Prof. Joan-Lluis Vives Corrons | Health Sciences | Outstanding Scientist Award

Academic Background

Prof. Joan-Lluis Vives-Corrons holds a Medical Doctor degree and is a specialist in Haematology from the University of Barcelona. He completed advanced training as a fellow at Hôpital Beaujon in Paris and as a visiting fellow at The Scripps Research Institute. He has served as a professor of Medicine at the University of Barcelona and has been deeply involved in education and mentorship in haematology throughout his career. According to Scopus and Google Scholar records, his work has been cited extensively, with over 1,467 documents citing his research, 81 documents authored, and an h-index of 21, reflecting his sustained influence in the field.

Research Focus

Prof. Joan-Lluis Vives Corrons research focuses on the study of rare and congenital anaemias, encompassing the molecular and genetic mechanisms underlying red blood cell disorders. He has a strong interest in the standardization of haematology laboratory practices and in improving diagnostic approaches for haemoglobinopathies and enzymopathies. His work bridges clinical practice and translational research to advance patient care for rare anaemias.

Work Experience

Prof. Joan-Lluis Vives Corrons has held leadership roles in haematology laboratories and clinical departments, serving as head of the Haematology Laboratory and Red Cell Pathology Units at the Hospital Clinic of the University of Barcelona. He has also led the Red Cell Pathology and Haematopoietic Disorders Research Group at the Josep Carreras Institute for Leukemia Research and currently oversees the Clinical Centre for Ambulatory Medicine in Barcelona. He has coordinated large-scale networks for the diagnosis and follow-up of rare haematological disorders, contributing significantly to public health programs such as newborn screening for sickle-cell disease.

Key Contributions

Prof. Joan-Lluis Vives Corrons has pioneered the development of diagnostic methods for rare anaemias, implemented quality assessment schemes in haematology, and contributed to the standardization of automated laboratory analyzers. His research has led to the discovery of multiple novel mutations in genes responsible for red blood cell disorders, enhancing the understanding of their molecular basis. He has facilitated international collaboration through European networks for rare anaemias and supported education and training programs for haematologists and laboratory professionals.

Awards & Recognition

Recognized for his exceptional research and leadership, Prof. Vives-Corrons has been honored with the Outstanding Scientist Award for his groundbreaking contributions to the study of rare anaemias. His work is widely acknowledged for advancing clinical and laboratory haematology practice while fostering global collaborations in rare disease research.

Professional Roles & Memberships

Prof. Joan-Lluis Vives Corrons has held significant professional roles, including Secretary General of the International Society of Haematology and representative membership in the European Union Committee of Experts in Rare Diseases. He is affiliated with multiple national and international scientific societies and serves on editorial boards of leading journals in haematology. His work with ORPHANET, EURORDIS, and various standardization organizations underscores his commitment to improving rare disease diagnostics and care.

Profile

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Featured Publications

Vives-Corrons, J. L., et al. (2024). SARS-CoV-2 infection and anemia—A focus on RBC deformability and membrane proteomics—Integrated observational prospective study. Microorganisms.

Vives-Corrons, J. L., et al. (2023). The pyruvate kinase deficiency global longitudinal (Peak) registry: Rationale and study design. BMJ Open.

Vives-Corrons, J. L., et al. (2022). Haemoglobin Bristol-Alesha in a child with non-spherocytic severe haemolytic anaemia and marked anisochromic poikilocytosis with basophilic stippling and amorphous intracellular content. Blood Cells, Molecules and Diseases.

Vives-Corrons, J. L., et al. (2022). Concomitant hereditary spherocytosis and pyruvate kinase deficiency in a Spanish family with chronic hemolytic anemia: Contribution of laser ektacytometry to clinical diagnosis. Cells.

Vives-Corrons, J. L., et al. (2022). Red cell ektacytometry in two patients with chronic hemolytic anemia and three new α-spectrin variants. Annals of Hematology.

Impact Statement / Vision

Prof. Joan-Lluis Vives Corrons to advance the understanding and management of rare anaemias through innovative research, international collaboration, and the integration of molecular diagnostics into clinical practice. His vision emphasizes improving patient outcomes while promoting education and quality standards in haematology worldwide.