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Versiti Blood Research Institute investigators are experts in the fields of transfusion medicine; immunobiology; thrombosis, hemostasis and vascular biology; and stem cell biology and hematopoiesis. Learn more about past, present and future research projects aimed at saving lives.

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Addressing a major cause of vision loss globally

December 05, 2024

Through her research, Dr. Chrzanowska aims to understand the roles and functions of RAP1B in the regulation of signaling by VEGF, and inflammatory factors and their impact on the vasculature of the retina.

Creating the blood products of the future

December 02, 2024

Genetically engineered transfusable platelets could be used to improve blood banking and treat patients with cancer, pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis.

Using genome editing to treat sickle cell disease

December 02, 2024

Genome editing targets SCD’s root cause through precise genetic intervention.

Using AI to better predict, diagnose and treat cancer

October 22, 2024

Bioinformatics data will help investigators understand what causes cancer to develop and how to treat it.

Versiti Blood Research Institute graduate students awarded prestigious Chateaubriand Fellowship

August 02, 2024

Emily Boyd and Mindy Kim will conduct research at institutions in France that partner with laboratories at VBRI.

Versiti participates in successful clinical trial for new treatment for children with hemophilia A

July 18, 2024

Versiti Comprehensive Center for Bleeding Disorders, led by Lynn Malec, MD, MSc, had the highest enrollment in this groundbreaking clinical trial.

Understanding the Role of the Liver in Sickle Cell Disease

February 23, 2024

Associate Investigator Tirthadipa Pradhan-Sundd, PhD, studies the mechanisms behind hematological diseases and how to improve patient outcomes.

Versiti Blood Research Institute to develop hematology biorepository

January 24, 2024

The biobank will serve as a resource for advancing research and will bridge the gap between basic research and clinical applications.

Paving the Way For New Sickle Cell Disease Treatments

December 14, 2023

Versiti Blood Research Institute (VBRI) Senior Investigator Prithu Sundd, PhD, is interested in exploring how two types of cells—neutrophils and platelets—contribute to thrombosis and inflammation (thrombo-inflammation) in SCD.

Addressing the Healthcare Challenges and Disparities Among Sickle Cell Disease Patients

December 14, 2023

Dr. Sundd’s aim is to improve education surrounding blood donation in diverse communities and develop new SCD therapies that tackle the disease head-on.
 
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