Dana Devine 🎉

In January 2024, Canadian Blood Services established the to support young academics, reflecting her lifelong commitment to investing in the next generation of scientists.

: She served as the Chief Scientist for Canadian Blood Services from its inception in 1998 until her retirement in 2023. Her work helped modernize transfusion practices across Canada. dana devine

(1956–2024) was a transformative figure in international transfusion medicine, known for her groundbreaking research on platelet quality and her leadership in the Canadian blood system. Professional Legacy and Impact In January 2024, Canadian Blood Services established the

: Devine held prestigious international roles, including President of the AABB (formerly the American Association of Blood Banks) and President of the Biomedical Excellence for Safer Transfusion (BEST) Collaborative. : At the University of British Columbia (UBC)

: Her primary research passion was deciphering the intricacies of platelets, specifically their role in blood clotting, immunity, and how storage affects their quality.

: At the University of British Columbia (UBC) , she was a Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine and a founding member of the Centre for Blood Research.

: She led the journal Vox Sanguinis, a leading publication in the field of transfusion medicine. Research and Contributions