activities · 9
what they do
direct service · 6
- Cord Blood in the Classroom Program Cryopreservation and Cord Blood Banking ServicesLaunched "Cord Blood in the Classroom," a free educational program providing tools for teachers in secondary and university classrooms to educate students about cord blood.
- Hosting "Share the Science" Webinar SeriesHosts "Share the Science," a free webinar series focused on the cord blood industry and its latest research, open to health professionals and the general public, and provides access to an archive of past recordings.
- Organizing Educational Events and Conferences Cryopreservation and Cord Blood Banking ServicesThe organization hosts and organizes World Cord Blood Day, the annual Arizona Cord Blood Conference, and the "Share the Science" free webinar series, providing education on the cord blood industry and its latest research to health professionals and the general public.
- Organizing the Arizona Cord Blood Conference Cryopreservation and Cord Blood Banking ServicesOrganizes the annual Arizona Cord Blood Conference, which has been held for 11 years, to bring together professionals and stakeholders in the cord blood industry.
- Public Education and Awareness Cryopreservation and Cord Blood Banking ServicesEducates the public about the uses of cord blood for treating life-threatening diseases, highlights patient success stories, and serves as the education partner for the Arizona Public Cord Blood program.
- Public Education and Awareness Cryopreservation and Cord Blood Banking ServicesThe organization educates the public about the uses of cord blood for treating over 80 life-threatening diseases, highlights patient success stories, and provides updates on cord blood news for various audiences. It also serves as the education partner for the Arizona Public Cord Blood program and launched "Cord Blood in the Classroom" for secondary and university teachers.
advocacy · 1
- Organizing World Cord Blood Day Cryopreservation and Cord Blood Banking ServicesHosts and organizes World Cord Blood Day, a global event dedicated to raising awareness and educating the public about cord blood.
research · 2
- Facilitating Cord Blood Research Cryopreservation and Cord Blood Banking ServicesFacilitates the use of donated and privately banked cord blood for medical research and monitors clinical trials investigating treatments for various diseases using cord blood stem cells.
- Facilitating and Monitoring Cord Blood Research Cryopreservation and Cord Blood Banking ServicesThe organization facilitates the use of donated and privately banked cord blood for medical research, monitors clinical trials for treatments using cord blood stem cells for various diseases, and highlights research on the potential of umbilical cord stem cells for conditions like anoxic brain injury and ocular surface disorders.
strategies · 11
how they think
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- Collecting and Sharing Personal Stories storytellingThe organization collects and shares personal stories related to cord blood collection, banking, donation, and treatment to inspire and inform others, believing that personal narratives can effectively communicate the impact and potential of cord blood.
- Community-Led Awareness and Engagement community_engagementThe organization leverages community engagement, including personal storytelling and house parties, to disseminate information about cord blood, fostering a grassroots approach to raising awareness and encouraging individuals to share knowledge within their networks.
- Comprehensive Cord Blood Education and Awareness cord_blood_educationThe organization educates parents, health professionals, and the general public about cord blood, its science, current and potential medical applications (including regenerative medicine), and the importance of preservation and donation. This is done through various channels, including online series, community engagement, and sharing factual, unbiased information to prevent waste and promote informed decision-making.
- Comprehensive Cord Blood Education and Awareness cord_blood_educationThe organization educates parents, health professionals, and the general public about cord blood, its science, medical applications, and potential in regenerative medicine to prevent waste, promote its use, and enable informed decision-making regarding preservation options.
- Facilitating Financial Assistance for Cord Blood Banking financial_assistanceThe organization provides financial assistance to families with specific medical needs or disease histories to help them access cord blood banking, thereby making this life-saving resource more accessible to those who need it most.
- Financial Assistance for Cord Blood Banking financial_assistanceThe organization provides financial assistance to families who have a medical need or a history of certain diseases to help them afford cord blood banking services.
- Leveraging Personal Stories for Engagement storytellingThe organization collects and shares personal stories related to cord blood collection, banking, donation, and treatment. This storytelling approach aims to inspire and inform others about the impact and potential of cord blood.
- Promoting Cord Blood Education and Awareness cord_blood_education_and_awarenessThe organization believes that by educating parents, health professionals, students, and the general public about cord blood, its science, and its medical potential, they can prevent cord blood waste, increase its use in treating diseases, and encourage informed decision-making regarding cord blood preservation and donation.
- Promoting Diversity in Cord Blood Donations diversity_in_donationsThe organization encourages donations from all racial and ethnic backgrounds to increase the diversity of the cord blood registry, which is crucial for finding suitable matches for patients from diverse populations, particularly given the high percentage of ethnically or racially diverse patients requiring such transplants.
- Promoting Diversity in Cord Blood Donations diversity_in_donationsThe organization actively encourages cord blood donations from all racial and ethnic backgrounds to increase the diversity of the national registry, thereby improving the likelihood of finding suitable matches for a broader range of patients, particularly those from ethnically or racially diverse backgrounds.
- Promoting Diversity in Cord Blood Donations diversity_in_donationsThe organization actively encourages cord blood donations from all racial and ethnic backgrounds to increase the diversity of the national registry, thereby improving the likelihood of finding suitable matches for a broader range of patients, particularly those from diverse backgrounds.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Arizona Cord Blood Conference
Annual hybrid conference (in-person and virtual) that educates the public and professionals about cord blood uses in treating diseases like Krabbe disease and cancer, and promotes Arizona’s public cord blood donation program
Cord Blood in the Classroom
Free educational program for secondary and university students that teaches the science of cord blood collection, transplantation, and applications in medicine; includes interactive tools like online games and an escape room
Share the Science
Free webinar series featuring experts discussing the latest cord blood research, including applications in cancer, genetic diseases, and regenerative medicine; open to health professionals and the public
relationships · 50
who they work with
- Arizona Biomedical Research Centre Partner — Partner in the Arizona Public Cord Blood program.
- Arizona Biomedical Research Centre (ABRC) Partner — Supports the Arizona Public Cord Blood Program, a free cord blood donation program.
- Arizona Department of Health Services Partner — Partner in the Arizona Public Cord Blood program.
- Arizona Department of Health Services Partner — Supports the Arizona Public Cord Blood Program and is where the ABRC is located.
- Arizona Public Cord Blood Program Partner — Engages in partnership programs and collaborations with the Arizona Public Cord Blood Program.
- Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (ANZCTR) Partner — References the ANZCTR, a searchable database for trials in Australia, New Zealand, and elsewhere.
- Be The Match Partner — Refers users to Be The Match for a full list of diseases and illnesses currently treated with cord blood.
- Beverley Vaughn, PhD Partner — Member of the Scientific Advisory Board
- Chinese Clinical Trial Registry (ChiCTR) Partner — References the ChiCTR, a registry established in 2005 that provides trial registration, consultation, randomization, peer review, and training.
- Colin McGuckin, PhD Partner — Member of the Scientific Advisory Board
- Colleen Delaney, MD Partner — Member of the Scientific Advisory Board
- Cord Blood Association Partner — Collaborates on numerous projects with the Cord Blood Association, an international non-profit organization promoting public and family cord blood banking.
- Cord Blood Association Partner — Refers users to the Cord Blood Association for a full list of diseases and illnesses currently treated with cord blood and for a fact sheet.
- CryoHoldco Brasil Partner — Roberto Waddington, CEO and Country Manager of CryoHoldco Brasil, volunteered to speak on "Share the Science" about growth challenges in cord blood banking.
- Curtis L. Cetrulo, Jr., MD Partner — Member of the Scientific Advisory Board
- Dignity Health Chandler Regional Medical Center Partner — Participating hospital in the Arizona Public Cord Blood Program.
- Dignity Health Mercy Gilbert Medical Center Partner — Participating hospital in the Arizona Public Cord Blood Program.
- Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center Partner — Participating hospital in the Arizona Public Cord Blood Program.
- EU Clinical Trials Register Partner — References the EU Clinical Trials Register, a database providing details on clinical trials throughout Europe.
- FACT Global (Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy) Partner — Collaborates on numerous projects with FACT Global, a non-profit corporation focused on voluntary inspection and accreditation in cellular therapy.
- Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare Partner — Featured Dr. Arthur Evensen from this institution as a speaker for the "Share the Science" webinar series.
- Hugh S. Miller, MD Partner — Member of the Scientific Advisory Board
- Joanne Kurtzberg, MD Partner — Member of the Scientific Advisory Board
- Joseph M. Miller, MD, MPH Partner — Member of the Scientific Advisory Board
- Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) Partner — References the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) Clinical Trials Support Center, which provides nurse navigators and information specialists to assist with clinical trials and cancer-related challenges.
- Marcus Center for Cellular Cures at Duke University Partner — Dr. Beth Shaz, Deputy Director of the Marcus Center for Cellular Cures at Duke University, volunteered to speak on "Share the Science" about hot topics in cord blood.
- Michael G. Chez, MD Partner — Member of the Scientific Advisory Board
- NHS Leeds Partner — Janette Sampson, a Clinical Nurse Specialist from NHS Leeds, volunteered to speak on "Share the Science" about cord blood transplants.
- NMDP (formerly known as BeTheMatch) Partner — Collaborates on numerous projects with NMDP, a global nonprofit leader in cell therapy that connects researchers and supporters to accelerate innovation for blood cancer cures.
- NMDP/Be The Match Registry® Partner — Manages the national cord blood bank and registry.
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