Research Watch: Early “universal” organ work (ABO)

Why this matters

You may have seen in the news lately that scientists are testing ways to convert some donor organs toward a more “universal” blood type. It’s very early—not in pediatric practice yet—but it could one day help more kids match faster.

Watch our webinar

Why ABO matching matters for families → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfXX5BSiUnA

Read more

• UBC release (first human test context): https://news.ubc.ca/2025/10/universal-organ-transplant/

• Nature overview (background + caveats): https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-025-03248-5

• Reuters summary (why it could change access): https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/health-rounds-scientists-change-kidney-blood-type-potential-advance-transplant-2025-10-15/

What we’re watching next

Pediatric studies that improve access and cut wait times; safer infection-prevention strategies; and family-centered recovery supports.

Call To Action

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