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The 2025 Annual Meeting offers an exceptional opportunity to showcase and celebrate remarkable research achievements within the tissue banking community. All submitted and accepted abstracts, along with their corresponding digital and physical posters, will be displayed during the meeting, which will take place October 12-15, 2025, in Atlanta, GA.
Abstract submissions are accepted in two categories: scientific and administrative. Each abstract must be based on original work that has not been previously published or presented in any copyrighted journal or abstract book. However, abstracts previously submitted to smaller or regional meetings are eligible, provided they meet originality requirements.
To recognize excellence, one winner and one runner-up (spotlight) will be selected in both the scientific and administrative categories. These honorees will be invited to present their work during a dedicated breakout session within the prestigious Scientific and Technical Affairs (STAC) track at the conference. In addition, they will receive complimentary registration to the 2025 AATB Annual Meeting.
By submitting an abstract, you or a designated speaker/author confirm your willingness and availability to present the proposed topic at the AATB Annual Meeting and/or provide both a physical and digital poster for publication by AATB.
All submissions are due Friday, May 9, 2025.
KEY DATES
FEBRUARY: Abstract Submissions Open
MAY 9: Abstract Submissions Close
MAY 23: Notification of Abstract Acceptance, Winners, and Spotlights
SEPTEMBER 2: Digital Posters Due - For all Accepted Abstracts, Category Winners, and Spotlight Winners
SEPTEMBER 30: Presentation Details, Slides, and Presenter Bio Due - For Category Winners and Spotlight Winners
OCTOBER 10: Physical Posters Due - For all Accepted Abstracts, Category Winners, and Spotlight Winners (must be shipped directly to the hotel)
ABSTRACT CATEGORIES
Scientific Abstracts
Scientific abstracts should relate to research, both clinical and non-clinical, performed on allograft tissue for the purposes of establishing and evaluating tissue characterization, safety, efficacy, etc.
Examples of scientific topics include the following:
- Clinical usage and application methods (human and animal evaluation)
- Microbiology (screening, testing and validation)
- Tissue processing methods and optimizations
- Tissue handling (distribution, recovery, storage, stability)
- Disinfection/sterilization methods
- In-vitro model validations
- CMC assay development and qualification/validation
- Allogeneic cell evaluation/regenerative medicine
- Other applicable topics
Types of tissue that can be assessed:
- Musculoskeletal (bone, tendons)
- Cardiac tissue
- Vascular tissue
- Skin
- Birth tissue
Administrative Abstracts
Administrative or non-scientific abstracts may include surveys, literature reviews, or testimonials on specific topics and may include data, but it is not required unless needed to support the conclusions.
Although not an inclusive list, administrative topics related to tissue banking may include:
- Donor eligibility requirements
- Technician safety practices
- Recovery methods
- Service to donor families
- Funeral home practices
- Hospital practices
- Compliance/regulation
- Other (must describe)
ABSTRACT REQUIREMENTS
- Author Name: There is no limit to the number of abstracts an author may submit.
- Character Limit: Limit of 3,200 characters in the text of the abstract. This includes title, abstract body, and spaces but does not include author names, affiliations, tables, graphs, or images.
- Tables and Graphics: Each abstract may include up to 3 tables and/or graphics if needed for supplementation.
- Clarity of Expression: Ensure overall quality of language to assure comprehension by the reader.
- Organization: Abstract should also be organized into separate sections (note the elements below) as separate paragraphs.
- Abstract Elements:
- TITLE – Must properly describe the work being submitted. Do not use all capital letters to spell out the title.
- BACKGROUND – Description of the importance and significance of the work being evaluated and the potential impact it may have (i.e., clinically, to the tissue banking industry, etc.).
- HYPOTHESIS – Clearly describe the purpose of the work and what the initial hypotheses were prior to execution of testing/evaluation.
- METHODS – Description of all testing/evaluation completed to test the initial hypothesis. This can include specifics about experimental/evaluation procedures and protocols as well as a summary of statistical tools utilized.
- RESULTS – This section will summarize all data analysis. Tables, graphs, and images can be used to display the final data.
- CONCLUSIONS – Upon completion of data analysis, this section will highlight any final conclusions, significance of findings, and address the initial hypothesis.
- Ethical Considerations: The work presented in the abstract must conform to guidelines for ethical experimentation procedures with animals and/or patients as applicable and follow good scientific practices.
POSTER REQUIREMENTS
Digital Poster GUIDELINES
Digital posters will be showcased in the event app and on the website during the 2025 Annual Meeting, with continued visibility online afterward. To ensure consistency and quality, all digital posters must meet the following requirements:
- Dimensions: This should be the digital version of the physical poster.
- Format: PDF
SEPTEMBER 2: Digital Posters Due – For all Accepted Abstracts, Category Winners, and Spotlight Winners
Physical Poster GUIDELINES
Physical posters will be displayed in the abstract area at the 2025 Annual Meeting, offering a unique opportunity to showcase your work in person. Submitters are responsible for printing and shipping their posters to the meeting. Posters must fit within the designated poster boards and be secured with push pins.
- Poster Board Size: 4’ High x 8’ Wide (ensure your poster fits within these dimensions)
- Mounting: Must be compatible with push pins
OCTOBER 10: Physical Posters Due – For all Accepted Abstracts, Category Winners, and Spotlight Winners (must be shipped directly to the hotel)
Shipping Information:
Physical posters for accepted abstracts must arrive by October 10 and be shipped directly to the hotel:
Hyatt Regency Atlanta - FedEx
Attn: GUEST NAME AND ARRIVAL DATE
AATB ANNUAL MEETING
265 Peachtree St NE
Atlanta, GA 30303
FedEx at the hotel can assist with printing posters. For more information, visit the FedEx website.
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION AND ACCEPTANCE
Abstract submissions will open in early February 2025 through the AATB submission site. All abstracts must be submitted by 5 pm ET, May 9, 2025.
AATB will notify submitting authors by no later than Friday, May 23, 2025 regarding the acceptance of their submission for display and whether they have been selected as a category winner or spotlight for the 2025 AATB Annual Meeting.