Our engagement in science & research

DKMS is not only the world’s leading stem cell donor centre; we're also heavily involved in medical science

Innovative research can often be the decisive factor in the fight against blood cancer. This fight can only be won if new scientific approaches are found to combat the disease.

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How we’re working to delete blood cancer on all levels: Our engagement in science and research

Innovative research is a key factor in the treatment of blood cancer. New scientific approaches help us progress towards our ultimate goal of eradicating this disease.

John A. Hansen, who gave the grants their name, was an outstanding oncologist and excellent immunogeneticist. Hansen died on 31 July 2019 at the age of 76.

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For the future of science and research

We believe that our support for young medical and scientific talents is a critical investment in the future. For this reason, the DKMS Stiftung Leben Spenden (Foundation for Giving Life) awards the John Hansen Research Grant (formerly: Mechtild Harf Research Grant).

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Recognising outstanding scientific work of world-class physicians

The award recognizes the outstanding scientific work and research of physicians.

Pipetting process in the DKMS laboratory

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Clinical trials to ensure patients receive the best chance at survival

At the Clinical Trials Unit, DKMS carries out its scientific research.

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Cutting-edge technology to find the best possible match

The DKMS Life Science Lab is the world leader in tissue typing for blood stem cell donor registries.

In the DKMS Life Science Lab, an employee checks a prepared blood sample panel for the correct fill level.

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The race against time: every day counts

We are constantly striving to develop and improve the quality and quantity of the DKMS database.

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DKMS Stem Cell Bank

To help patients even faster our DKMS Stem Cell Bank conserves two types of blood stem cells. Blood stem cells from umbilical cord blood bank donated after birth and surplus blood stem cells from donors who are already saving one live with their donation.

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DKMS Registry - Finding the best possible match

DKMS has been operating as a donor registry since 2015 and established the DKMS Registry in 2020.

There are so many ways to get involved and support our mission.

From joining the donor registry and supporting patients to volunteering or fundraising, there are many ways to be part of our life-saving mission.

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