Join us November 17–19, 2025, at Hotel AKA Alexandria in Alexandria, VA, for the AATB Emerging Leaders Program, an immersive 2.5-day experience designed for rising professionals in the tissue banking community to strengthen leadership skills and build meaningful connections. Registration opens in late July, stay tuned for details!

The biennial AATB election for the 2025-2027 Board of Governors Officers and At-Large Governors opened last week! 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. Eligible voters – individuals with an active AATB membership linked to their Portal Account as of May 16, 2025 – should have received their ballot and voting credentials via email on Monday, June 2. A reminder was sent yesterday to those who have not yet voted. If you haven’t already done so, please take a few moments to review the ballot and cast your vote!

Registration is now open for the 2025 Certified Tissue Bank Specialist (CTBS) Exam! Whether you’re new to the field or an experienced professional, earning your CTBS credential highlights your expertise and commitment to excellence in tissue banking. Exam registration includes FREE access to the CTBS Review Course, a comprehensive tool designed to help you prepare with confidence. Start your path to certification today!

ScienceDirect
Advances in biomaterials, stem cells, 3D bioprinting, and organoids are driving progress in creating functional reproductive tissues.

Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News
Scientists at King’s College London have developed a nanoneedle patch that enables painless, non-invasive disease monitoring, potentially replacing traditional biopsies.

CancerNetwork
Findings suggest microRNA-based biomarkers help identify patients at risk of distant failure, guiding personalized radiation therapy and potential neoadjuvant chemotherapy, improving safety and treatment precision.

Medical Xpress
Korean researchers developed FiNi-seq technology, which enables high-resolution analysis of fibrotic microenvironments in aging liver tissue at the single-cell transcriptome level.

The Scientist
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine studied Alzheimer’s disease using a fly model, revealing distinct effects of Aβ peptides and Tau on the central nervous system and peripheral tissues, respectively.

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.

Join us for the next installment of our Back to Basics Mini-Series on July 9, as we dive into the essentials of Serology Testing in tissue banking. This session will explore the common serology tests used in both transplant and non-transplant donor screening and examine critical factors that influence test accuracy, like sample quality, centrifugation, timing, and donor-specific variables. Whether you work in quality, regulatory, or donor screening and eligibility, this session is designed to sharpen your foundational knowledge and support informed decision-making in your daily practice.
Target Audience: This webinar is for tissue banking professionals working in quality or regulatory roles who are involved in donor screening and eligibility.

Navigating conversations with grieving families about donation is never easy, but the right words can make all the difference. On July 23, join us for “Grief-Informed Language for Difficult Discussions,” a webinar that will offer tools to help tissue and organ donation professionals communicate with greater compassion and clarity. Learn how to recognize grief responses, avoid unintentionally harmful phrases, and use language that supports families while honoring their loved one’s gift. A must-attend for anyone working with donor families.
Target Audience: This webinar is for tissue banking and organ donation professionals involved with any potential donor families.

Nationwide: This mission centered position is responsible for evaluating donors' medical and social histories to determine eligibility for transplantation based on current policies and regulations.

Alachua, Florida: Makes recommendations with a focus on maximizing the quality and cost efficiency of services as a subject matter expert.

Nationwide: Springer Nature is recruiting for the position of Editor-in-Chief of Cell and Tissue Banking.