The Role of Filamin A in Blood Clotting: How Platelets Change Shape to Stop Bleeding
The Kim lab in the CBR has been studying how platelets change shape, specifically focusing on a protein called Filamin A (FLNA), which plays a crucial role in the shape-shifting process.
Empowering Young Minds: Highlights from the 2024 Girls & STEAM Summit
This past month, the Centre for Blood Research attended the Girls and STEAM Summit, presented by Stemcell Technologies. This event invited girls aged 12-14 to attend hands-on workshops and a chance to meet professionals in mentor cafés and showcase booths.
Lay Science Writing Competition 2024: Research ensures innovation and safety go hand in hand for stem cell transplantation
Postdoctoral fellows Drs. Chaahat Singh and Giorgia Caspani describe their research in the Jefferies lab and their experience preparing their written LSWC entry which claimed second prize in this year’s competition!
Remembering Dr. Dana Devine
It is with deep sadness that we share the news that Dr. Dana Devine, a long-time friend, colleague, and founding member of the UBC Centre for Blood Research (CBR), passed away on November 12, 2024.
CBR Magazine: November 2024
The Centre for Blood Research (CBR) is excited to share the CBR Magazine: November 2024 issue!
Blood vessel-like coating could make medical devices safer for patients
University of B.C. researchers have developed a groundbreaking coating that could make medical devices safer for millions of patients, reducing the risks associated with blood clots and dangerous bleeding.
Earl W. Davie Symposium 2024: Poster Gallery
This gallery showcases posters that are being presented at the 18th Annual Earl W. Davie Symposium on November 13, 2024 at UBC Robson Square.
The Gut-Brain Link in Psychedelics: A New Path to Mental Health?
Psychedelics, such as psilocybin and LSD, have gained attention as promising therapies for psychiatric disorders like depression and PTSD. A recent review by the Jefferies lab may play a crucial role in how psychedelics alter mood and behaviour.
Q&A with Dr. Yu (Seby) Chen – Michael John Page Postdoctoral Fellow Award 2024
Dr. Seby Chen is the 2024 Michael John Page Postdoctoral Fellow Award recipient. We got to interview Seby and learn more about him and his journey!
Lay Science Writing Competition 2024: Evaluating umbilical cord blood transfusion efficacy and safety in neonates
The 2024 Lay Science Writing Competition offered in partnership with CBS provides research trainees an opportunity to exercise and enhance their science communication skills. Congratulations to Mahsa Yazdanbakhsh, author of the third prize-winning entry!