We are excited to announce that, following a rigorous review and evaluation by the STAC Grant Subcommittee, two proposals have been selected as this year’s AATB Grant Program recipients.

Don’t miss your chance to connect with tissue banking leaders, act now to secure one of the final exhibit booths. Exhibitors can also maximize visibility with the NEW Featured Exhibitor Sponsorship add-on, which includes highlighted placement on the Exhibit Hall floor plan, exclusive on-site signage, an extra booth badge, and access to the signature social event. Reserve your booth and upgrade today before they’re gone!

Registration is underway for the 2025 AATB Emerging Leaders Program! This immersive two-and-a-half-day program is built for rising professionals across the tissue community. Participants will gain actionable insights, fresh perspectives, and valuable connections to help them lead with confidence in an ever-evolving field.

AATB Council Members are working together to support collaboration and ongoing efforts in the tissue banking industry. Their collective expertise and commitment are helping to advance AATB’s mission. Check out this quarter’s updates and discover ways to get involved in shaping the future of our field!

Nature Immunology
A multimodal analysis of over 1.25 million human immune cells revealed distinct tissue-specific and age-associated effects on immune cell composition and function, highlighting how immune homeostasis varies across organs and the lifespan.

Journal of Translational Medicine
N-glycan profiling of lung tissue revealed distinct glycosylation patterns associated with cancer type and progression, highlighting its potential to improve personalized diagnosis and monitoring of lung cancer.

Tom Hardware
ETH Zurich scientists have developed a 3D-printed cardiac patch that integrates with heart tissue to seal damage and promote healing, offering a safer alternative to bovine patches, though it is still in early testing.

Science Daily
Swedish researchers have developed a 3D-printable, cell-infused hydrogel that can be injected or printed onto wounds to regenerate functional dermis and blood vessels, offering a promising new approach for burn treatment and tissue engineering.

Nature Communications
This study introduces a new image analysis pipeline that accurately captures nematic order and topological defects on complex 3D tissue surfaces, enabling better understanding of morphogenesis in systems such as multicellular aggregates and zebrafish hearts.

Join us October 12-15 at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta in Atlanta, GA, for the 2025 AATB Annual Meeting. Registration is open, secure your spot today!

Now's the perfect time to register and save 40% with code FTA25, a special discount just for first-time attendees. To help you get the most out of your experience, we invite you to join us for the First-Time Attendee Welcome Breakfast on Monday, October 13, at 7:30 am. Connect with fellow first-time attendees and meet members of the AATB Membership Committee in a relaxed, welcoming setting before the full conference kicks off. Don't wait, register today to save and get the most out of your first AATB Annual Meeting!

Join us for Rhythms of the Reef, an unforgettable evening during the AATB Annual Meeting at the Georgia Aquarium! Surrounded by mesmerizing marine life, you'll enjoy music, food, drinks, and great conversation with colleagues and friends. This adults-only event blends the magic of the underwater world with the energy of our tissue community, don't miss the chance to connect and celebrate together. Register now for the Annual Meeting and secure your spot at the party!

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 on September 3 for “From Tissue Banking to Advanced Therapies: Regulatory Pathways and Strategic Transitions in Tissue Engineering,” a webinar exploring how tissue banks can strategically expand into the field of Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs). Learn how your existing strengths, like donor screening, sterility, and tissue access, can support a transition into tissue engineering and GMP-compliant manufacturing. This session offers practical insights into the regulatory landscape and steps to move toward clinical innovation. Perfect for professionals focused on advancement, strategy, and the future of tissue-based therapies.
Target Audience: This webinar is for professionals in tissue banking who are involved in or interested in innovation, regulatory strategy, and clinical advancement.

Join us on September 10 for “Translating Advanced Therapies into Practice: The Case of SoHO Establishments in Europe,” a webinar spotlighting how SoHO (Substances of Human Origin) establishments in Europe are moving innovative therapies from the lab to clinical application. Featuring real-world examples from Banc de Sang i Teixits (BST), this session will explore advancements in both allogeneic and autologous therapies, emerging strategies in development, and early experiences with combined therapeutic approaches. Learn how institutions like BST are bridging the gap between innovation and patient care, and what it means for the future of tissue-based therapies. Ideal for professionals across the tissue banking spectrum, from recovery and processing to quality, compliance, and education.
Target Audience: This webinar is for tissue banking professionals involved in all aspects of the donation, recovery, processing, evaluation, and distribution of human tissue, including technical specialists, quality and compliance personnel, medical directors, and educators.

Long Island City, New York, Overview Ready for a Life-Changing Career? Join LiveOnNY and Make a Lasting Impact   LiveOnNY is a federally designated organ procurement organization (OPO) dedicated to honoring, saving, and transforming lives through organ and tissue donation. As a member of our team, you'll be part of a mission-driven nonprofit organization working alongside more than 100 hospitals to support organ and tissue donors and their families—helping to bring the gift of life to those on the national transplant waitlist.

Alachua, Florida, Location:  Remote  RTI Surgical is now Evergen! This rebranding reflects our strategic evolution as a leading CDMO in regenerative medicine and comes at the end of a significant year for the business, including the successful acquisitions of Cook Biotech in IN. and Collagen Solutions, MN. Our new brand identity emphasizes our unique positioning as the only CDMO offering a comprehensive portfolio of allograft and xenograft biomaterials at scale.

Portland, Oregon, Solvita comes from “sol” meaning sun and “vita” meaning life. As sunlight nurtures new life, we take the donor gift and transform it into new hope, bringing the light of healing to patients around the globe in need of tissue transplants.  Because we believe that everyone deserves more time to live life to its fullest.