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VBRI Investigator Renren Wen Receives R01 Grant Renewal for HIT Research
Renren Wen, PhD, senior investigator at the Versiti Blood Research Institute (VBRI), has received a competitive renewal for her National Institute of Health (NIH) R01 grant. The grant renewal allows Wen and her lab to continue their work in humoral immune responses in heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT), where there is a critical knowledge gap.
VBRI Receives Major NIH Grant to Expand Shared Core Facilities
New high-parameter fluorescence-activated cell sorter will accelerate breakthrough research throughout the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center.
VBRI Investigator Hervé Falet, PhD Receives R01 Grant for Platelet Production Research
This multiyear NIH grant supports research into the protein PACSIN2’s relationship with platelet production.
Crew Fans Called to “Bleed Black and Gold” in Lifesaving Summer Blood Drive
The Columbus Crew and Versiti Blood Center of Ohio are teaming up to host Bleed Black and Gold, a large-scale community blood drive aimed at helping meet critical blood needs for hospitals across central Ohio.
Detroit Lions and Versiti Join Forces to Tackle Summer Blood Shortages
July 19: One Pride Blood Drive Aims to Save Lives and Strengthen Community Support
American Society of Hematology Selects Dr. Michelle Brenner to Receive the 2025 Research Training Award for Fellows
Versiti researcher's work on inflammatory blood clots advances understanding of life-threatening pediatric conditions.
Versiti Scientists Lead Breakthrough Research at 2025 ISTH Congress
Versiti scientists will serve in 28 distinct roles, including 21 abstract presentations, at the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH) 2025 Congress in Washington, DC, June 21-24.
Manitowoc Mayor Justin Nickels Makes First Blood Donation, Inspires Community Support
In a heartfelt gesture of community service, Mayor Justin Nickels of Manitowoc visited the Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin earlier this month to donate blood for the first time, inspiring residents and highlighting the importance of blood donation.
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