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.

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.

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.

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.

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