This review series focuses on recent advances in resolving macro and molecular structures that have driven the field of occlusive thrombus structure and function forward. Covering multiple contributions to thrombosis, eg, platelets, factor XIII, and the contact system, the series also looks to put this new knowledge into the context of future advances in diagnostic and therapeutic tools to enhance normal hemostasis while preventing and treating unwanted thrombosis.
Blood Associate Editor, Dr. Thomas Ortel discusses this series with Drs. Alisa Wolberg, Jonas Emsley, and John Weisel, who all contributed to articles in the
Review Series on the Structural Underpinnings of Hemostatic Plugs and Thrombotic Occulsions which can be found in volume 146, issue 12 of
Blood.