Celebrating excellence: multidisciplinary achievement at SOCH 2024

These awards underscore the breadth of expertise and collaborative spirit across departments, celebrating innovative research in hematology, oncology, and beyond.

Best Abstract Awards of SSH & SSMO

• SSH Award for Hemostasis, Transfusion Medicine, Vascular, Laboratory Medicine, and Benign Hematology
  Winner: Magali Humbert
  Abstract: Functional Platelet Generation from Engineered Megakaryocyte Cell Line Derived from Adult CD34+ Hematopoietic Cells Using a Modified Rotating Bed Bioreactor
  Magali Humbert’s work demonstrates a novel method for generating functional platelets, showcasing innovative approaches in cellular engineering for therapeutic applications.

• Lab and affiliations : Collaboration with Olaia Naveiras Lab – Department of Oncology, Hematology Division (CHUV), and Laboratory of Regenerative Hematopoiesis, Department of Biomedical Sciences (UNIL)

• SSMO/SSH Award for Experimental Hematology/Oncology
  Winner: Tiffany Que
  Abstract: Potency Tuned Novel CD70 CAR-T Cells with a Computationally Designed CD27:CD70 Binding Interface for Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  Tiffany Que was recognized for her work developing a novel chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) with enhanced potency for acute myeloid leukemia through computational protein design.

• Lab and affiliations : Caroline Arber Lab – Department of Oncology, Immuno-oncology Division, Hematology Division (CHUV), Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research, Lausanne Branch, in collaboration with Patrick Barth Lab – Institute of Bioengineering, Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale Lausanne (EPFL), Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research, Lausanne Branch.

Ellermann Prize 2024 – "Relève en hématologie"

• Winner: Frédérica Schyrr
• Topic: Diving into undervalued topics: from sickle cell disease to the hematopoietic niche ».
  This award celebrates Frédérica Schyrr’s exceptional contributions to advancing research in hematology during her early training.

• Lab and affiliations : Raffaele Renella Lab – Department of Woman and Children, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Unit and Olaia Naveiras Lab – Department of Oncology, Immuno-oncology Division, Hematology Division (CHUV) and Laboratory of Regenerative Hematopoiesis, Department of Biomedical Sciences (UNIL)

Jacques and Gloria Gossweiler Grants – Fellowship Award 2024

• Winner: Maxime Zermatten
• Abstract: Usefulness of Global Hemostatic Tests in the Identification of Patients with Multiple Myeloma at High Thrombotic Risk. The ThroMMbosis Study
• Maxime Zermatten was awarded for his impactful studies addressing thrombotic risk in multiple myeloma patients and exploring niche topics in hematology.

• Lab and affiliations : Department of Oncology, Hematology Division (CHUV) and Lorenzo Alberio Lab – Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, Hematology Laboratories (CHUV).

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These awards highlight the cutting-edge research and interdisciplinary collaboration fostered within our institution. We are proud of our researchers’ contributions to advancing science and improving patient care. Congratulations to all the winners for their well-deserved achievements!