Registration is open for the highly anticipated 2023 AATB Annual Meeting! This year, we're breaking tradition and starting on a Sunday, September 17, through Wednesday, September 20 in the captivating National Harbor, MD. Prepare to engage, connect, and collaborate with industry leaders and experts as we shape the future of the tissue banking industry together. Don't wait any longer! Register today to ensure your place at this exceptional event and seize the opportunity to save with our early bird discount.

Make your voice heard and participate in shaping the future of the association by voting for the esteemed individuals who will serve as the 2023-2025 Board of Governors Officers and At-Large Governors. 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 via email. Time is of the essence, cast your vote before Saturday, July 1, at 11:59 PM, EDT.

The deadline for nominations for the 2023 AATB Achievement Awards has been extended! This is your chance to honor exceptional individuals who have made remarkable contributions to the field of tissue banking and transplantation. Please consider nominating a deserving colleague for one of the three prestigious awards.

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Two patients with type 1 diabetes no longer required insulin shots one year after receiving a new stem-cell therapy.

Molecular Psychiatry
Researchers bioengineered a model of iPSC-derived neural tissue made with a silk fibroin protein as a scaffold and a collagen hydrogel to help grow neurons and glial cells.

Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News
Scientists engineered a 3D model of the extracellular matrix (ECM), finding a pathway to create T-cell populations for adoptive therapies.

Cell Science
SWAT cells are a newly discovered type of cell that can turn into fat cells based on the microenvironment.

ScienceDaily
Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) will have a new standard for clinicians to follow based on the results from a phase III study.

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 "The Promise of Bone Marrow Banking" on July 12 to discover how bone marrow from deceased donors can save lives! This webinar is a unique opportunity to dive into the advancements made possible by bone marrow. Discover the potential of this precious resource, learn about innovative therapies, and explore the groundbreaking research shaping the future of medicine. Register now and secure your virtual seat.

Curious about what happens behind the scenes in a tissue bank microbiology laboratory? Join our webinar, "Microbiology: A Behind the Scenes Look," on July 19 and uncover the answers to intriguing questions. Why are lab samples subject to specific criteria? What makes collection devices lab-specific? Why is sample size crucial? Discover the importance of lab sample shipping and why there's a time limit. Register now and secure your virtual seat.

Are you a medicolegal professional facing challenges while working with donation organizations? Join us July 28 for an exciting webinar in the FREE Donation & Death Investigation Webinar Series, “Common Challenges Working with Donation Organizations.” Discover effective ways to overcome barriers encountered in the medicolegal field and strengthen partnerships with donation organizations. Gain a deeper understanding of the intricacies involved and explore innovative approaches to facilitate the donation process. Register now and secure your virtual seat. The 2023 Donation & Death Investigation Webinar Series includes seven webinar presentations, all FREE and designed to enhance your understanding of the complex relationship between these two fields. Register now for our upcoming webinar or the entire series.

Nationwide: The Director of Education is responsible for developing and executing the AATB Strategic Education Plan and is responsible for the development and delivery of all in-person and web-based educational programming, including the AATB Webinar Series and self-paced educational modules, and educational resources. This position collaborates heavily with institutional, individual, and affiliate members as well as internal staff.

Long Island City, New York: The Donor Center, Shift Leader:  Effectively screens and manages organ and tissue donor referrals in addition to other telephone related calls. Serves as primary support for Donor Coordinators regarding escalations or questions that arise during scheduled shifts.

Wakeman, Ohio: This is a search for a dynamic and dedicated Surgical Applications Specialist to serve customers in hospitals, burn centers, surgery centers, and tissue banks across the U.S. Successful candidates will be required to serve the customers by providing product training support.