Celebrate Transplant 2026
About this Event
Celebrate Transplant: Behind the Science of Innovation
Join us for Celebrate Transplant, an evening bringing together patients, families, supporters, and members of the broader organ donation and transplant community to celebrate the people and science advancing transplantation. Enjoy a rare behind-the-scenes opportunity to discover the expertise and innovation that support every stage of the transplant journey—from pre-transplant assessment and waitlist management to organ matching and lifelong post-transplant care.
Connect & Celebrate
Enjoy a reception with light hors d’oeuvres and connect with fellow members of the transplant and donation community.
Discover What’s Next
Hear from Dr. James Lan, Director of the VGH Immunology Lab, about the latest innovations and discoveries advancing the future of transplantation.
Go Behind the Science
Step inside the VGH Immunology Lab for an exclusive tour and discover the people, technology, and research helping turn the possibility of transplantation into life-changing reality.
- 5:30 p.m. — Registration & Reception
- 6:00 p.m. — Presentation
- Following the presentation — Immunology Lab Tours
- 6:50 p.m. — Closing Remarks
Light refreshments will be available throughout the evening as you await your turn for the lab tour.
Registration will be limited to ensure everyone in attendance has the opportunity to enjoy an engaging and meaningful lab tour.
We look forward to welcoming you for an evening of connection, discovery, and celebration.
Agenda
🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Welcome Reception
Info: Enjoy light refreshments and mingle
🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:15 PM
Research in Action: Advancing the Future of Transplantation
Host: Dr. James Lan
Info: Dr. James Lan will share how ODTRF-supported research is advancing personalized organ matching and non-invasive testing—helping improve transplant outcomes, reduce invasive procedures and lessen reliance on toxic immunosuppression. These innovations are also creating new hope for patients who have historically been difficult to match.
🕑: 06:15 PM - 06:55 PM
Behind-the-scenes tours of the VGH Immunology Lab
Host: Immunology team members
Info: Small groups of attendees will rotate through an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Immunology Lab, where lab team members will share a glimpse into the expertise, technology, and daily work that help make every successful transplant possible.
🕑: 06:50 PM - 07:00 PM
Closing
Where is it happening?
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