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This interview features Dr Nico Gagelmann (University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany) and Dr Claire Horgan (Royal Manchester Children's Hospital, Manchester, UK) co-chairs of the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT) Trainee Committee. Together, they discuss their motivations ...
The 66th ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition is now just one week away! From December 7-10th 2024, San Diego, California is set to welcome over 30,000 health professionals, clinicians, researchers, educators and over 275 exhibitors, both in person and online, from around ...
Prof. Pierre Fenaux, Head of the Department of Hematology and Immunology at Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris Nord (Hôpitaux Saint-Louis, R Debré, Avicenne) is a leading expert in haematology with extensive experience in the treatment and management of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). In this interview, he discusses key considerations for first-line therapies in lower-risk MDS, the latest advances in treatment and the role of organizations like the European School of Hematology (ESH) in supporting haematologists.
In this interview, Prof. Robin Foà, a distinguished haematologist and now Emeritus Professor of Haematology at the Sapienza University of Rome, Italy, shares the inspirations and career-defining moments that led him to focus on haematology and leukaemia research. Initially trained ...
Isatuximab is a CD38-receptor targeted monoclonal antibody approved as a combination therapy for the treatment of RRMM in patients who have received 1 to 3 lines of prior therapy.
In our latest episode, we delve into the world of space medicine to explore how drug crystallization in microgravity could revolutionize biologic drug administration. Joining us is Dr Katie King, CEO of BioOrbit, to discuss the science, challenges, and technological advancements that could make space-based drug production a reality.
A new study published in Blood explores the potential for successful pregnancy after allogeneic stem cell transplantation (allo-SCT), providing new hope for women who have undergone this intense treatment.
Few alliances have impacted patient care as significantly as the Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Research Consortium (MPN-RC). Established in 2006, the MPN-RC is an international group dedicated to advancing research and developing innovative treatment strategies for myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs). In this episode, we speak with John Mascarenhas, MD, about the coalition's founding, operational mechanics and how their efforts have led to paradigm-shifting therapies in the field.
A recent review by Prof. Florence Pasquier and colleagues highlights the potential of olutasidenib, a selective, oral, small-molecule inhibitor of the mutant IDH1 enzyme, recently approved by the FDA as treatment option for patients with relapsed or refractory (R/R) acute myeloid leukemia (AML) with isocitrate dehydrogenase 1 (IDH1) mutations.
The International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH) has issued an evidence-based clinical practice guideline aimed at revolutionizing the treatment landscape for congenital haemophilia A and B. Hemophilia, a rare bleeding disorder caused by deficiencies in blood coagulation factors, affects individuals worldwide and demands intricate management strategies.
The EHA 2024 congress has once again united top haematology experts from around the globe. This year's event featured plenty of innovations and developments, from novel therapies to cutting-edge genetic studies. In this article we provide an overview of the late-breaking abstracts presented at the meeting.
Researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) have highlighted promising results from a phase II clinical trial for a new treatment for sickle cell disease (SCD). Published in Blood, the study aimed to achieve an 80% two-year event-free survival rate following a specific bone marrow transplant (BMT) method. The international trial, led by Dr DeBaun and Dr Adetola Kassim, involved 32 children and 38 adults from five countries.
We’re looking forward to the EHA 2024 Hybrid Congress which is taking place in Madrid, between 13-16 June 2024. Promising attendees the opportunity to explore the latest advancements in haematology, including cutting-edge technologies, treatments, and products. The focus will encompass a ...
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