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AATB NEWS
Are You Interested in Running for an AATB Board of Governors Position?
Nominations by petition for AATB Board of Governors positions are OPEN! AATB is seeking nominations for the AATB Board of Governors in the following leadership positions: Chairperson-Elect, Secretary-Treasurer, and At-Large Governors (2).
FDA CBER OTP Hosts Meeting on Capturing Post Approval Data for Cell/Gene Therapy Products
On April 27, 2023, FDA will host a public meeting to seek input on methods, approaches, and other aspects related to efficacy and safety data collection in the post-approval setting for cell and gene therapies.
FDA Issues Public Safety Notification on Amniotic Fluid Eyedrops
The Safety Notification informs that manufacturers are marketing and distributing amniotic fluid eyedrops to treat, mitigate, or cure diseases or conditions without the required premarket review and approval, raising potential safety concerns.
2024 AATB ANNUAL MEETING
Save the Date: 2023 AATB Annual Meeting
Join us September 17-20 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, MD, for the 2023 AATB Annual Meeting. Registration opens in June.
You Are Invited to Exhibit and Sponsor at the 2023 AATB Annual MeetingA range of exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities for the upcoming in-person AATB Annual Meeting will soon be available. If you are interested in being notified once registration is available for your establishment, please email blyj@aatb.org with your name and email. 2023 AATB Annual Meeting Call for Educational Session Proposals
AATB's call for session proposals is an opportunity for AATB members to contribute their ideas for topics and speakers to the 2023 AATB Annual Meeting. The deadline for proposals is Friday, May 5, 2023. Submit your idea today!
2023 Abstract Program – Call for Abstracts!
The 2023 AATB Annual Meeting in National Harbor, MD, will provide an opportunity for members to showcase their work in support of tissue banking across all disciplines. AATB is seeking submissions in both the scientific and administrative categories. The deadline for submissions is Friday, May 26, 2023. Submit your abstract today!
NEWS FROM THE FIELD
Science Philosophy in a Flash - A Surprising Way to Repair Scar Tissue
The Scientist
Scientists from Imperial College London were able to make skin scar tissue healthy again by transplanting hair follicles into the scars. AI is Helping in Faster Detection of Cancer Cells, Says Study
Interesting Engineering
By grinding tissue to break it down to a single-cell level, researchers in Germany were able to analyze cells for potential cancer and then use AI to evaluate the results. Rapid Single-Cell Physical Phenotyping of Mechanically Dissociated Tissue Biopsies
Nature Biomedical Engineering
Researchers have discovered a way to analyze tissue biopsy samples in only 30 minutes. 5 Advances in Tissue Engineering You Need to Know About
RTÉ
From scaffolding to microfluidics, researchers are using tissue to engineer enhanced health care for the future. An AI Created Robots Out of Living Tissue. Then They Started to Reproduce.... Meet the Xenobots
BBC Science Focus
Researchers from the University of Vermont applied an AI program to “evolve” bunches of frog cells to complete tasks, delete the cells that do not perform well, and then copy the remaining cells.
UPCOMING WEBINARS
FDA Guidance and Regulatory Updates (Individual)
On May 3, AATB is joined by Safa Karandish, a Consumer Safety Officer with FDA’s Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, Office of Tissues and Advanced Therapies in the Division of Human Tissues, to discuss updates and changes to regulations and guidance surrounding donated HCT/Ps.
Appendix #2: Donor Screening Rationale Review (Individual)
Do you have a deep understanding of the rationale and intent of the questions within the Donor Risk Assessment Interview? Join Dr. Irma Sison and Joshua Brennan on May 10 for another installment of the DRAI Deep-Dive series.
The Transition from New Product Development to Process Validation: Key Components for an Optimal Validation Outcome (Individual)
Join AATB and Grace Bolton, CEO and Founder of QVEX Consulting, LLC, on May 17 for an overview of the key factors to consider when developing a robust process validation, ensuring that a process that is being implemented can produce allografts that are processed consistently while meeting predetermined specifications.
JOBS
Director, Donor Services Center | Legacy Donor Services Foundation
Miami, Florida: Oversight of day-to-day operations of the Donor Services Center (DSC). Coordinate with the department managers and supervisor(s) to ensure 24/7/365 operation of the DSC to facilitate ventilated and non-ventilated referrals from Hospital and Medical Examiner Partners.
National Recovery Trainer | Community Blood Center / Community Tissue Services
Portland, Oregon: National Recovery Trainer, Execute formal and structured technical and non-technical training for tissue recovery staff at recovery branches as well as recovery partners. Perform functions necessary to assure CBC/CTS compliance with all regulatory, statutory, accreditation, local regulations, and ISO standards.
Work From Home - Donor Center Coordinator | Miracles In Sight
Winston-Salem, North Carolina: Miracles In Sight seeks energetic, compassionate individuals for remote Donor Center Coordinator positions in our 24 / 7 Donor Call Center. Donor Coordinators work closely with grieving families to facilitate eye tissue donation for corneal transplant and research in the United States and around the world.
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