Participate in a research project

Please visit our current research projects to see which projects we are actively recruiting patients for.

Participating patients will generally be required to provide a blood sample that will be collected by a fully trained phlebotomist or medical practitioner. Some individuals may experience mild bruising however this generally resolves within 1-3 days.

If you, or someone you know, would like to participate in our research please contact us.

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Research Team Awarded DARF Dementia Grant

Perth Blood Institute is pleased to announce it is the recipient of the Norma Beaconsfield Project Grant, awarded by the Dementia Australia Research Foundation (DARF). This grant will allow the Platelet Research Team to continue important investigations into the effect of blood-thinning medication on dementia risk.
Covid-19 - Impact on blood transfusions and blood donations

Some members of the community may be concerned about the potential transmission of the COVID-19 virus through blood products, such as through blood transfusions. If you rely on blood products, you should feel confident to continue to receive them.
COVID-19 Updates

Perth Blood Institute takes the health of our staff, patients and supporters very seriously. We are responding to the COVID-19 situation and reviewing our protocols and responses daily. We thank all our stakeholders for working with us at this time. Cate Cassarchis, CEO
Investigating the effects of chronic Factor X anticoagulant exposure and dementia risk

This project aims to examine FXa inhibition on the risk of cognitive decline and investigates the molecular mechanisms underlying this association.

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Research Team Awarded DARF Dementia Grant

Perth Blood Institute is pleased to announce it is the recipient of the Norma Beaconsfield Project Grant, awarded by the Dementia Australia Research Foundation (DARF). This grant will allow the Platelet Research Team to continue important investigations into the effect of blood-thinning medication on dementia risk.
Covid-19 - Impact on blood transfusions and blood donations

Some members of the community may be concerned about the potential transmission of the COVID-19 virus through blood products, such as through blood transfusions. If you rely on blood products, you should feel confident to continue to receive them.
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Pancreatic Cancer study published

Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest diseases. A recent study led by PBI Scientist Dr Omar Elaskalani has been published in a special issue of Cancers by MDPI, a peer-reviewed academic journal. The study offers promising evidence that a commonly used blood thinner may help pancreatic cancer patients.
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Your donation can help PBI to fund vital translational research into blood disorders including thrombosis and haemophilia; support a clinical research investigation into the development of a new treatment or intervention; or help us develop educational programs to foster the next generation of career haematologists.
Another Bloody Breakfast

On Friday 2 Oct PBI will be hosting yet Another Bloody Breakfast at the University Club of WA. Come along to hear leading expert in Mediterranean diet research Professor Catherine Itsiopoulos speak on the importance of diet in managing cardiovascular diseases and diabetes. Register for this event NOW!
COVID-19 Updates

Perth Blood Institute takes the health of our staff, patients and supporters very seriously. We are responding to the COVID-19 situation and reviewing our protocols and responses daily. We thank all our stakeholders for working with us at this time. Cate Cassarchis, CEO

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Your donation can help PBI to fund vital translational research into blood disorders including thrombosis and haemophilia; support a clinical research investigation into the development of a new treatment or intervention; or help us develop educational programs to foster the next generation of career haematologists. Read more

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