As part of our commitment to providing members with the latest and most accurate insights, we're excited to announce a vital addition to this year's Annual Meeting agenda. The session, titled "AATB Physicians Council MTB Working Group: Interim MTB Donor Screening Requirements," will take place on Tuesday, September 19, at 10:15 a.m. in the Woodrow Wilson Ballroom. Led by Dr. Melissa Greenwald, AATB's Consulting Chief Medical Officer, the session will offer an in-depth review of AATB Bulletin 23-6 and current FAQs, with a focus on providing education on aspects of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and engage in a Q&A session with an expert in the field.

AATB’s Certified Tissue Bank Specialist certification is the only professional designation available specifically for the tissue banking community. The 2023 CTBS Exam will be given October 1-31, 2023, and seats are limited. Register today to secure a seat at your preferred testing location.

Phys.org
Thyroid and parathyroid glands are small and look similar, which makes them difficult in surgery. Scientists developed the MasPec Pen to identify tissue the surgeon intends to resect before actually doing so, helping to ensure the correct tissue is cut.

Science
While studying stem cells, it was discovered that polyploid cells aided in closing puncture wounds in fruit flies. Some research found that human heart cells are 80% polyploid by adulthood, which suggests these cells could be used to help heal injured tissue in humans.

News-Medical.Net
T cell bispecific antibodies (TCBs) are approved treatment for leukemias, lymphomas, and myelomas, but they can also attack healthy cells which can injure vital organs. Now, a team of researchers has created an immune-infiltrated kidney tissue organoid-on-chip model to better understand tumor antigens that can appear in other areas of the body.

Medical Xpress
Scientists from the Garvan Institute of Medical Research discovered a new Australian drug PXS-5505 increased survival time when paired with chemotherapy for patients with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma.

Space
Space travel is known to weaken bones, but fatty tissue inside the bones can help stop cells and bone density decline in weightless settings. This new is beneficial to astronauts, but it’s also good news for patients on Earth in aging populations or those who are medically required to stay in bed.

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

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!

The pandemic has redefined our world, putting supply chains and inventory management at the forefront. Join "Par for the Course: Inventory, Sterilization, Contracts, and More!" on September 6 to glean lessons learned in inventory and supply management, documentation processes, instrument sterilization, and much more. Regardless of whether you belong to the healthcare realm, the logistics sector, or you're simply curious about the subject, this webinar guarantees a broader outlook. Register now and secure your virtual seat.

Intrigued by matters of jurisdiction and custody? Join us on September 29 for an exciting webinar in the FREE Donation & Death Investigation Webinar Series, "Jurisdiction and Custody: Who Makes the Decision?" Explore a range of death circumstances across various investigation systems and jurisdictions. From deaths in police custody to incidents involving law enforcement, we're dissecting it all. Get ready to unravel the dynamics of decision-making when death investigators, law enforcement, and district attorneys are in the mix. 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.

Renton, Washington: As the Supervisor, Tissue Recovery, you will supervise tissue recovery staff daily duties. Assists the manager with staff development and training programs. Ensures departmental compliance with organizational and industry regulations and standards.

Edison, New Jersey: The Team Leader, Nat' On Call Coord Screen and evaluate donors with Recovery Member staff to ensure potential donors meet MTFs criteria as established by the Medical Board of Trustees. Perform, coordinate and/or triage all functions of the Tissue Services recovery program/clients relating to the referral from donor sources; determining medical suitability with processor, obtaining appropriate authorization and medical/behavioral history, and coordination of recovery arrangements.

Nashville, Tennessee: Responsible for leading product development initiatives by managing multiple engineering projects. Independently design, implement, and test engineering strategies and prototypes for process, equipment, and product development activities.