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Relive the 80s and Recharge at the 2023 AATB Annual Meeting!
Join us for "Back to the Future," the ultimate 80s themed social event. Get ready to dance and sing along to the iconic hits of the era performed by The Reflex, the most sought-after 80s tribute band in the area. Enjoy party games, delectable food, and a vibrant atmosphere that will revitalize your energy. Dust off your 80s fashion and prepare to be transported back in time. Register for the 2023 AATB Annual Meeting today and join us. It's a night you won't want to miss!
Deadline Extended for 2023 AATB Achievement Awards ─ Now Accepting Nominations Until July 14!
The deadline for nominations for the 2023 AATB Achievement Awards has been extended! This is your chance to honor exceptional individuals who have made remarkable contributions to the field of tissue banking and transplantation. Please consider nominating a deserving colleague for one of the three prestigious awards.
2024 AATB ANNUAL MEETING
Register for the 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.
Sponsor and Exhibit at the 2023 AATB Annual Meeting
The AATB Annual Meeting brings together the most talented and knowledgeable individuals in the tissue banking field for valuable networking, training, and collaborative opportunities that cannot be found elsewhere. Participate in this event to exhibit your products and services, connect with attendees on a personal level, and share your expertise. Don't miss the chance to sponsor and showcase your offerings at the 2023 AATB Annual Meeting ─ sign up now!
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NEWS FROM THE FIELD
World's Largest Map of Breast Tissue Provides an Unprecedented Understanding of Mammary Biology
News Medical
Researchers created the world's largest and most comprehensive map of normal breast tissue, called The Human Breast Cell Atlas, by profiling more than 714,000 cells from 126 women.
Effects of an Aged Tissue Niche on The Immune Potency of Dendritic Cells Using Simulated Microgravity
npj Aging
Both aging and space travel causes individuals to have increased susceptibility to infections and poor response to vaccination, but applying microgravity to dendritic cells helps to shed light on this phenomena.
Scientists Pinpoint Where Thousands of Individual Proteins Are Made in Intact Tissue and Single Cells
Phys.Org
A technique called RIBOmap allows researchers to pinpoint the exact location of thousands of proteins being produced in an intact tissue or individual cells.
Unravelling the Complexity and Diversity of Memory T Cells
Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity
Tissue-resident memory T cells, while different across organs, possess "strikingly similar" characteristics withing the same organ.
Quick Healing Bone Scaffold Could Be a Game-Changer in Tissue Regeneration
HospiMedica
Researchers developed a multi-leveled scaffold that replicates the properties of native bone on nano, micro, and macro scales, with which they observed near-complete bone healing without the need for growth factors in rat models.
UPCOMING WEBINARS
The Promise of Bone Marrow Banking (Individual) – July 12
Join "The Promise of Bone Marrow Banking" on July 12 to discover how bone marrow from deceased donors can save lives! This webinar is a unique opportunity to dive into the advancements made possible by bone marrow. Discover the potential of this precious resource, learn about innovative therapies, and explore the groundbreaking research shaping the future of medicine. Register now and secure your virtual seat.
Microbiology, a Behind the Scenes Look (Individual) – July 19
Curious about what happens behind the scenes in a tissue bank microbiology laboratory? Join our webinar, "Microbiology: A Behind the Scenes Look," on July 19 and uncover the answers to intriguing questions. Why are lab samples subject to specific criteria? What makes collection devices lab-specific? Why is sample size crucial? Discover the importance of lab sample shipping and why there's a time limit. Register now and secure your virtual seat.
Common Challenges Working with Donation Organizations (Individual) – July 28
Are you a medicolegal professional facing challenges while working with donation organizations? Join us July 28 for an exciting webinar in the FREE Donation & Death Investigation Webinar Series, “Common Challenges Working with Donation Organizations.” Discover effective ways to overcome barriers encountered in the medicolegal field and strengthen partnerships with donation organizations. Gain a deeper understanding of the intricacies involved and explore innovative approaches to facilitate the donation process. Register now and secure your virtual seat. The 2023 Donation & Death Investigation Webinar Series includes seven webinar presentations, all FREE and designed to enhance your understanding of the complex relationship between these two fields. Register now for our upcoming webinar or the entire series.
JOBS
Director of Education | American Association of Tissue Banks
Nationwide, Summary The Director of Education is responsible for developing and executing the AATB Strategic Education Plan and is responsible for the development and delivery of all in-person and web-based educational programming, including the AATB Webinar Series and self-paced educational modules, and educational resources. This position collaborates heavily with institutional, individual, and affiliate members as well as internal staff.
Tissue Recovery Supervisor | Tennessee Donor Services
Nashville, Tennessee, Tennessee Donor Services (TDS) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to join us to save lives!! Our mission at TDS is to save lives through organ and tissue donation, and we want professionals on our team that will embrace this important work!! 
Shift Leader | Live On NY
Long Island City, New York, Overview At LiveOnNY we save lives, provide comfort, and strengthen legacies through organ, eye and tissue donation for the 13 million New Yorkers we serve.