The Agency has published a guidance, replacing one of the same title dated Aug. 2007, intended to help small entity establishments that manufacture HCT/Ps better understand the regulatory framework for human tissue for transplant set forth in 21 CFR 1271.

AATB emailed a Member Satisfaction Survey through Survey Monkey to all AATB Members. Please take a moment to complete the survey if you have not already. Individuals who complete the survey and leave their name and email address will be entered into a drawing to win one (1) of five (5) $100 Amazon gift cards. The survey deadline has been extended to Tuesday, Nov. 8. If you have questions or problems accessing the survey, please email davisa@aatb.org.

Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News
Findings published in Nature Methods show that scientists can get an even closer look at cellular details in tissue samples.

Becker's Hospital Review
Kronos is a disposable, battery-operated device that helps improve safety coaxial biopsy procedures by cauterizing tissue damaged by biopsy tools.

ScienceDaily
Viral DNA in the human genome from ancient infections help protect human cells from current viruses.

Cancer Network
Results of a new study show radiotherapy treatments for breast cancer are associated with developing thoracic soft tissue sarcoma.

Medical Xpress
New findings from a study show how the protein Nef activates enzyme activity in HIV host cells, a necessary step for the virus to replicate. 

When it comes to working with donor families, often there is a focus on training coordinators to be skilled in facilitating authorization and conducting DRAIs. What happens when a donor family has an unfavorable post-donation experience? Join AATB Nov. 9 to review case studies and explore best practices for handling difficult conversations with donor families after donation.

Join AATB and speakers from multiple tissue processors on Nov. 16 to review common challenges faced between tissue processors and recovery organizations including information sharing.

Reno, Nevada: POSITION SUMMARY The Manager of NNV Tissue supports the mission, goals, and strategic plan of Nevada Donor Network, Inc. (NDN) by managing all aspects of tissue recovery.

Denver, Colorado: Donor Alliance, Inc. - Donor Alliance is hiring a Tissue Donor Coordinator in Denver! The Tissue Donor Coordinator (TDC) screens potential tissue donor cases in accordance with the Food and Drug Administration CFR1271, Donor Alliance policy, and the American Association of Tissue Banks regulations.

Sioux Falls, South Dakota: The Regional Field Recovery Supervisor is responsible for completing eye and tissue donation across the DLSH region, and ensuring compliance with EBAA, FDA, AATB, and DLSH Regulatory and Medical Standards.