ASTCT Talks is the official podcast of the American Society for Transplantation and Cellular Therapy (ASTCT). We chat with industry leaders from all areas of the blood and marrow transplantation and cellular therapy field, including doctors, physician assistants, pharmacists, nurses, administrators, social workers, and more. We hope you enjoy listening!

ASTCT Talks
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ASTCT Talks is the official podcast of the American Society for Transplantation and Cellular Therapy (ASTCT). We chat with industry leaders from all areas of the blood and marrow transplantation and cellular therapy field, including doctors, physician assistants, pharmacists, nurses, administrators, social workers, and more. We hope you enjoy listening!
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July 6, 2026
Titans of Transplant: Catherine Bollard, MBChB, MD
<p>In this episode of ASTCT Talks, Dr. Nirali Shah talks with Dr. Cath Bollard as part of the Titans of Transplant series to explore her remarkable career journey and lasting impact on the field of transplantation and cellular therapy. From early inspirations rooted in personal experience to her leadership in advancing cell therapy, Dr. Bollard reflects on her decades of experience across research, clinical care, and mentorship. </p><p>The conversation highlights both the scientific progress in cellular therapies and the human stories that continue to drive innovation. Dr. Bollard also shares insights into the challenges of building a career as a physician-scientist and the importance of passion, resilience, and collaboration in advancing the field.</p><p>Tune in for a conversation that covers:</p><ul><li>Dr. Bollard's path into pediatric hematology/oncology and the personal experiences that shaped her focus on immunotherapy.</li><li>Key milestones in the evolution of cell therapy, including early translational work and the path to broader adoption.</li><li>Ongoing challenges in treating diseases like AML and pediatric solid tumors.</li><li>The importance of mentorship, team science, and developing the next generation of leaders.</li><li>Reflections on balancing a demanding career with her personal life and staying grounded in purpose.</li></ul><p>Listen to the episode below or on your favorite app. Subscribe to ASTCT Talks and share this episode with your colleagues to keep the conversation going.</p>

June 22, 2026
Navigating the Dynamic Landscape of Stem Cell Transplantation
<p>In a cobranded episode between Oncology on the Go, hosted by CancerNetwork®, and the American Society for Transplantation and Cellular Therapy (ASTCT)’s program ASTCT Talks, Mitchell E. Horwitz, MD, highlighted key developments and ongoing initiatives related to allogeneic and cord blood transplantations among patients with different hematologic malignancies. The conversation touched upon the impact of omidubicel-onlv (Omisirge) on patient outcomes, current research on reducing the risk of graft-vs-host disease (GVHD) among transplantation recipients, and strategies for providing effective prophylaxis during treatment, among other topics.</p>

June 18, 2026
ASTCT Talks: GVHD in Pediatrics: Acute and Chronic Risk
<p>In this episode of ASTCT Talks, host Dr. Corey Cutler, MD, from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, is joined by Dr. Pooja Khandelwal, MD (Cincinnati Children’s Hospital), Dr. Ben Watkins, MD (Tulane University), and Dr. Kenneth Cooke, MD (Johns Hopkins University) for an in-depth discussion on evolving strategies to prevent graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in pediatric transplant.</p><p>The conversation explores how leading centers are approaching GVHD prophylaxis across a range of clinical scenarios, with a focus on improving both acute and chronic GVHD outcomes. Experts compare platform-based approaches — including post-transplant cyclophosphamide, calcineurin inhibitor–based regimens, abatacept, and graft manipulation — and discuss how these strategies influence long-term transplant success.</p><p>Key topics include:</p><ul><li>Current approaches to reducing acute and chronic GVHD in pediatric patients.</li><li>Tradeoffs between prevention platforms, including immune reconstitution and infection risk.</li><li>Emerging data on novel strategies, such as vitamin A and extended co-stimulation blockade.</li><li>The role of GVHD-free survival as a key endpoint in transplant outcomes.</li><li>Ongoing challenges and unmet needs in preventing chronic GVHD.</li></ul><p>While advances in prophylaxis are helping to reduce GVHD incidence, chronic GVHD remains a significant clinical challenge, underscoring the importance of continued innovation across the prevention-treatment continuum.</p><p>This episode was supported by an educational grant fromIncyte.</p>
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