The membership vote to repeal and replace the AATB Bylaws is now open. On the recommendation of the AATB Bylaws and Ethics Committee, the AATB Board of Governors has elected to move forward with a membership vote to repeal the current bylaws and replace them with an updated version. Eligible members in good standing as of October 17 should have received their ballot and voting credentials via email on Monday, October 27. Please cast your vote before the ballot closes on Monday, November 3.

Take your career to the next level! The 2025 Emerging Leaders Program is your chance to build leadership skills, gain practical tools, and connect with peers who are shaping the future of the tissue community. Over two-and-a-half-day dynamic days, you’ll walk away with fresh insights and the confidence to lead with impact. Only a few spots remain, reserve yours before it’s too late!

AATB is now accepting Letters of Intent (LOIs) for its Grant Program, supporting research that advances the field of tissue banking. We invite proposals that focus on non-proprietary aspects of tissue recovery, allograft processing, clinical outcomes, economic analyses, and more. Eligible applicants from academic institutions, medical centers, and the tissue industry are encouraged to apply for grants of up to $100,000. The deadline to submit an LOI is December 31, 2025.

NPJ Biomedical Innovations
Cell-engineered technologies are reshaping wound healing and tissue regeneration by combining genetically modified cells, biomaterials, and advanced delivery systems to enhance therapeutic outcomes and enable more personalized medical approaches.

Inside Precision Medicine
Researchers at MIT have developed a customizable 3D brain tissue model called “miBrain” that integrates all six major brain cell types, enabling precise studies of neurological diseases and personalized drug testing.

The Institute of Cancer Research
Scientists at The Institute of Cancer Research have discovered that drug-resistant soft tissue sarcomas can develop new vulnerabilities to previously ineffective treatments, offering a promising path toward adaptive, personalized cancer therapies.

University of Alberta
Research from the University of Alberta has mapped the genome of muscle tissue affected by cancer cachexia, uncovering distinct molecular subtypes and identifying new RNA-based targets that could lead to more effective treatments for this debilitating condition.

Science Daily
Researchers have used a groundbreaking imaging technique to directly observe alpha-synuclein oligomers in human brain tissue, revealing their potential role in triggering Parkinson’s disease and opening new possibilities for early diagnosis and targeted treatment.

Organizational mergers bring both challenges and opportunities, particularly within the donation and transplantation community. Join us on November 5 for “Déjà-Two: Navigating Change Through OPO and Hospital Mergers,” where we will learn firsthand lessons from leaders who have successfully guided OPOs and hospitals through major transitions, offering practical strategies to manage change and strengthen organizational culture. Tailored for executive leaders, operations managers, quality/regulatory professionals, and hospital administrators, this session is an essential opportunity to gain insights that will prepare your organization for what’s ahead.
Target Audience: This webinar is designed for tissue banking executive leaders, operations managers, quality/regulatory staff, and hospital administrators involved in donation and transplantation.

Are you due for CTBS recertification? Join us November 12, for “2025 CTB Recertification Process Review.” This session will walk you through CEU requirements, recertification dues, and step-by-step guidance on navigating the AATB Portal. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay on top of your certification requirements and ensure a smooth recertification experience.
Target Audience: This webinar is designed for CTBS professionals seeking recertification by December 31, 2025, or later, and who would like information on certification requirements and the steps needed to successfully complete the recertification process.

Donor families give the ultimate gift, and showing gratitude goes far beyond the donation process. Join us November 19, for “Gratitude in Action: Strengthening Donor Family Connections Through Fundraising and Public Relations.” This session will highlight meaningful ways tissue recovery organizations can give back to their donor families through thoughtful fundraising initiatives and authentic public relations strategies. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore practical ideas to express thanks and amplify donor family voices in impactful and meaningful ways.
Target Audience: This webinar is for tissue recovery professionals, donor family services staff, communications and public relations teams, and organizational leaders seeking to strengthen donor family engagement, enhance community outreach, and develop impactful recognition initiatives.

Honolulu, Hawaii: The Surgical Procurement and Organ Perfusion Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, staffing and coordinating the procurement of tissues and perfusion of organs in accordance with established standards, policies, procedures, legal, contractual, corporate and regulatory requirements.  The Surgical Procurement and Organ Perfusion Coordinator provides on-site clinical supervision, guidance, training, and ensures an optimal quality of work provided by the tissue procurement and organ perfusion staff both full-time and per diem.

Nashville, Tennessee: This position will require staff to approach patients for participation in research protocols, obtain consent and biofluids for CHTN Donating Tissue for research and Investigator driven protocols (VUMC internal investigators). The position will require staff to work closely with the VUMC perioperative nurses to access the patient for consent and biofluids collections. The consent staff will be required to keep detailed records of the approach to consent, questions that the patient or family have regarding the studies. Consent staff will be responsible for mailing the consent forms and letters to the patients after consent has been obtained and recording the data in CHTN Donor systems. Consent staff will be required maintain accurate records and report consent numbers, quarterly to the VICC.

Saint Louis, Missouri: Are you looking for a career as a Medical Laboratory Scientist?  Look no further than BJC!As a Medical Laboratory Scientist  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.
• Day Shift: M-F 7am-330pm  
• Rotating every 3rd weekend and 2-3 assigned holidays/year
• Bachelor's Degree in physical/life science/related
• Licensed and Certified in either ASCP, AMT,AAB or equiv or elig
• $10,000 Sign-On-Bonus Eligible