Jacques LACROIX

Jacques LACROIX is a Professor at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Montreal, specialized in Pediatric Intensive Care and Transfusion Medicine. With over 200 peer-reviewed publications and 74 research grants totaling CAD $39,930,284, he leads studies on Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome, Anemia, and Blood Transfusion Safety in critically ill children.

• Founded the PALISI Network (70+ pediatric ICUs)
• Developed the PELOD clinical scoring system for MODS severity

Research Trends: 15-year focus on blood transfusion optimization in pediatrics, with recent projects examining PICU discharge safety, transfusion thresholds, and HBV/HIV screening in blood donors. His 2015 New England Journal of Medicine study on blood storage duration remains highly cited.

Scientific Awards:

• PALISI Leadership Award (2014)
• Prix Alan Ross (2013)
• Fondation des étoiles Career Prize (2009)
• University of Montreal Teaching Excellence (2002-2007)

Advises 20+ graduate students across disciplines, with particular focus on hematology, critical care, and clinical trial design. Current projects include post-PICU home discharge safety (2023-2027), transfusion conservation strategies (2023-2025), and blood donor eligibility expansion (2020-2025).