The Board of Governors has taken action on the recommendations put forth by the Accreditation Committee, leading to the approval of changes to AATB's Accreditation Policies.

The AATB Bylaws amendment vote is open through October 31, 2023. Eligible voters who were members in good standing by September 25 received a link to the ballot and credentials to vote via email. Please take a moment to log in and vote.

Today we celebrate Breast Reconstruction Awareness or BRA Day! This national initiative was designed to promote education, awareness, and access to information regarding post-mastectomy breast reconstruction.

Medical Xpress
A new technique that can help surgeons distinguish healthy tissue from tumor tissue had an accuracy rate of 97%.

Science
Most evaluations of cells’ responses to mechanical stimuli are based on the average of individual cells. However, a new tracking analysis shows cells can behave differently when reacting to the same mechanical stimuli.

Technology Networks
Researchers have discovered that five subtypes of macrophages can appear in different stages and promote an inflammatory state in tissue.

Phys.org
Scientists from the Penn State College of Medicine used  focused ion beam scanning electron microscopy to find desmosomes formed at cell-to-cell junctions.

Mount Sinai
A new AI-developed algorithm has been found to predict age at death by examining brain tissue specimens.

Discover how research intertwines with donation for a greater purpose during our upcoming webinar,  "Educating Families About Research," scheduled for October 25. Supporting families through every step of the donation journey is a continuous act of compassion. As research takes center stage in the world of donation, professionals must bridge the gap and illuminate the path. Register now and secure your virtual seat.

Interested in the significance of clots, Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVTs), and Pulmonary Embolisms (PEs) within the realm of organ and tissue donation? Join us on November 10 for an insightful webinar in the FREE Donation & Death Investigation Webinar Series, titled "Clots, DVTs, and PEs: How They Impact Donation." We'll explore the conditions and scenarios that necessitate a closer look at these vascular issues, delve into various surgical options for addressing them, touch upon the meticulous preparation of grafts, and provide real-world examples of how these factors impact 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.

Curious about the rise in Sodium Nitrite suicides? Join us for an exploration of self-inflicted Sodium Nitrite Toxicity in three Michigan counties on November 15, titled "The 'Suicide by Salt' Epidemic." Discover the alarming trend of sodium nitrite as a method of suicide, driven by its easy accessibility in the United States. Delve into the dark world of sodium nitrite ingestion, an odorless, white, water-soluble crystalline powder capable of inducing severe methemoglobinemia – a condition where hemoglobin loses its ability to transport vital oxygen throughout the body. Register now and secure your virtual seat.

Tampa, Florida: Directs, delivers and monitors tissue recovery staff training. Primary technical contact for tissue procurement. Ensures the performance of all recovery personnel relating to the proper procurement, storage, and shipment of tissue for transplantation.

Tampa, Florida: Responds to referrals for the purpose of evaluating for potential tissue donation and successfully completes the authorization or donor disclosure process with the next of kin. Performs activities associated with screening for medical suitability, family approach, authorization, or donor designation, and coordinates the tissue donation process following established LifeLink policies and procedures.

San Francisco, California: The Senior Donation Compliance Specialist (Weekends) will ensure that a critical aspect of Ossium's work, getting suitable donors in the door, occurs smoothly. In this role, you will answer emails and calls from partner organizations when they have potential Ossium donors to screen, manage documents and data associated with those donors, and keep detailed notes on donor-related decisions.