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Tiny scientists, big discoveries: Celebrating the International Day of Women & Girls in Science at STEMapolooza!


Tuesday, February 17, 2026
On February 11, 2026, the Telus World of Science Edmonton celebrated International Day of Women and Girls in Science with STEMapolooza, an engaging public event. Canadian Blood Services' staff members were invited to participate as guest experts at a booth representing our research network. Read their account of the event in this blog!

Journeys in research: Trainee experiences supporting knowledge exchange, part 1 Nawal Elshamiy


Thursday, February 12, 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.

“Donating for the future”: Reflections from a presentation on diversity in the donor base


Friday, February 06, 2026
Canadian Blood Services’ medical director shares insights on strategies to increase and diversify the blood system, including takeaways from a recent international presentation and higlights of the research activities that are informing progress.

New research publications: January 2026


Wednesday, February 04, 2026
A curated list of the latest peer-reviewed research publications from across Canadian Blood Services’ research and education network.

The future of research & education at Canadian Blood Services: Welcoming our new chief science officer


Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Chief Science Officer, Dr. Jim Zimring, shares his reflections on our research and education network, including its impact and future direction as he starts the new year with Canadian Blood Services.

New research publications: December 2025


Thursday, January 08, 2026
A curated list of the latest peer-reviewed research publications from across Canadian Blood Services’ research and education network.

Part 2: A legacy of leadership, celebrating 50 years of discovery with Dr. Donald R. Branch


Tuesday, December 09, 2025
This blog features the personal reflections from senior scientist Dr. Donald R. Branch as he marks over 40-years of service at Canadian Blood Services!

New research publications: November 2025


Thursday, December 04, 2025
A curated list of the latest peer-reviewed research publications from across Canadian Blood Services’ research and education network.

Canadian Blood Services’ Rare Blood Program represented at international congress


Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Dr. Nicole Relke presented her work on the Canadian Blood Services Rare Blood Program and the management of patients with rare blood during pregnancy in Perth, Australia in October 2025. Learn more about her experience as a transfusion medicine physician trainee at the conference in this blog.

How Canadian Blood Services is advancing a legacy of research excellence: Announcing the Innovation and Portfolio Management Impact Report 2024–2025


Monday, November 17, 2025
Curious about the latest progress in research and education at Canadian Blood Services? Our Impact Report 2024–2025 (now available on blood.ca) pulls together the latest spotlights on research and education initiatives from our innovation and portfolio management team. Learn more and access the report from this post!