Platelet Disorders

Abigail Ajanel Gomez, a PhD student and recipient of the ASH Graduate Hematology Award, is advancing understanding of platelet activation and thrombosis. Her work highlights the therapeutic potential of targeting mitochondrial calcium flux. A dedicated mentor, she is committed to fostering curiosity and critical thinking in the next generation of scientists.

The European Hematology Association (EHA) has released its official EHA Perspectives in Hematology reports from the 2025 Annual Congress in Milan, now available in two separate editions covering malignant and non-malignant hematology. Following strong interest in the 2024 pilot report, this expanded format offers deeper insights into scientific and clinical advances across the field.

INCA33989, a mutant CALR-specific antibody, showed an 80% platelet normalization rate and no dose-limiting toxicities in early-phase trials for essential thrombocythemia. Dr. John Mascarenas highlights the agent’s potential as a disease-modifying therapy, with reductions in mutant CALR burden and strong tolerability—marking a significant step forward in ET treatment.

As touchHAEMATOLOGY approaches 20 years of providing education for busy haematologists, we are looking to the future—and it certainly looks bright!

Physician burnout is at a critical point. In this episode, Nicky speaks with Dr Alfred Atanda about why so many physicians are burning out and what can be done to change the trend. From personal experience to system-wide solutions, Dr Atanda shares valuable insights on improving physician well-being and building a more effective healthcare culture.

What if your medical degree could launch more than a clinical career? In this candid and compelling read, Dr Jon Edelson shares his lessons for early-career clinicians ready to think beyond the bedside and explore the business of medicine.

In this episode, we explore the future of continuing medical education (CME) with the team behind touchIME. Hannah Fisher and Matthew Goodwin share insights into global and US trends, the importance of patient inclusivity and how educational outcomes are evolving to better measure the direct impact of learning on clinical practice and patient care.

Nurses account for the largest group of professionals in the healthcare system and there are an estimated 29 million nurses worldwide (WHO, 2024). Nursing practice needs to be dynamic in order to respond to the changing needs of an aging population and ...