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Eight VBRI Scientists Earn Recognition on Stanford and Elsevier’s Top 2% List

Versiti Blood Research Institute matches its strongest showing yet on Stanford University and Elsevier's annual ranking of the world's most-cited scientific researchers.

 

Before Versiti Asked the World to Invest in Hope, We Asked the People Who Know This Work Best

An internal giving campaign among Versiti employees  now opens to the public as a $79 million call to advance blood health for everyone.
 

Honoring Dr. Lynn Malec: An Advocate, Mentor, and Pioneering Hematologist

Versiti mourns the loss of Dr. Lynn Malec, a devoted physician-scientist whose leadership, compassion, and commitment to advancing care for bleeding disorders leave a lasting legacy of hope.
 

VBRI Associate Investigator Wade Sugden, PhD, Receives Grant to Study How Blood Flow Shapes Stem Cells

VBRI Associate Investigator Wade Sugden, PhD, received a two-year NIDDK grant to study how blood flow influences the formation of hematopoietic stem cells during early development.

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MACC Fund Commits $11.5 Million to Propel Pediatric Cancer Research at Versiti Blood Research Institute

The MACC Fund has committed $11.5 million to advance pediatric cancer research at the Versiti Blood Research Institute, strengthening a long-standing partnership dedicated to improving outcomes for children facing leukemia and other blood disorders.

 

Federal Funding Bill Commits $3 Million to Versiti Blood Research Institute Expansion

The bipartisan investment will help fund a new facility addition that accelerates groundbreaking research into cancer, bleeding disorders, clotting conditions, and cellular therapies.
 

Versiti Applauds Wisconsin General Assembly’s January Blood Donor Month Declaration

Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin welcomes the Wisconsin Assembly’s declaration of January as Blood Donor Month in the State of Wisconsin.
 

Holiday of Hope Blood Drive Brings Community Spirit and Life-Saving Donations to the Milwaukee County Zoo

Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin invites the community to participate in the Holiday of Hope Blood Drive, a festive, family-friendly community blood drive to support local hospital patients during the holiday season.

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Versiti's Lifesaving Impact Through Blood Donations and Vital Research

WISN

Versiti, a nonprofit blood center headquartered in Milwaukee, is saving lives through blood donations and advanced research, which is why the organization has been chosen for WISN's monthly "Day of Giving" campaign.

 
Winter weather impacting blood supply in Illinois. Here's how you can donate

CBS News

The blood supply in Illinois has reached critically low levels. Here's how you can help.

 
$11.5 Million Investment Expands Pediatric Cancer Research

Milwaukee Business Journal

A new $11.5 million commitment from the MACC Fund will help Versiti expand pediatric leukemia research. The support will recruit new investigators, strengthen ongoing studies, and prepare for the institute’s expanded research facility opening in 2026.

 
MACC Fund Supports New Advances in Childhood Cancer Research

BizTimes

With $11.5 million from the MACC Fund, Versiti researchers are advancing studies in pediatric leukemia, including immunotherapy and precision medicine approaches. The investment helps move discoveries from the lab toward new treatments for children.

Versiti Mission Moments

A Life Saved by Blood Donors

After a 30-year career in IT, Tom Sibert hoped to spend his retirement golfing and exploring the mountains. But when a routine cardiologist appointment revealed a hidden blood disorder, Tom’s plans took a drastic turn.

Now, blood transfusions keep him alive, and he’s sharing his story to encourage others to donate.

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