The Centre for the Studies of Asphyxia and Resuscitation

I am delighted to share some fantastic news from our team at CSAR: Marwa Ramsie has successfully passed her PhD Candidacy Exam —a major milestone that marks her transition to independent doctoral research. \A focused and impactful PhD program Marwa’s PhD work centers on vasopressin as a potential alternative to epinephrine during neonatal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) . Her research addresses a critical gap in neonatal resuscitation science, combining rigorous physiolo

Oxygen is a vital element in the care of preterm infants and has been given more often than any other drug over the past 80 years. Despite this, we know very little about how much or how little oxygen is safe particularly at birth. Preterm birth, or birth before 37 weeks’ gestation, is occurring in 8% of pregnancies in Canada. Preterm birth is associated with many health complications, particularly when the birth happens before 29 weeks’ gestation. At this gestational age, t

Providing effective and gentle respiratory support in the first minutes after birth is one of the most critical—and challenging—tasks in neonatal care. The VOLT trial (Volume-Targeted mask ventilation versus pressure ventilation in preterm infants) was designed to address a fundamental gap in delivery room practice: how to reliably deliver safe tidal volumes during positive pressure ventilation (PPV) immediately after birth. Why does this matter? When preterm infants fail to

am thrilled to share that the 9th Annual Neonatal Resuscitation Symposium & Workshop will take place in Indianapolis in September 2026 . This flagship international meeting brings together world-renowned experts, frontline clinicians, educators, and researchers committed to improving outcomes for newborns in the delivery room and beyond. Each year, the symposium provides an exceptional platform to explore cutting-edge science , emerging clinical practices , educational inno

Seconds to Save: Sharpening Skills & Mindsets in Neonatal Resuscitation Every birth is a moment of profound possibility — but when a baby needs help to breathe, the team has only seconds to save a life . This December, three internationally recognized leaders in neonatal science are coming together to explore how we can sharpen not only our skills , but also our mindsets , to improve newborn outcomes around the world. Hosted by the Center for the Studies of Asphyxia and Resus

am thrilled to share that the 9th Annual Neonatal Resuscitation Symposium & Workshop will take place in Indianapolis in September 2026 . This flagship international meeting brings together world-renowned experts, frontline clinicians, educators, and researchers committed to improving outcomes for newborns in the delivery room and beyond. Each year, the symposium provides an exceptional platform to explore cutting-edge science , emerging clinical practices , educational inno

Celebrating Innovation in Neonatal Care Ahead of World Prematurity Day On November 7, I had the pleasure of joining the Preemie Chats series to talk about one of the most transformative breakthroughs in neonatal medicine: surfactant therapy . The timing could not have been more meaningful—our discussion took place just days before World Prematurity Day on November 17 , a global moment to honor preterm infants, celebrate progress, and recognize the ongoing work still needed t

Seconds to Save: Sharpening Skills & Mindsets in Neonatal Resuscitation Every birth is a moment of profound possibility — but when a baby needs help to breathe, the team has only seconds to save a life . This December, three internationally recognized leaders in neonatal science are coming together to explore how we can sharpen not only our skills , but also our mindsets , to improve newborn outcomes around the world. Hosted by the Center for the Studies of Asphyxia and Resus

The 6th International Meeting on Neonatal Intensive Care Update (Neo-CUP) brought together clinicians, researchers, and young investigators from across the world for a full day of learning, discussion, and scientific exchange. Led by Presidents Gianluca Terrin and Giuseppe Rizzo , this international congress is dedicated entirely to neonatal intensive care, with a strong focus on preterm infants, perinatal asphyxia, and translating evidence into everyday clinical practice.

This month, I had the privilege of presenting at the University of Alberta Researcher Spotlight Series , a monthly webinar that highlights the remarkable work of faculty, alumni, and trainees across our campus. The series brings forward discoveries from all corners of the university—engineering, health sciences, education, computing, public health, and beyond—showcasing how research at the University of Alberta continues to drive innovation, shape policy, and improve lives. I