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Medical Xpress
In a trial published in JAMA Oncology, scientists were able to combine immunotherapy and radiation as an effective treatment in patients with advanced soft tissue sarcoma.

Eye
The amniotic membrane has many properties that encourage healing, meaning there are many opportunities for tissue transplantation.

Phys.org
Scientists from UNSW Sydney created a bioactive hydrogel that is antimicrobial, making it potentially useful to further medical research.

Targeted Oncology
Tissue biopsy remains the best standard but this could change to liquid biopsy in the next decade.

Becker’s Hospital Review
Michigan Medicine radiologists and pathologists will share a digital pathology platform to allow physicians to see tissue sample images without relying on microscopes.

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.

In “Deviations, Devices, and Drugs: A Regulatory Roadmap for Human Tissue Reporting,” we'll explore the evolving landscape of tissue banking, and where opportunity meets innovation in regenerative medicine. The tissue banking industry is experiencing a transformative 'era of opportunity,' and understanding the regulatory framework is crucial. Join us on December 6 as we navigate the complex regulatory pathways and requirements for adverse outcomes reporting for human tissue products. Whether it's Section 361 HCT/P, Section 351 HCT/P, or medical devices, this webinar will clarify the path ahead. Don't miss out on this essential regulatory roadmap. Register now and secure your virtual seat.

Alachua, Florida: The OC Value Stream Manager is a leader within the Business Transformation Office that optimizes the performance of the Osteochondral (OC) Graft Supply Chain such that customer needs and demands can be fulfilled adequately.

Tampa, Florida: Primarily responsible for identifying the legal next of kin, completing the approach process, working empathetically and professionally with grieving families to communicate donation opportunities, conducting the medical and social history interview, and completing the authorization or donor disclosure process.

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.