AATB is issuing this Bulletin to communicate changes to donor eligibility requirements before publication in the 15th Edition of Standards for Tissue Banking (Standards).

Save today with the Early Bird Discount for the 2024 AATB Annual Meeting! Join us for a transformative journey with the theme "Scaling New Heights: Unlocking the Full Range of Possibilities," where we will propel our community to new heights by unlocking possibilities, fostering collaboration, and navigating industry advancements. Register before July 26, 2024, using code EARLYBIRD24 and save $200 on your conference registration. Act fast – this offer ends soon!

Elevate your career in tissue banking with the Certified Tissue Bank Specialist (CTBS) designation! Registration is now open for the CTBS exam and the accompanying Review Course, which is free for exam registrants. CTBS is the only professional certification tailored specifically for the tissue banking community, recognizing your deep knowledge and dedication. Enroll today to start your journey toward certification!

We are thrilled to invite you to submit nominations for the 2024 AATB Achievement Awards! This is your opportunity to honor outstanding individuals in the tissue banking community. Visit the AATB website to explore the various awards, review the nomination criteria, and learn how to submit your nomination. The deadline for all submissions is July 26, 2024. Don’t miss this chance to recognize excellence in tissue banking—nominate a deserving candidate today!

Medscape
Tissue resident memory T cells have been identified as a potential biomarker in clinical trials related to psoriasis, but their complex biology is not yet fully understood, so relying on them fully is premature.

Mayo Clinic
Following the Mayo Clinic in Arizona's total larynx transplant, it is hoping that, through regenerative sciences, they hope to make these transplants available to anyone.

IEEE Spectrum
Researchers are using origami techniques to fold sensors that monitor safety into bio-printed materials used in 3D-printed organ for transplants.

News Medical Life Sciences
Formalin-fixing paraffin-embedding is the most common method of preserving biological samples for diagnostic research, and these samples will be vital to the evolution of next-generation sequencing.

Stanford Medicine
Spatial biology assays provide a more comprehensive analysis compared to traditional assays, which can better diagnose, stage and treat solid tumors.

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.

Experience the pinnacle event in tissue banking, uniting industry leaders and experts for unparalleled networking, training, and collaboration. Highlight your offerings, connect directly with participants, and demonstrate your industry leadership in this exclusive setting. Seize the opportunity to stand out—reserve your exhibit or sponsorship at the 2024 AATB Annual Meeting today!

As the 2024 AATB Annual Meeting approaches, please be aware that some third parties claim to offer pre-registration lists on behalf of AATB, but please note that AATB does not distribute such lists. Any communication offering registration lists is unofficial and potentially harmful. Please avoid engagement and safeguard your personal and financial information. For questions concerning this matter, contact blyj@aatb.org.

Join us on August 7, for the AATB & AMAT webinar "Intersectional Identities and Why it Matters." Many diversity training programs focus on individual aspects of identity, but how do we create space for the multitude of identities that define us? This webinar aims to build awareness about the significance of intersectional identities and how they shape our connections, experiences, and challenges. Learn how embracing multiple identities impacts our employees and the communities we serve. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding and foster inclusivity.
Target Audience: This webinar is designed for tissue bank professionals with an interest in learning more about diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Calling all leaders, mentors, preceptors, and trainers! In the midst of remote and in-person work, are you searching for ways to keep your team engaged? Are you losing steam on cultivating team dynamics with challenges like scheduling concerns, staff turnover, and burnout? Join us on August 14, for a transformative webinar as we explore strategies to navigate these challenges and emphasize the vital collaboration between leadership and training teams to achieve enhanced engagement and a positive team culture. Don't miss this opportunity to revitalize your call center's environment!
Target Audience: This webinar is designed for tissue bank professionals with expertise in all areas of tissue banking. 

Hershey, Pennsylvania, Penn State Health  -  Hershey Medical Center Location:  US:PA:Hershey Work Type:  Full Time FTE:  1.00 Shift:  Night Hours:  11:30p - 8:00a Recruiter Contact:  Rebecca L. Stuckey at  rstuckey@pennstatehealth.psu.edu SUMMARY OF POSITION: Responsible to perform complex laboratory tests on blood, body fluids, cells, and tissues. Identify bacteria, parasites, and other microorganisms, analyze chemical content of fluids, and cross match blood for transfusion and organ transplantation aseptically prepare cells for use in cellular therapies. The results of these tests are used in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.

Seattle, Washington, Overview Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington. With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world''s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. 

Saint Louis, Missouri, Additional Information About the Role Are you looking for a career as an MLT II ?   Look no further than BJC!As a MLT II at BJC Healthcare , you play a crucial role in the delivery of high-quality patient care. Join our Microbiology team to be an integral part of delivering precise and reliable laboratory results that impact patient outcomes positively.