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Building a new, more flexible system for organ allocation

Building a new, more flexible system for organ allocation

Jul 15, 2021 | Innovation, Innovation feature, News, Research

How UNOS is using multi-criteria decision-making methodologies to build the continuous distribution framework, a more fair and flexible system for organ allocation

Partnering with experts in fields outside of donation and transplant

Partnering with experts in fields outside of donation and transplant

Jul 15, 2021 | Innovation, News, Research

Leading experts in other fields across the country and around the world help build the continuous distribution framework

UNOS researchers present studies at 2021 American Transplant Congress

UNOS researchers present studies at 2021 American Transplant Congress

Jun 18, 2021 | News, Research

UNOS research and policy staff presented findings on equity in access and the impact of COVID-19 on donation and transplantation.

UNOS to study data collection related to social determinants of health

UNOS to study data collection related to social determinants of health

Feb 8, 2021 | Equity, News, Research

Feasibility study could cast a new light on health disparities research.

Innovating to strengthen the organ transplant system

Innovating to strengthen the organ transplant system

Oct 30, 2020 | Innovation, Innovation feature, News, Research

UNOS Labs tries out new ideas in behavioral research, data science and technology. Our researchers develop innovative solutions to improve the national organ network and increase organ utilization.

UNOS announces new research and development projects

UNOS announces new research and development projects

Aug 20, 2020 | News, Research

UNOS’ commitment to innovation brings together industry experts. These partnerships enhance our capability to continuously improve the transplant system.

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Tales from the OR and how Congress can help

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