Join us at our Annual Meeting for an unforgettable keynote speech by Gregg Garfield, known as Patient Zero at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center. Gregg's incredible journey from a life-threatening battle with COVID-19 to a triumphant recovery epitomizes the spirit of overcoming adversity and reaching new heights. Despite being given just a 1% chance of survival, Gregg's determination, supported by his fiancée AJ and a dedicated medical team, led him to defy the odds. His story of resilience, community, and the power of positive thinking has captivated audiences across the nation. Don't miss this chance to hear Gregg's remarkable experience firsthand and be inspired to overcome your own challenges. Register now to attend this extraordinary event!

Are you in tissue recovery, donor screening, or quality assurance? The CTBS certification is essential for professionals across all aspects of tissue banking. Employers recognize and prefer CTBS-certified specialists for their compliance with regulatory standards and best practices. Get ready for the exam with our comprehensive review course (free for exam registrants).

Cureus
Microgravity enhances cartilage tissue engineering by improving cell morphology, proliferation, and ECM production. However, ensuring long-term functionality on Earth poses challenges.

KPBS
UC San Diego's AI platform, DeepHRD, rapidly identifies cancer-causing HRD deficiencies from tissue samples, enabling precise and quick treatment decisions.

Boston Children's Hospital
Boston Children's cardiac surgeons performed New England's first partial heart transplant, replacing a 4-year-old boy's aortic valve with a donor's.

EurekAlert!
A CU Boulder-led team, in collaboration with the University of Pennsylvania, developed a 3D printing method (CLEAR) for creating elastic, tough, and adhesive hydrogels.

West Virginia MetroNews
WVU Medicine performed its first living donor kidney transplant. Dr. Rajeev Sharma led the procedure, which offers a quicker alternative to the typical 36-month wait for deceased donor kidneys.

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

Time is running out to secure your spot at the premier event in tissue banking. Join industry leaders and experts for unparalleled networking, training, and collaboration. Highlight your offerings, connect directly with participants, and showcase your industry leadership in this exclusive setting. Don't miss out—reserve your exhibit or sponsorship at the 2024 AATB Annual Meeting today before it's too late!

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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.

Join us on August 16, for the "Tour of Standards for Tissue Banking, 15th Edition" webinar. This session will provide a guided tour through the newly released 15th edition, offering an orientation to the redesigned framework. Attendees will gain insights into key revisions, including updates to ambient temperature labeling and significant changes to donor eligibility criteria as detailed in Bulletin 24-5. Don't miss this opportunity to stay current with the latest standards and enhance your expertise in tissue banking.

Join us on August 21, 2024, for an insightful webinar on AATB's recent research on SARS-CoV-2 tissue testing. We'll review the comprehensive study evaluating the risk of SARS-CoV-2 transmission through allogeneic human tissue transplantation, encompassing a variety of human tissue types. Discover the latest findings and implications for donor tissue safety and transplantation practices. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the crucial advancements in tissue testing and safety measures from AATB's published work.
Target Audience: This webinar is designed for tissue bank professionals with expertise in all areas of tissue banking.

Nationwide: The Quality Assurance Coordinator III (QAC III) supports the mission, goals and strategic plan of Surgenex through providing regulatory support.

Texas: KBR is seeking a Donor Coordinator to support our SPARC Program for KBR's Science and Space division.

Houston, Texas: KBR is seeking a Donor Specialist to support our SPARC Program for KBR's Science and Space division.