Nominations by Petition for AATB Council Officer Positions are OPEN! AATB is seeking nominations for the eight AATB councils in the following leadership positions: Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary.

The AATB biennial election for 2024-2026 Council Officers will open June 3. In order to participate in these elections, you must be an AATB member currently serving on a council. If you are not currently a member of one of AATB’s eight councils and would like to join, or if you would like to change your council affiliation, make sure to do so before May 10 to be eligible to participate in the election.

Taking place at the JW Marriott - Galleria on June 3 & 4, this event unites professionals from blood centers, tissue banks, and organ procurement across the country to foster connections, exchange successes, explore cost-saving opportunities, and engage with leading industry suppliers. A specialized Tissue Track awaits AATB Members, with complimentary registration. Secure your spot today!

Join us September 30 – October 3 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora, CO, for the 2024 AATB Annual Meeting. Registration opens in June.

AATB's call for session proposals is an opportunity for AATB members to contribute their ideas for topics and speakers to the 2024 AATB Annual Meeting. Submit your idea today!

The abstract program for the 2024 Annual Meeting is now open! Join us in Aurora, CO, from September 30 to October 3 to celebrate remarkable research achievements in tissue banking. Submit your abstracts and digital posters by June 3 for consideration to be prominently featured on-site and in our conference app and website. Category winners and spotlights will have the chance to present during the Scientific and Technical Affairs (STAC) track, with complimentary registration provided. Submit your original work now and be part of showcasing tissue banking excellence at its finest!

A 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.

Medical Xpress
Scientists discovered that a type of fat, BMPs, accumulates in aging tissue but decreases with exercise. Research on mice and humans showed BMP levels increase with age and decrease after exercise.

News-Medical.Net
Bacterial cellulose (BC) shows promise as scaffolding for bone repair due to its structure and properties. However, BC's dense network poses challenges for 3D printing. Maleic acid (MA) treatment enhances BC's properties for better 3D printing and bone regeneration.

Journal of Pediatric Surgery
A new study used sheep decellularized tunica vaginalis (DTV) scaffold and bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) for esophageal reconstruction in rabbits. Recellularized grafts showed improved histological structure compared to decellularized grafts alone.

Clemson News
Clemson University and the Medical University of South Carolina unveiled a new technique for preserving meniscus tissue through vitrification. The process involves freezing tissue to maintain viability, promising extended storage and wider transplantation availability.

Drug Discovery News
The University of Texas at Dallas’s Theodore Price pioneered human tissue research to understand pain disorders at their source by establishing human tissue banks to unlock molecular mechanisms unique to humans, offering insights crucial for developing personalized pain treatments.

Embark on a journey of discovery with our upcoming webinar, "Exploring Tissue Transplantation: Insights from an Orthopedic Surgeon," scheduled for April 24. Delve into the intricate world of foot and ankle surgeries as we unveil the transformative impact of utilizing allografts in surgical procedures. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of tissue transplantation and its significance in improving patient outcomes.
Target Audience: This webinar is appropriate for all AATB members seeking to increase their knowledge of tissue transplantation.

Join us on May 1 for "Compassion in Action: Exploring Buddhism’s Perspective on Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation," presented by AATB and AMAT. Delve into Buddhist cultural practices and celebrations surrounding donation, and explore death practices within Buddhist communities. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding and compassion. Register now and be a part of this transformative conversation!
Target Audience: This webinar is for professionals who want to gain insight into how different religions view donation and how that impacts donation.

Uncover the pivotal role of research tissues in shaping the future of therapeutics, drug discovery, and beyond in our May 8 webinar "How Research Tissues are Shaping the Future of Therapeutics, Drug Discovery, and More.” Explore an array of research tissues—from umbilical cord blood to skin, cartilage, liver, and lung—as we delve into the nuances of their usage in medicine and clinical trials. Gain insights into the disparities between research and transplant criteria, delve into the process of isolating primary cells, and discover how researchers harness various cell types to propel advancements in healthcare and pharmaceutical innovation. Join us for an illuminating session that promises to broaden your understanding of the vital role research tissues play in driving scientific progress.
Target Audience: This presentation will provide new and useful information to tissue banking and donation professionals engaged in donor screening, tissue recovery, leadership, R&D, family services, community development, organ services, and more.

San Antonio, Texas: The Engineering manager will lead a Product Development team comprising of project engineers and product managers.

Long Island City, New York: The Tissue Authorization Specialist- Night Shift will effectively screen, triage all incoming organ, and tissue referrals.

Nashville, Tennessee: Tennessee Donor Services (TDS) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to join us to save lives!