University of Pittsburgh Department of Surgery Trauma and Transfusion Medicine Research Center
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Advancing trauma and transfusion research.
Improving patient outcomes.

Our research aims to improve our understanding of the biological response to traumatic injury and transfusion therapy. We work to develop novel therapeutics and diagnostics to improve patient outcomes.

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Our Purpose

Our lab focuses on the biological response to traumatic injury and transfusion therapy. We aim to develop novel therapeutics and diagnostics to improve patient outcomes. Our research is centered around understanding the mechanisms of trauma-induced coagulopathy, the role of platelets in hemostasis, and the impact of transfusion on patient outcomes. We utilize a variety of techniques including in vitro assays, animal models, and clinical studies to investigate these complex interactions. Our goal is to translate our findings into clinically relevant therapies and diagnostics that can improve the care of trauma patients. We collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of researchers and clinicians to achieve these objectives. Our lab is committed to advancing the field of trauma and transfusion medicine through innovative research and education.

We strive to foster a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages creativity and critical thinking. We believe that by working together, we can make significant contributions to the field and ultimately improve patient care. Our research is supported by a variety of funding sources including the National Institutes of Health, the Department of Defense, and private foundations. We are grateful for the support of our funding agencies and collaborators, which allows us to pursue our research goals. We are also committed to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians. We provide opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students, as well as postdoctoral fellows, to gain hands-on experience in the lab and develop their research skills.

Our Research

Our Collaborators

Kim Thomas
Dr. Kim Thomas
Vitalant Research Institute
Lucy Kornblith
Dr. Lucy Kornblith
UCSF
Christine Leeper
Dr. Christine Leeper
UPMC
Anirban Sen Gupta
Dr. Anirban Sen Gupta
Case Western
frederick-denorme
Dr. Frederick Denorme
WashU
chris-reed
Dr. Christopher Reed
Duke