in both English and French. The English presentation and bilingual Q&A
New research publications: September 2025
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 reoccurring monthly recap – provides an overview of the latest
October 6, 2025
Oct 22 7:00 pm | Virtual
Conversations About Health in Black Communities – Family Past, Family Future
Conversations About Health in Black Communities Webinar Series Conversations About Health in Black Communities – Family Past, Family Future CDTRP and the Caribbean African Regenerative Medicine (CARM) Project continue the Conversations About Health in Black Communities series with: Webinar 3: Family
Canadian Blood Services discovery research team publishes new findings on the intricacies of liver cells & platelets
The Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) scientific journal is a globally recognized publisher of biological, physical, and social science findings. Among its latest contributors is Dr. Heyu Ni, a Canadian Blood Services senior scientist, professor at the University of Toronto, and a scientist with Unity Health Toronto. Dr. Ni and his team undertake studies focused primarily on platelet biology and immunology. In a new article published in PNAS in September 2025, Dr. Ni’s team provides answers to questions about the role of Kupffer cells – specialized cells located in the
September 26, 2025
Oct 2 10:00 am | Virtual
Don't be afraid of RhD-positive transfusions
The British Columbia Transfusion Medicine Rounds is a monthly 1-hour educational rounds with a multidisciplinary audience bringing together pathologists, clinicians, nurses, technologists, and researchers from British Columbia and throughout Canada who have an interest in Transfusion Medicine. For
Nov 14 7:00 am | Online
3rd International Congress on Sickle Cell and Other Inherited Blood Disorders
The Global Action Network for Sickle Cell & Other Inherited Blood Disorders (GANSID) holds its 3rd International Congress on Sickle Cell and Inherited Blood Disorders (IBDs) on November 14–15, 2025 with a distinguished slate of world-class speakers leading the congress, and offering their exclusive
Sep 18 12:00 pm | Virtual
Formulating your research question
The Canadian Transfusion Trials Group (CTTG) is a pioneering national initiative designed to promote collaboration and excellence in Transfusion Medicine research. CTTG, led by co-directors Drs. Donald Arnold and Jeannie Callum, represents a paradigm shift in transfusion medicine research. CTTG
Sep 25 10:00 am | Virtual
How Good will this Transfusion Do Me: What is our Answer?
The British Columbia Transfusion Medicine Rounds is a monthly 1-hour educational rounds with a multidisciplinary audience bringing together pathologists, clinicians, nurses, technologists, and researchers from British Columbia and throughout Canada who have an interest in Transfusion Medicine. For
Oct 14 12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual
Topic: Sickle Cell Disease for Transfusion Medicine Specialists
Presented by Dr. Hayley Merkeley MD FRCPC Medical Director, Adult Red Cell Disorders Program Learning objectives Review pathophysiology and disease burden of SCD Discuss current treatment landscape of SCD Highlight the role of TM as Disease modifying therapy Supportive care including pregnancy and
