We are thrilled to announce the release of the updated Certified Tissue Bank Specialist (CTBS) Recertification Guide, effective for those recertifying in 2025 and beyond. The CTBS designation signifies excellence in tissue banking, demonstrating a profound understanding of principles and adherence to industry standards set forth by AATB.

The AATB biennial election for 2024-2026 Council Officers will open June 3. In order to participate in these elections, you must be an AATB member currently serving on a council. If you are not currently a member of one of AATB’s eight councils and would like to join, or if you would like to change your council affiliation, make sure to do so before May 10 to be eligible to participate in the election.

Taking place at the JW Marriott - Galleria on June 3 & 4, this event unites professionals from blood centers, tissue banks, and organ procurement across the country to foster connections, exchange successes, explore cost-saving opportunities, and engage with leading industry suppliers. A specialized Tissue Track awaits AATB Members, with complimentary registration. Secure your spot today!

Join us September 30 – October 3 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora, CO, for the 2024 AATB Annual Meeting. Registration opens in June.

AATB's call for session proposals is an opportunity for AATB members to contribute their ideas for topics and speakers to the 2024 AATB Annual Meeting. Submit your idea today!

The abstract program for the 2024 Annual Meeting is now open! Join us in Aurora, CO, from September 30 to October 3 to celebrate remarkable research achievements in tissue banking. Submit your abstracts and digital posters by June 3 for consideration to be prominently featured on-site and in our conference app and website. Category winners and spotlights will have the chance to present during the Scientific and Technical Affairs (STAC) track, with complimentary registration provided. Submit your original work now and be part of showcasing tissue banking excellence at its finest!

News-Medical.Net
Resident tissue macrophages (RTMs) have diverse functions in maintaining tissue homeostasis extending beyond immune defense.

Medical News Today
MCTD diagnosis is challenging due to overlapping symptoms, often requiring clinical evaluations and lab tests.

Digital Medicine
The AI model, Bowel.CSS, accurately segmented bowel tissue in real-time, potentially improving surgical outcomes in colorectal surgery.

Science Advances
A new study found aligning optical coherence tomography (OCT) images with histological slides, allows for the creation of high-fidelity virtual hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) stained images from OCT scans.

Biology Open
Researchers compared cardiac injury responses in zebrafish and medaka, aiming to understand differences in regenerative capability despite similar heart anatomy.

Join us on May 1 for "Compassion in Action: Exploring Buddhism’s Perspective on Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation," presented by AATB and AMAT. Delve into Buddhist cultural practices and celebrations surrounding donation, and explore death practices within Buddhist communities. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding and compassion. Register now and be a part of this transformative conversation!
Target Audience: This webinar is for professionals who want to gain insight into how different religions view donation and how that impacts donation.

Uncover the pivotal role of research tissues in shaping the future of therapeutics, drug discovery, and beyond in our May 8 webinar "How Research Tissues are Shaping the Future of Therapeutics, Drug Discovery, and More.” Explore an array of research tissues—from umbilical cord blood to skin, cartilage, liver, and lung—as we delve into the nuances of their usage in medicine and clinical trials. Gain insights into the disparities between research and transplant criteria, delve into the process of isolating primary cells, and discover how researchers harness various cell types to propel advancements in healthcare and pharmaceutical innovation. Join us for an illuminating session that promises to broaden your understanding of the vital role research tissues play in driving scientific progress.
Target Audience: This presentation will provide new and useful information to tissue banking and donation professionals engaged in donor screening, tissue recovery, leadership, R&D, family services, community development, organ services, and more.

Scottsdale, Arizona: The Director of Quality Assurance (DQA) will be responsible for leading the quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) team and ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and standards.

San Antonio, Texas: The Engineering manager will lead a Product Development team comprising of project engineers and product managers.

Nashville, Tennessee: Tennessee Donor Services (TDS) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to join us to save lives!