Research. Education. Discovery.

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Our Research, Education, and Discovery Blog is a showcase for our work as well as the basic science behind what we do. Here we invite readers to explore the worlds of transfusion and transplantation science and learn more about how our research leads to improved everyday practices and ultimately – and most importantly – better outcomes for patients. 

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Countdown to CSTM 2026: Agenda contributors

Mardi, avril 28, 2026
Canadian Blood Services is looking forward to connecting with members of the transfusion community at CSTM 2026 in June. In lead-up to the event, we invited members of our research and education network to describe their contributions to the conference and Canadian Blood Services’ annual Research Day event which takes place the same week.
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How Canadian Blood Services supports research to advance the field of organ and tissue donation and transplantation

Jeudi, avril 23, 2026
Reflecting on National Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Week (April 19–25, 2026), this blog describes just some of the ways Canadian Blood Services’ Research Ethics Program and competitive research funding programs have–and continue to–support important advancement in the field of organ and tissue donation and transplantation.
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Journeys in research: Canadian Blood Services’ trainee Dimpy Modi shares her story

Jeudi, avril 16, 2026
This blog series shines a spotlight on the next generation of researchers by featuring trainees who have recently graduated – or those who are soon to graduate – from Canadian Blood Services’ research and education network. Each post celebrates their journey, showcasing their research, experiences, and the impact of their work. In this edition, we highlight Dimpy Modi, a recent graduate.
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Journeys in research: Trainee experiences supporting knowledge exchange, part 3 Saifur Chowdhury

Jeudi, avril 09, 2026
This blog shares perspectives from trainees engaged in delivering Canadian Blood Services Monthly Science Seminar (MSS) Series. With an emphasis on supporting effective science communication and knowledge exchange, the opportunity to contribute to the MSS series helps foster trainees’ professional development and collaboration skills.
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Journeys in research: A trainee’s reflections on qualitative research focused on patient experiences with CAR-T therapy

Jeudi, avril 02, 2026
As a biomedical sciences student at Carleton University, Sneha Negi is completing a research placement with at Canadian Blood Services with scientist Dr. Jennie Haw. Her current project focuses on qualitative research to examine patients’ experiences, perspectives, access, and outcomes with CAR-T therapy.
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New research publications: March 2026

Mercredi, avril 01, 2026
A curated list of the latest peer-reviewed research publications from across Canadian Blood Services’ research and education network.

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