SEARCH LOGIN DONATE DONATE BLOOD PRODUCTS/SERVICES RESEARCH ABOUT US SUPPORT US NEWS COVID-19 RESEARCH About Lindsley F. Kimball Research Institute (LFKRI) Lindsley F. Kimball Research Institute (LFKRI) is the research branch of New York Blood Center. Since its establishment in 1964, LFKRI's research efforts have paved the way for new blood-related products, techniques and therapies. The Institute's commitment to ground-breaking research has resulted in numerous landmark patents and licenses. LFKRI Innovations Pathogen Inactivation Technology: Created a solvent detergent procedure to inactivate viruses in blood plasma, thereby reducing the risk of hepatitis and HIV transmission through plasma transfusions. Cellular Therapy: Demonstrated the feasibility of using cord blood stem cells for transplantation as a treatment option for a number of human diseases. HIV Epidemiology: Detailed epidemiological studies on the prevalence of HIV infection in New York City. Viral Screening and Vaccine Development: Identified the hepatitis C virus and developed a practical screening method for hepatitis B as well as a safe, effective and affordable vaccine. Blood Group Genomics: Molecularly characterized a number of clinically relevant red cell blood group antigens and established donor-recipient genotype matching approach for transfusion. Meet Our Investigators LFKRI Continues at the Forefront of Blood Disease Research As one of the preeminent research institutes devoted to blood disease research, LFKRI's pioneering investigators have a remarkable depth of experience and expertise in their fields and their research programs are supported with funding from federal, state and industrial sources. OUR AREAS OF RESEARCH LFKRI is now accepting applications for our Summer Undergraduate Research Program LEARN MORE Investigator FCOI Policy DOWNLOAD It takes more than blood to save a life MAKE A GIFT NEW YORK BLOOD CENTER New York Blood Center (NYBC) is one of the largest community-based, non-profit blood collection and distribution organizations in the United States. ©2021 New York Blood Center Privacy Policy Terms ABOUT NYBC Work Here Press Room NYBC Enterprises SUPPORT US Donate Blood Volunteer Make a Financial Contribution PRODUCTS & SERVICES Comprehensive Cell Solutions™ Hospital Customers Blood Products Laboratory Services Medical Services Clinical Services Blood Experts Blog Request Testing Kit GET CONNECTED Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Youtube CONTACT US 310 E 67th St New York, NY 10065 (212) 570-3000 Contact New York Blood Center BLOOD DRIVES VIEW TODAY'S DRIVES