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A European Reference Network for Rare Hematological Diseases
You may have heard of European Reference Networks (ERNs). But most likely you have not. ERNs are networks of specialized hospital departments and research centers to treat rare or low-prevalent complex diseases.
Read moreSurvey Monitoring H2020 – your input is needed!
We need your input to improve Horizon 2020 and the next Research and Innovation Framework Programme of the European Union.
Read moreNew GFI1B variants in bleeding and platelet disorders
Platelets restrict blood loss upon vessel damage by formation of a clot (thrombus). Recently, we reported a family with a bleeding and platelet disorder (BPD), which was caused by a defect in the gene GFI1B1.
Read moreFirst randomized evidence for kinase inhibitor activity in acute myeloid leukemia
Despite the success of tyrosine kinase inhibitors in some forms of leukemias such as chronic myeloid leukemia and acute lymphoblastic leukemia, until now a kinase inhibitor had yet to demonstrate activity in acute myeloid leukemia (AML).
Read moreSanquin Blood Supply will culture erythrocytes for transfusion purposes
ABO-Rh-D matched transfusions result in alloimmunisation in 3-5% of recipients. Once allo-immunized, it may become very difficult to find appropriate donor erythrocytes, especially when multiple antibodies or rare combinations of antibodies are present.
Read moreEHA Taskforce on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Taskforce has a mandate from the EHA Board to develop a policy on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion that will be the blueprint for:
Initiating and implementing activities to empower underrepresented groups.