Exciting news! Join us for a FREE webinar, in collaboration with the American Society for Transplant Surgeons, where we'll dive into essential strategies for surgeons to safeguard heart valve donation during organ recovery. Don't miss out – register now!

The AATB biennial election for 2023-2025 Board of Governors Officers and At-Large Governors is open. AATB members who were members prior to the blackout period beginning May 18, and are eligible to vote in accordance with the AATB Bylaws, received a link to the ballot and voting credentials last Thursday, June 1. Please take a moment to log in and vote.

Cancer Network
In a new trial, patients receiving a regimen of drugs (nivolumab, ipilimumab, and cabozantinib) had an average progression-free survival (PFS) of 5.4 months. The average PFS for the group receiving only cabozantinib was 3.8 months.

Medical Xpress
Researchers have found that thyroid cancer can be accurately diagnosed by pairing new ultrasound techniques with artificial intelligence.

Nature
The signaling cascade PXo–Cka–JNK was found to help control tissue homeostasis.

Ohio State News
A study in mice found that adult skin cells can limit inflammation and tissue injury in damaged lungs.

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In a study published in Science Advances, researchers found how “good fat” tissue could help combat obesity and blood glucose levels.

Join us September 17-20 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, MD, for the 2023 AATB Annual Meeting. Registration opens in June.

The AATB Annual Meeting brings together the most talented and knowledgeable individuals in the tissue banking field for valuable networking, training, and collaborative opportunities that cannot be found elsewhere. Participate in this event to exhibit your products and services, connect with attendees on a personal level, and share your expertise. Don't miss the chance to sponsor and showcase your offerings at the 2023 AATB Annual Meeting – sign up now!

Join our upcoming webinar: "Human Tissue as a Biologic Drug: The Pathway to BLA." Discover the intricate world of tissue products regulated as biologics under Section 351 of the Public Health Service Act (PHS). This enlightening session will delve into the unique developmental and regulatory considerations that set these products apart, featuring distinguished speakers who will shed light on the clinical, regulatory, and legal requirements that govern them. Don't miss out on this opportunity! Register now and secure your virtual seat.

We invite you to a FREE webinar developed in collaboration with the American Society for Transplant Surgeons. In this June 13 session, we will explore strategies for surgeons to safeguard the possibility of heart valve donation during organ recovery, ultimately increasing access to this life-saving treatment. Don't miss out – register now to secure your spot in this informative session!

Are you looking to enhance your knowledge of rare diseases in tissue donation? Then join our June 14 webinar “Interesting Diagnoses During Donor Screening: Contradiction or Not?” featuring speakers Jessica Pelletier, CTBS, and Caitlin Riordan, CTBS. During this deep dive into four rare diseases, we will investigate how they impact an individual's ability to donate specific tissues, how processors view these rare diagnoses and their impact on processing tissue gifts. Take advantage of this chance to learn from two experienced professionals in the field. Register today!

Albany, New York: Clinical Laboratory Consultants (CLCs) inspect facilities performing tissue banking activities within New York State and outside the State. CLCs are responsible for conducting on-site evaluations of staff qualifications and procedures, including the evaluation of facility standard operating procedure and review of records; record keeping; documenting findings in descriptive narratives and evaluation reports, and performing follow-up activities; investigating complaints and incidents; as well as general program administration.

San Antonio, Texas: Stability Biologics, an AATB accredited tissue bank in San Antonio, TX, is searching for a Director of Manufacturing (DM). The position is responsible for coordinating all aspects of manufacturing HCT/P products and directing a team of 30 Manufacturing/CSS staff.

Bellevue, Washington: The Tissue Recovery Coordinator IV (TRC IV) works closely with the Tissue Resource Manager (TRM) and Director of Tissue Donation Services (TDS) to continually increase tissue donation and maintain acceptable rates of tissues recovered per donor.