The biennial election for the 2025-2027 Board of Governors Officers and At-Large Governors opens Monday, June 2! This is your opportunity to help shape the future of AATB by casting your vote for Chairperson-Elect, Secretary-Treasurer, and two At-Large Governors. Individuals with an active AATB membership linked to their Portal Account as of May 16, 2025, are eligible to vote. Take time to learn about the candidates before the election opens – your informed vote matters.

Are you a Primary Establishment Contact (PEC) or HR representative looking to help your team get the most out of your AATB membership? Our AATB Portal Lunch & Learn is a great way to onboard new staff or refresh current team members on how to navigate the Portal, create an account, and access essential resources. Each session includes 0.50 CEU credit and is available live or as a pre-recorded option to suit your schedule. To schedule a session or request the recording, contact Julie Bly, AATB Director of Membership, at blyj@aatb.org.

Health Imaging
CEM and AB-MRI detected significantly more invasive cancers than ABUS, suggesting contrast-enhanced imaging is superior.

Nature Communications
Machine learning enhances single-cell protein abundance imputation in multiplex tissue imaging, addressing molecular profiling gaps.

Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry
Plant-derived nanovesicles (PDNVs) show promise in tissue repair and antiaging due to their biocompatibility and therapeutic effects.

Medical Xpress
Whole genome and transcriptome sequencing (WGTS) improves precision treatment for cancers of unknown primary (CUP).

Phys.org
Researchers at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology developed Ac-Tβ1-17, a peptide metabolite with both antiviral and regenerative properties.

Join us October 12-15 at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta in Atlanta, GA, for the 2025 AATB Annual Meeting. Registration opens in June.

Gain unmatched visibility and direct access to key decision-makers in tissue banking by becoming a sponsor or exhibitor at the 2025 AATB Annual Meeting. This is your chance to showcase your innovations, highlight your impact, and connect with the professionals shaping the future of the field. Explore our 2025 sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities and express your interest in participating today!

As the 2025 AATB Annual Meeting approaches, please be aware that unauthorized third parties may contact members claiming to represent AATB. These solicitations often offer pre-registration lists, hotel bookings, or transportation services, sometimes using language that appears official. AATB does not sell attendee lists or partner with third-party vendors for hotel or travel arrangements. Any such offers are not authorized by AATB and may put your personal and financial information at risk. For any questions or to report suspicious outreach, contact blyj@aatb.org.

Explore the world of non-transplant anatomical donation in our June 4 webinar, “Non-Transplant Anatomical Donation (NTAD) – Common Recoveries and Considerations: The Importance of Research, Education, and Training Endeavors.” This session will cover the types of commonly recovered specimens, how placement decisions are made, and how these donations fuel research, education, and the development of medical advancements. You'll also gain insight into the importance of thoroughly vetting usage sites to ensure ethical application and safeguard public trust. This is a must-attend for anyone committed to honoring donor intent while advancing medical knowledge.
Target Audience: This webinar is for tissue banking professionals with an interest in the advancement of research in tissue donation.

Clear guidance is essential when navigating the evolving landscape of tissue donation, especially for LGBTQIA+ communities impacted by recent regulatory changes. On June 11, the joint AATB-AMAT webinar, Clarity Around Donation Regulation Changes for the LGBTQIA+ Community, will explore the FDA’s 2025 policy shift and what it means for queer individuals and their ability to donate. The session will address ongoing concerns, provide communication strategies, and offer inclusive language guidance to support LGBTQIA+ donors and their families.
Target Audience: This webinar is for tissue banking professionals working with LGBTQIA+ donors or have an interest in learning more about donation issues faced by the LGBTQIA+ community.

On June 18, join us for another installment from the Back to Basics Mini-Series, “Telling the Healing Stories of Tissue Recipients.” This webinar will highlight the profound ripple effects of tissue donation through real-life recipient stories and insights from a professional skilled in speaking with donor families. Whether you work directly with donor families or simply want to reconnect with the mission behind the work, this session promises heartfelt inspiration and renewed purpose.
Target Audience: This webinar is for tissue banking professionals working with donor families or have an interest in learning more about tissue donors and their impact.

Chapel Hill, North Carolina: HonorBridge is recruiting for a Tissue Services Supervisor for the Night Shift. In this role you will direct and guide tissue recovery staff.

Playa Vista, California: Carbon Life Sciences is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Tissue Bank Manager to play a critical role in the establishment and operation of our new tissue bank.

Scottsdale, Arizona: Applied Biologics, LLC, an AATB-accredited leader in tissue manufacturing, is seeking a dedicated Amniotic Membrane Processing Technician to join our team.