Visit of the Ghana Health Sector Delegation to the Parc Científic de Barcelona
Yesterday, we had the honor of hosting a delegation from the health sector of Ghana at the Parc Científic de Barcelona (PCB), in a meeting organized with the coordination of Acció - Generalitat de Catalunya. This meeting was a valuable opportunity to share knowledge and experiences on organ donation and transplantation, with the shared goal of improving donation systems to save more lives. We highlighted the importance of creating a clear and robust legal framework to support these processes at the national level, ensuring their safety and effectiveness.
The meeting was truly inspiring and productive, as we agreed to continue moving forward together in improving donation and transplantation processes, sharing knowledge and resources to create a more promising future in global health. With the collaboration of all stakeholders involved, we are confident that we can create a more efficient and accessible system that will save more lives and generate a positive global impact.
DTI Foundation at CAST 2025 in Kuwait
DTI Foundation is taking part this week in the 19th Congress of the Asian Society of Transplantation (CAST 2025), held from 26 to 29 November at the Grand Hyatt in Kuwait. Under the theme “In search of models that fit our societies”, the congress gathers international leaders in organ donation and transplantation to exchange knowledge, experiences, and context-adapted models.
DTI Foundation is represented by Dr. Martí Manyalich, President of the Foundation, and Dr. David Paredes, who contribute to key scientific sessions focused on donation program development and strengthening transplantation systems worldwide.
Beyond the scientific program, CAST 2025 provides an excellent platform to enhance international networking, foster new strategic alliances, and reinforce ongoing collaborations with institutions across Asia and beyond. Through this participation, DTI Foundation continues to promote global cooperation and partnership-building in the field of organ donation and transplantation.
Contributing to Global Progress in Donation: DTI Foundation’s Participation in the International Workshop on LMICs
DTI Foundation was honored to contribute to this global initiative through the participation of Dr. Chloë Ballesté,
who took part in the technical discussions and collaborated as a co-author of the resulting article published in Transplantation.
Her involvement reflects our institution’s commitment to advancing knowledge, strengthening professional capacity, and supporting the development of donation systems in countries that need it most.
Being part of international efforts such as this reinforces our mission: to share, accompany, and build—together with global partners—a future where donation and transplantation are accessible, safe, and sustainable.
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Celebrating Progress in United Arab Emirates: Recognition of Hayat and the Joint Effort Led by ACIEAU and International Partners
DTI Foundation is proud to celebrate the recent recognition of Hayat, shared publicly by ACIEAU in this post:
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/posts/acieau_hayat-donaciaejn-trasplante-activity-7395834352925913088-nuww
We extend our sincere gratitude to ACIEAU for highlighting this achievement and for their continuous leadership in strengthening organ donation and transplantation practices in United Arab Emirates.
This recognition reflects not only Hayat’s dedication, but also the collective effort of local authorities, healthcare teams, ACIEAU and international partners who are working together to build a robust and sustainable donation and transplantation system.
For more than two decades, DTI Foundation has supported countries worldwide in developing ethical, efficient and patient-centred donation and transplantation programs. Our collaboration in Emirates, carried out alongside ACIEAU, is a powerful illustration of how shared expertise, training and strategic guidance can translate into long-term impact.
The progress achieved to date — including professional capacity-building, improved clinical pathways and coordinated advisory support — demonstrates the country’s strong commitment to saving more lives.
We congratulate Hayat on this well-deserved recognition and thank ACIEAU and all professionals involved for their exceptional contribution. DTI Foundation remains fully committed to supporting Saudi Arabia’s ongoing efforts to ensure that every donation opportunity counts.
Together, we are building a legacy of generosity, hope and international cooperation.
Relive the November 12 Ágora at the Barcelona Parc Científic
On November 12, DTI Foundation hosted a new edition of its Ágora at the Barcelona Science Park, focused on the theme “Healthy Ageing: Socially Integrated and Financially Secure”.
The event featured two distinguished speakers:
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Joan Bigorra, Vicepresident of Innohealth Academy and trustee of DTI Foundation.
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Marc Círia, Founder and President at Diagonal Asset Management.
Both shared insightful perspectives on how to approach ageing through health, social wellbeing and financial preparedness, emphasising the need for integrated strategies to ensure sustainable longevity.
If you could not attend, you can now watch the full session:
👉 Watch video
If you share DTI Foundation’s mission and wish to support initiatives promoting health, innovation and knowledge, we invite you to collaborate with us: https://dtifoundation.com/collaborate/
🌍 DTI Foundation at the MESOT Congress in Ankara, Turkey
DTI Foundation is proud to be participating in the MESOT Congress, taking place this week in Ankara, Turkey.
Representing DTI Foundation are Dr. Martí Manyalich, Dr. Marco Sacchi, and Sasha Karandashova, who are contributing their expertise and experience to this inspiring international gathering of professionals dedicated to advancing organ donation and transplantation across the Middle East and beyond.
The congress, organized by the Middle East Society for Organ Transplantation (MESOT), brings together experts, health authorities, and professionals from multiple countries to share knowledge, best practices, and innovative strategies aimed at strengthening donation and transplantation systems worldwide.
DTI Foundation reaffirms its commitment to education, collaboration, and the promotion of ethical and sustainable organ donation programs, with the ultimate goal of saving more lives.
We express our gratitude to MESOT and the Turkish transplantation community for their warm hospitality and for providing a platform to continue learning and building partnerships that make a difference globally. 💙
🌍 Ongoing this week in Riyadh: the training program “Drive Excellence in Saudi Arabia: Lead Your Organ Donation Unit.”
Guided by DTI experts Mauricio Galvão, José Luís Escalante Cobo, and Marco Sacchi, this program brings together passionate healthcare professionals from across Saudi Arabia, fostering a rich exchange of expertise and experiences in creating organ donation units.
Through engaging sessions and hands-on activities, participants are strengthening their leadership and technical skills to advance organ donation practices in their hospitals.
A week of learning, collaboration, and shared commitment to saving lives.
Sharing knowledge beyond borders 🌍
At the invitation of the Yunnan Organ Procurement Organization Alliance, Dr. Martí Manyalich delivered an online lecture at the Honghe Prefecture Human Organ Donation and Transplantation Promotion and Training Conference (Yunnan, China) on October 16th.
We are honored to contribute to the global exchange of knowledge and expertise in organ donation and transplantation — fostering collaboration and inspiring professionals around the world.
World Organ Donation Day: A Global Commitment to Life
Barcelona, 14 October 2025
Every year, World Organ Donation Day reminds us of the extraordinary power of generosity — the act of giving life to others.
At DTI Foundation (Donation and Transplantation Institute), our mission is to transform that generosity into action. For more than two decades, we have worked with ministries of health, hospitals, and international organisations to strengthen donation and transplantation systems worldwide.
Through education, consultancy, and research, DTI promotes ethical and sustainable frameworks that ensure every donation is performed with transparency, equity, and respect.
“Organ donation is more than a medical procedure — it is an expression of solidarity that unites humanity,”
says Dr. Martí Manyalich, President of DTI Foundation.
Today, we honour all donors and their families whose generosity makes life possible, and we reaffirm our commitment to continue building a global culture where organ donation becomes part of life.
💚 Together, we give life.
Learn more at www.dtifoundation.com
Meeting in Dresden: experience exchange with the DSO
The DTI Foundation team, represented by Dr. Mauricio Galvão and Dr. David Paredes, took part between September 29 and October 1, 2025, in a series of hospital visits in the northeast and eastern regions of Germany, at the invitation of the Deutsche Stiftung Organtransplantation (DSO).
The aim of this mission was to exchange experiences with organ donation coordination teams, thus strengthening mutual learning and international collaboration in the field of organ donation and transplantation.
The visit concluded on September 30 at the University Hospital of Dresden, where the official photograph was taken together with:
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Dr. Sandra Loder
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Sepp Höhne
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Dr. Anne Trabitzsch
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Konrad Pleul
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Prof. Kristian Barlinn
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Dr. Félix Pfeifer
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Dr. Markus Dengl
DTI Foundation would like to sincerely thank the DSO, and especially Dr. Axel Rahmel, Dr. Sandra Loder and Dr. Félix Pfeifer, for their initiative and full support of this visit, which reinforces our shared commitment to saving lives through organ donation and transplantation.
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