Partnering with industry to push surgery forward

We are seeking long-term research relationships with industry partners to create scientifically meaningful, mutually beneficial and collaborative environments that support the development of new technologies. Over the past few years, we have established strong partnerships with sponsors ranging from start-ups to multibillion-dollar corporations. We currently have ongoing clinical trials with our partners and are seeking studies related to surgery and critical care.

Current industry collaborations include:

• Allurion – AUDACITY GI Balloon
• CSL Behring – Kcentra
• Immunity Bio – Bladder Cancer
• MDX Health – GPS Score for Prostate Cancer
• Nestle – Post-ICU Immuno Nutrition
• RevMedica – AbCLO
• SYNECOR GORE – Surgical Mesh

Research services

We provide comprehensive research support and collaboration opportunities, including:

• Animal laboratories
• Clinical research setting support
• Consulting
• Proof-of-concept studies
• Surgical and critical care support
• Surgical imaging laboratory

For inquiries regarding services or to collaborate on research studies, please reach out to Dr. Nikolay Bugaev at nikolay.bugaev@tuftsmedicine.org.

Boston Children’s Hospital pediatric hematopathology rotation

During the rotation at Boston Children’s Hospital, fellows gain experience in pediatric hematopathology through a wide range of complex cases. These include bone marrow and tissue biopsies, as well as body fluid analysis for diagnosing and staging hematologic cancers, bone marrow failure syndromes, and inherited blood disorders. Many cases involve germline conditions, allowing fellows to integrate clinical, morphologic and genetic information to reach a diagnosis.

Fellows also interpret flow cytometry studies and correlate results with cytogenetic, DNA, and RNA sequencing data. They participate in multidisciplinary rounds, such as bone marrow failure rounds, and present cases at tumor boards, collaborating closely with oncology and other clinical teams to discuss diagnostic findings and treatment implications.

Hematopathology fellowship research + scholarly activity

Fellows are encouraged to take part in at least one research project related to hematopathology during their fellowship. Projects may focus on any relevant area, including diagnostic techniques, molecular pathology, hematologic malignancies, or pediatric hematopathology. Fellows are guided by faculty mentors who help refine research questions, develop study designs, and prepare abstracts and manuscripts.

Fellows have the opportunity to present their work at national pathology or hematology meetings and to publish findings in peer-reviewed journals. Research often integrates multidisciplinary collaboration with teams across Tufts Medical Center and Boston Children’s Hospital, offering exposure to innovative diagnostic tools and technologies.

The department actively supports scholarly activity by providing funds for educational materials, software, and travel to conferences. Additional funding and time off are available for fellows presenting abstracts or invited talks at national meetings, ensuring they can share their work and engage with leaders in the field.