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“Squeeze-ability” of a red blood cell: The deformability of red blood cells is a useful biomarker for storage quality

“Squeeze-ability” of a red blood cell: The deformability of red blood cells is a useful biomarker for storage quality

CBR scientists found that red blood cell deformability – its ability to squeeze and change shape – could be a useful biomarker for storage quality.

Child looking through microscope

Dr. Kelly Brown leads evaluation of the utility of adult-defined biomarkers in pediatric vasculitis with CIHR Fall 2021 Project Grant

With a CIHR Fall 2021 Project Grant, Dr. Kelly Brown is leading a project to better understand and treat pediatric vasculitis.

BEST presidency a full-circle moment for Dr. Dana Devine

BEST presidency a full-circle moment for Dr. Dana Devine

Dr. Dana Devine was recently elected as President of the BEST Collaborative. Her appointment begins September 2022.

Dr. Fabio Rossi elected to the Royal Society of Canada

Dr. Fabio Rossi elected to the Royal Society of Canada

Dr. Fabio Rossi was elected as a new Fellow to the Royal Society of Canada – one of the country’s highest honours.

Nicolas Pereyra, who was one of the UBC 3MT finalists and a MSc Student in the Devine Lab

UBC 3MT finalist calls for more science communication

UBC 3MT finalist Nicolas Pereyra shares his research on extending the shelf-life of platelets, and thoughts on science communication.

Neil Mackenzie Mentorship Excellence Award Nominees 2022: CBR members celebrated for dedication to mentorship

Neil Mackenzie Mentorship Excellence Award Nominees 2022: CBR members celebrated for dedication to mentorship

Congratulations to all Neil Mackenzie Mentorship Excellence Award Nominees 2022, who are fostering a supportive environment at the CBR!

Dr. Narges Hadjesfandiari, Dr. Katherine Serrano and Dr. Elena Levin next to blood bags in Dr. Dana Devine’s lab at the Centre for Blood Research.

Research answers questions about infusion pumps’ effect on red blood cells

A study from Dr. Narges Hadjesfandiari and colleagues investigates infusion pumps’ effect on red blood cells.

CIHR logo on a white background. Text at the bottom reads: CIHR Project Grants: Spring 2022 Competition

CBR researchers draw in more than $2.8M with CIHR Spring 2022 Project Grants

Congratulations to CBR researchers funded in the CIHR Spring 2022 Project Grants competition, who drew in more than $2.8M for their projects.

Empty hospital beds in a white room, with medical equipment. Used to illustrate how design influences healthcare in hospitals.

Cozy clinics and medical mazes: How design influences healthcare

Maria-Elizabeth Baeva takes a deep dive into how design influences healthcare in hospitals, from patients, to visitors, to doctors.

Mopelola Akinlaja wins second place in the UBC 3MT competition, encourages grad students to challenge themselves

Mopelola Akinlaja wins second place in the UBC 3MT competition, encourages grad students to challenge themselves

Congratulations to Mopelola Akinlaja, who won second place in the UBC 3MT! She shares why she challenges herself with public speaking.