As you prepare for this exciting event, we encourage you to explore the meeting agenda on our event website and review the key logistical details provided below. Doing so will help you navigate the conference with ease and fully engage in all that it has to offer.

The American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB’s) accredited non-transplant anatomical donation organizations, or NADOs, of the NADO Council would like to address the recent news stories involving the University of North Texas Health Science Center, which had been receiving unclaimed bodies and distributing specimens to various entities.

National Jewish Health is the leading respiratory hospital in the nation. The National Jewish Health Advanced Diagnostic Laboratories perform a wide variety of diagnostic tests, including many specialized tests for tuberculosis (Mtb), nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) and other infectious diseases. Their laboratories recently worked with minimally processed viable tissue manufacturers to develop a streamlined molecular test that detects the presence of Mtb in these potential products. Standard Mtb culture is also available. Learn more about AATB Affiliate Members and Affiliate Membership today.

Are you ready to become a Certified Tissue Bank Specialist (CTBS)? The 2024 CTBS Exam will be held from October 1-31, and now is the perfect time to start preparing! AATB offers a free CTBS Review Course for exam registrants, based on the 14th Edition of the Standards. Please note: the 2025 exam will align with the upcoming 15th Edition of the Standards, incorporating reference changes. Take advantage of this opportunity and get ahead today!

Phys.org
EndoMac cells are unique in their ability to transform into endothelial cells that form blood vessels and immune cells that aid tissue defense and repair.

Cornell Chronicle
A study in fruit flies has advanced the understanding of how insects like mosquitoes can pass viral diseases to hosts through bites.

Nature
A new study reveals that mechanical forces play a key role in embryonic self-organization, influencing tissue shaping and gene expression.

Stony Brook University News
The suite of informatics tools called “TopoQuant” is based on deep learning to analyze changes to tissue architecture from cancer pathogenesis to radiation treatment.

Interesting Engineering
Heart tissue sent to the International Space Station (ISS) for 30 days declined in contracting capability, developed irregular heartbeats, and showed molecular changes similar to the changes found when we age.

Don't wait—time is running out! Join us from September 30 – October 3 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora, CO. Secure your spot by registering today! Can't commit to the full event? One-day registration will be available onsite for those who need flexibility. Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and grow with industry professionals!

While the 2024 AATB Annual Meeting is underway, please be cautious of third parties falsely claiming to offer attendee or pre-registration lists on behalf of AATB. AATB will distribute post-event lists only to Affiliate and Accredited Establishment members approximately two weeks after the event. Any communication offering these lists before that time is unauthorized and potentially harmful. We strongly advise you not to engage with these offers and to safeguard your personal and financial information. If you have any questions, please contact blyj@aatb.org.

Navigate the complexities of FDA's 510(k) pathway for allograft-based bone void fillers in this comprehensive webinar on October 16. We'll guide you through the entire process, from product concept to marketing authorization, detailing when these fillers are classified as devices, permissible marketing claims, and the necessary testing protocols. Gain insights on identifying a predicate and learn best practices for interacting with the FDA to ensure a smooth approval process. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your regulatory knowledge—register now!
Target Audience: This webinar is designed for tissue bank professionals with expertise in QA/QC, regulatory, research, processing, and distribution.

In a rapidly changing workplace, mastering succession planning, talent management, and employee engagement is crucial for future-proofing your organization. This webinar, taking place on October 23, will provide actionable strategies for effective succession planning, explore innovative approaches to talent management, and address how to meet evolving employee expectations. Learn how to integrate key retention strategies, leverage your Employee Value Proposition (EVP), and cultivate a resilient organizational culture that thrives in today’s dynamic environment. Don’t miss out—register now to secure your spot.
Target Audience: This webinar is designed for tissue bank professionals in management/leadership positions.

Gain critical insights into birth tissue and placental pathology in this webinar on October 30. This session will cover the normal structure of the placenta and umbilical cord, followed by a detailed discussion of common birth tissue abnormalities found in live donor medical charts. With the help of visual images, the presentation will enhance your understanding of birth tissue pathology, making it easier to assess donor eligibility and product suitability. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your expertise—register today!
Target Audience: This webinar is designed for tissue bank professionals with an interest in birth tissue.

San Antonio, Texas: As the Donor Services Manager, you will be the key driver ensuring our donor eligibility process meets the highest standards, directly impacting life-saving tissue donations.

Honolulu, Hawaii: The Surgical Procurement and Organ Perfusion Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, staffing and coordinating the procurement of tissues and perfusion of organs in accordance with established standards, policies, procedures, legal, contractual, corporate and regulatory requirements.

Itasca, Illinois: Receives and refers donor-related calls to appropriate procurement, transplant, and hospital development staff; provides prompt, efficient processing of all incoming and outgoing calls to fully optimize organ, tissue, and/or eye referrals and donation potential.