Research

The University of Alberta is home to many internationally recognized transplant physicians and scientists who have led major research and developments in this field. New discoveries can translate across transplant disciplines and together they're making a difference - in both the future of transplantation, and the lives of those who will be transformed by transplant procedures.

Transplant innovations at UAlberta

U of A's recent rise in transplantation rankings the result of decades of innovation

The Path Forward

 research priorities updated

Message from the director of the Alberta Transplant Institute, Dr. Lori West:

The Alberta Transplant Institute is pleased to announce the open-access publication of Alberta's research priorities to advance organ donation and transplantation: an ecosystem-based and consensus-driven approach to strategic research planning that was developed by a community effort to establish the top research priorities for the Alberta organ and tissue donation and transplantation research ecosystem. From the outset, this project has aimed to set out a series of research priorities for the ATI and its membership for the next 5-10 years, and involved clinicians, basic scientists, trainees, patients, living donors, and caregivers/families in every aspect of this work.

We extend our sincere appreciation to all academic and Patient-Family-Donor (PFD) leads for their instrumental roles in guiding each of the five working groups. Additionally, we express gratitude to the diverse members of each group whose invaluable input, enthusiasm, and active participation have shaped this significant endeavor.

Now that we have defined our research priorities, the ATI staff and members aim to develop a strategic plan to allocate resources toward these priorities. This entails identifying potential funding sources, setting goals, and establishing timelines. As we strive to transform these priorities into impactful realities, the ATI staff have established regular follow-ups with our colleagues in the Office of Advancement (Scott Bremner and Kim Falconer), who are excited to assist us in identifying industry partners, individuals, and philanthropic organizations that can provide funding for projects aligned with the top priorities of each working group.

We look forward to exploring the work of these research pillars together and helping to bring new innovation and funding to benefit the next generation of patients, families, clinicians, and scientists alike. Together, we can achieve the ultimate goal of improved long-term health and wellness for transplant recipients and a strengthened donation system in Alberta.