Kick off the new year by exploring the valuable resources, professional development opportunities, and benefits available to you as an AATB member. Stay informed about key updates and ensure you’re maximizing everything your membership has to offer.

This is your last chance to apply! The AATB Grant Program is accepting Letters of Intent (LOIs) until tomorrow, January 16, 2025. Dedicated to advancing innovation and research in tissue banking, the program welcomes proposals exploring non-proprietary topics, including tissue recovery, allograft processing, clinical outcomes, economic analyses, and more. Researchers from academic institutions, medical centers, and the tissue industry are invited to apply for grants of up to $100,000. Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to the future of tissue banking—submit your LOI by the deadline!

This year-long subscription offers 30+ live webinars and 130+ on-demand sessions designed to advance your knowledge and skills in tissue banking. With topics like donor screening, quality assurance, and surgical innovations, there’s something for professionals at every level. Plus, you’ll earn CEUs to support your certification goals. Don’t miss out—register today.

Share the transformative power of donation by contributing your establishment’s unique donation stories to AATB. Inspire and inform others about the significance of tissue donation for transplant or research, and whole-body donation. Each story is a crucial part of our community dedicated to enhancing lives through these incredible gifts.

Phys.org
Newly discovered lipocartilage has fat-filled cells that provide support to the surrounding tissue so that tissue can remain soft.

University of Toronto
The biodegradable electrode is flexible and stimulates neural precursor cells (NPCs) in the brain.

Oncology Nursing News
The FDA issued draft guidance on incorporating tissue biopsies into clinical trials, emphasizing participant safety.

Science Signaling
Latent herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) reactivates in APOE4 brain models after repeated mild brain injuries, triggering Alzheimer’s-associated processes like β amyloid buildup, tau phosphorylation, and neuroinflammation.

MedComm
Tissue-resident memory T (TRM) cells provide rapid immune responses at barrier tissues and play key roles in antiviral, antibacterial, and antitumor defense.

Mark your calendar for January 22, and join us for “Back to Basics Mini-Series: Musculoskeletal and Skin Processing.” This essential webinar will guide you through the critical journey of musculoskeletal and dermal tissues, from donor recovery to their transformation into life-changing transplantable forms. Gain insights into logistical considerations, time frames for processing, and key steps in this intricate process. Whether you're new to the field or looking to refresh your knowledge, this session offers a comprehensive overview of the science and care behind donor gifts. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of tissue processing!
Target Audience: This webinar is designed for entry-level, mid-level, or experienced tissue bank professionals who are interested in learning more about donor screening, tissue recovery, processing, and distribution.

Join us on January 29, for “Supporting Family Conversations on Whole Body Donation: Honoring Legacies and Maximizing the Gift.” This webinar will explore the unique collaboration between a Tissue Recovery Agency and a Non-Anatomical Donation Organization, showcasing best practices for educating and supporting donor families. Learn how these partnerships honor donors' legacies by maximizing the impact of their gifts for transplant, research, and medical education. Gain valuable insights into fostering meaningful family conversations and ensuring lasting comfort through the donation process.
Target Audience: Donation Professionals, Social Workers, Hospice and Palliative Care Staff, Patient Advocates.

Nashville, Tennessee: This position will assist the Senior Director of Quality Systems in the maintenance and oversight of the quality assurance department.

Arizona: The Director of Quality Assurance / Quality Control (SDQ) supports the mission, goals, and strategic plan of Surgenex inclusive of the Phoenix Donor Services (PDS) service line with the evaluation and execution of the Quality Management System (QMS), donor chart quality assurance, quality control, and quality and performance improvement initiatives throughout the organization.

Jackson, New Jersey: The Team Leader NOCC RN Donor Coordinator Screen and evaluate donors with Recovery Member staff to ensure potential donors meet MTFs criteria as established by the Medical Board of Trustees.