The Centre for the Studies of Asphyxia and Resuscitation

See you at Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) 2026 in Boston! The CSAR / Research4Babies team is on the way to Pediatric Academic Societies Meeting 2026 in Boston, and we are excited to share a strong lineup of presentations, sessions, and posters. If you are attending PAS - come find us! 🔬 Featured Sessions PAS Ticketed Event Neonatal Resuscitation 2026: Beyond the Basics 🗓 Friday, April 24, 2026 ⏰ 8:00 AM – 1:35 PM ET📍 Convention Center: 109 West Georg Schmölzer will be

Some weeks stand out—and this was definitely one of them for the CSAR / Research4Babies team. 🧪 HiLo Trial milestones We were delighted to welcome the team at Université de Sherbrooke as they officially began recruitment for the HiLo Trial. Expanding our network of engaged and committed sites is key to the success of this important study. At the same time, we reached an incredible milestone:1,150 out of 1,200 patients recruited 🎉 This brings us very close to completing one

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

💜 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