The Centre for the Studies of Asphyxia and Resuscitation

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

💜 Every Breath Matters: How Research Transforms the Lives of Preterm Babies When a baby is born prematurely, the first breath can be a fight for survival. At CSAR and Research4Babies.org , we meet families in some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives — and we witness every day how science, innovation, and compassion can change the story. Premature birth is not just a medical event. It impacts families emotionally, financially, and psychologically. Parents often watc

A message for families, clinicians, and our global neonatal community Each year on November 17 , we pause to honour the 15 million babies born too soon across the world. Prematurity is the single greatest cause of newborn death and a major contributor to lifelong health challenges. Yet behind every statistic is a family, a story of resilience, and a community of clinicians and researchers working tirelessly to improve outcomes. At Research4Babies.org and the Centre for the

am honoured to be part of the Neonatal Task Force within ILCOR , representing the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada . Our Task Force met in Rotterdam in October to celebrate the launch of the 2025 guidelines and to continue the work shaping the 2026 and beyond neonatal resuscitation recommendations. These updates reflect global collaboration, rigorous evidence review, and our collective commitment to improving outcomes for newborns worldwide. Below is a concise overview

The 2025 International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) Consensus on Science with Treatment Recommendations (CoSTR) introduces several important updates to neonatal resuscitation practice — from preparation and cord management to airway, medication, and post-resuscitation care. Below is a summary of the most relevant changes and their implications for clinicians and researchers. 1. Team Preparation and Communication Effective neonatal resuscitation begins before bi

Leading the Way in Newborn Resuscitation Research Behind every major clinical trial is a dedicated team of experts guiding the vision,...

Heading to the 7th Annual Neonatal Resuscitation Symposium in Indianapolis!

The Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) reviewed the data after 400 patients were enrolled at least 28 days old, to assess the safety of...