This Bulletin seeks to clarify the total ischemic time for cardiac (C) and vascular (V) tissue within Standards for Tissue Banking, 14th Edition defined as “The time interval from asystole to subjecting tissue to disinfection solution."

Join us at the AATB Annual Meeting for an extraordinary keynote session by the renowned thought leader Rohit Bhargava! In a world of constant disruption, Rohit Bhargava brings a fresh perspective on where to focus our attention. The future may seem both daunting and promising with its magical innovations and disruptive technologies. But fear not, as Rohit will guide you through this transformative landscape, providing a clear-eyed overview of the technological shifts shaping our world. Register for the Annual Meeting and join us as we unlock the secrets of anticipation and non-obvious thinking with Rohit Bhargava!

Presented by NMAG, this award honors a candidate in the African American, Asian American/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, or Native American community who exemplifies the highest level of leadership, professionalism, and compassion in the field of organ, eye, and tissue donation and transplantation for communities of color. Help us recognize and celebrate those making a difference.

Join us September 17-20 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, MD, for the 2023 AATB Annual Meeting. Registration opened in June.

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!

National Institute on Aging
Alzheimer’s disease interrupts the way neurons in the brain communicate which leads to reduced cell function and cell death.

Nature Microbiology
One infected cell in an organ may not be parallel to what is happening with an infected cell in other tissue.

Medscape
After a failed deceased donor parathyroid allotransplant in 2021, surgeons successfully repeated the attempt in 2022 and will continue to research the process.

Stanford Medicine
Scientists at Stanford Medicine have mapped healthy tissue in human placental and intestinal tissue as part of the Human Biomolecular Atlas Program (HuBMAP).

Hematology Advisor
According to a study published in Blood, restoration of macrophage from heme scavengers could be a potential therapy for aggravated tissue damage.

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.

Join us August 2 for an enlightening webinar "Birth Tissue Clinical Application - Surgical Perspective." Explore the commercial utilization of placental allograft products and their profound impact on improving patients' lives. Gain insights into the epidemiology of chronic wounds, their effects on quality of life, and the significant burden they place on our healthcare system. Register now and secure your virtual seat.

Uncover the intriguing world of toxicology in our upcoming August 9 webinar. Titled "Toxicology Session: Tolerance and Mortality," this session offers a comprehensive review of antemortem toxicology data. Explore substance levels that surpass conventional lethal thresholds and discover how increased tolerance challenges the evaluation of possible overdose deaths and donor eligibility. Register now and secure your virtual seat.

Scottsdale, Arizona: As the Vice President of Quality, your role would involve overseeing and managing all aspects related to quality assurance and quality control within the tissue banking organization.

Tampa, Florida: Responds to referrals for the purpose of evaluating for potential tissue donation and successfully completes the authorization or donor disclosure process with the next of kin. Performs activities associated with screening for medical suitability, family approach, authorization, or donor designation, and coordinates the tissue donation process following established LifeLink policies and procedures.

Scottsdale, Arizona: We are seeking a highly experienced and knowledgeable professional to join our organization as the Vice President of Regulatory Affairs in Tissue Banking. As the Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, you will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and guidelines governing tissue banking operations.