We extend our deepest gratitude to our dedicated sponsors for making the 2024 AATB Annual Meeting possible. Thank you for your invaluable support in helping us 'Scale New Heights' together!

At InVita, the team consists of dedicated professionals who understand the unique challenges of tissue banking. They are proud to provide industry-leading and comprehensive iTransplant® Tissue Recovery & Birth Tissue Acquisition Enterprise Solutions to meet these demands. Their modern, end-to-end digital solution encompasses donor referral intake, screening, authorization + DRAI, recovery/acquisition, eligibility + release, donor family aftercare, referral source development, and more, and is trusted by leading tissue banks worldwide. Learn more about AATB Affiliate Members and Affiliate Membership today.

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.

Scientific Reports
Using RNA-Seq data, researchers identified gene expression changes in COVID-infected heart tissue, revealing the involvement of inflammatory pathways that exacerbate heart failure.

UT Southwestern
UT Southwestern researchers have genetically modified cells from different species to adhere and grow together, overcoming interspecies adhesion barriers.

Open Access Government
Recent research highlights adipose tissue's potential in regenerative medicine due to its abundance of stem cells.

Healthcare in Europe
Researchers at Leiden University Medical Center combined imaging mass spectrometry (MS) and imaging mass cytometry (IMC) to study tumor cell metabolism and behavior.

The Scientist
Researchers at Hannover Medical School used genetic engineering to reduce immune proteins in donor lungs, preventing rejection in minipigs without long-term immunosuppression.

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.

Portland, Oregon: Oversee daily recovery operations by providing direction and support to the tissue branches. Assists in hiring, onboarding, training and developing staff within the branches.

Columbia, Maryland: The Donor Services Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of Donor Recovery Technicians, hospital relations, and supporting our business partners to ensure continuity of supply and business support.

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.