Research Hub

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The Research Hub is your go-to source for easy-to-understand updates on donation and transplant research supported by the Canadian Donation and Transplantation Research Program. The Hub provides plain-language summaries so patients, families, donors, and the public can stay informed, engaged, and empowered by the latest discoveries shaping care and outcomes in donation and transplantation.
Clinical trial

Efficiency of Bioengineered Kidney Transplants versus Traditional Kidney Transplants: A Phase III Clinical Trial

This trial investigates the effectiveness and safety of bioengineered kidney transplants compared to traditional kidney transplants. Bioengineered kidneys are created in a lab using the patient's own cells, potentially reducing the risk of rejection and the need for lifelong immunosuppression. Part…

Cohort Study

Comparative Study on the Long-Term Effects of Synthetic vs. Traditional Immunosuppressants in Liver Transplant Recipients

This clinical trial aims to compare the long-term effects and efficacy of synthetic immunosuppressants with traditional immunosuppressants in patients who have undergone liver transplants. Synthetic immunosuppressants are designed to offer a more targeted approach with potentially fewer side effect…