Join Us in San Francisco for AATB Congress 26 – Submit Your Session Proposals and Abstracts!

Mark your calendars for AATB Congress 26, formerly the AATB Annual Meeting, taking place October 4-7, 2026, in San Francisco, CA. This landmark event will bring together leaders, innovators, and experts from across the tissue and biologics community to connect, collaborate, and help shape the future of our field. 

AATB Congress 26 represents a defining moment for our organization and our community. As we celebrate 50 years of AATB, launch our new brand, and move forward following our transition from a 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership association to a 501(c)(6) trade association, this Congress will reflect both the strength of our legacy and the momentum of what lies ahead. 

We invite you to be part of this pivotal gathering by contributing to the educational program through a session proposal or abstract submission.

Call for Educational Session Proposals

Share your expertise by proposing an engaging 75-minute educational session for AATB Congress 26. We are seeking dynamic, forward-looking sessions aligned with topics relevant to one of AATB’s councils, which serve as the foundation of our educational tracks. 
 
Educational Session Proposal Submission Deadline: April 1, 2026
 
Educational Session Proposal Submission Instructions
Submit Your Proposal Today
 
Call for Abstract Submissions
Showcase your research and professional contributions by submitting an abstract for AATB Congress 26. This is your opportunity to share original work with peers, advance knowledge, and contribute to the evolving landscape of tissue and biologics. 
 
Abstracts are accepted in two categories:

• Scientific Research
• Practice, Quality, and Translational Innovation

Each submission must be based on original work that has not been previously published in any copyrighted journal or abstract book. Abstracts previously presented at smaller or regional meetings are eligible, provided they meet originality requirements.
 
Abstract Submission Deadline: April 1, 2026
 
Instructions for Structured Abstract Submissions
Sample Abstract
Abstract Submission Guideline PPT
Submit Your Abstract Today

Mark your calendars for AATB Congress 26, formerly the AATB Annual Meeting, taking place October 4-7, 2026, in San Francisco, CA. This landmark event will bring together leaders, innovators, and experts from across the tissue and biologics community to connect, collaborate, and help shape the future of our field. 
 
Why Submit? Gain Recognition for Excellence!
Winners and Spotlights:

• One winner and one runner-up (spotlight) will be selected in each category.
• Invitation to present in a dedicated STAC track breakout session at AATB Congress 26.
• Complimentary Congress registration.

All Accepted Abstracts:

• Displayed as digital posters in the Congress app and on the website.
• Displayed as physical posters during the Congress.
• Authors present during a designated poster presentation session to discuss their work with attendees.
• Opportunity to develop their abstract into a full manuscript for publication, with STAC support.
• Opportunity to have their abstract published in Cell and Tissue Banking.

Join us this October in San Francisco as we celebrate AATB’s legacy, unveil a new chapter for the organization, and look ahead to the innovations shaping the future of tissue and biologics. Whether through an educational session proposal or a research abstract, your contributions are essential to the success of AATB Congress 26.