Welcome to the 2009 American Transplant Congress. Join nearly 4,500 transplant colleagues from around the world for five days of exceptional programming in transplantation basic, clinical and translational science in an event that could well be the "meeting-of-the-century."
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Advances in modulating the mechanisms of small RNA (sRNA) offer remarkable promise for therapeutic interventions, especially in transplantation. Learn the possibilities and the current status of this groundbreaking work by attending the State of the Art Address by Nobel laureate in physiology/medicine Phillip A. Sharp, PhD. His address on "RNA in Biology and Disease" will be presented from 10:00 – 10:30 am, Sunday, in the auditorium of the Hynes Convention Center.
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From successful in vivo differentiation of embryonic stem cells into insulin-producing cells in the pancreas to studies that could improve organ allocation, today's Joint Plenary session offers American Transplant Congress attendees a look at five "best of the best" abstracts submitted to ATC 2009. The Joint Plenary will be from 8:30 – 10:00 am in the Auditorium of the Hynes Convention Center.
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A look at the current state of tissue engineering and possible advances that may be achieved in the near future will be presented by three experienced researchers in Sunday's Midday Symposium , "Tissue Engineering."
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Surgical expertise, advances in research and technology, and awareness of the availability have contributed to an increase in the number of multiple organ transplants. While these procedures have enhanced the quality of patients' lives, and in many cases been lifesaving, they also are not without controversy.
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The American Society of Transplant Surgeons (ASTS), a non-profit organization, was founded in 1974 to foster and advance the practice and science of transplantation for the benefits of patients and society. ASTS is the only organization in America principally devoted to issues that affect transplant surgeons, their institutions, and the patients whom they serve. The majority of members are board certified surgeons with additional training in transplantation and a record of publications in peer reviewed journals. At the core of the ASTS mission is a commitment to defining and promoting training and the career-long education of its members.
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At the forefront of the American Society of Transplant Surgeons (ASTS) is its responsibility and commitment to the educational endeavors that help propel transplantation. ASTS has a rich history of providing a plethora of educational programs to the junior, intermediate, and senior surgeon, physician, researcher, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, and other transplant professionals. Offering over two dozen programs and initiatives, the ASTS is an important Society for those dedicated to advancing the practice and science of transplantation.
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The ASTS Faculty Awards will be presented during the Joint Plenary Session from 8:30 – 10:00 am, Sunday, in the Auditorium of the Hynes Convention Center.
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The American Society of Transplant Surgeons would like to thank the following companies for their generous support of the ASTS in 2009:
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It is not uncommon for additional expenses to come under scrutiny in a challenging economic climate. The value of a professional membership may be questioned, but the importance of joining a professional society in an economic downturn is essential. Societies like the American Society of Transplantation (AST) make it easier, in fact, they make it possible—to accomplish much more. Societies publish journals, provide services, hold meetings and conferences that build community, as well as research. They sustain professional development, and provide news and information that connects various specialties within the transplant community to each other and to the public.
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The American Society of Transplantation (AST) sponsors a variety of Achievement Awards in recognition of its members' achievements and contribution to the field of transplantation. The AST also supports a wide range of basic and clinical research topics through its Faculty and Fellowship Grants. In 2009, the AST offered almost $800,000 in Research Grants. This funding was made possible through the generous support provided by Roche Laboratories, Astellas Pharma, Inc., and Wyeth Pharmaceuticals. Their assistance has made it possible for the AST to further promote research in the field of transplantation.
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The AST gratefully acknowledges the following companies for their commitment to support educational activities:
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New to the American Transplant Congress this year is the "Featured Specialty Symposium," a mid-day symposium designed for a specialized audience. This year's specialty symposium covers a key pediatric issue, "New UNOS Donor Allocation Policies for Pediatric Transplantation." Future ATCs will focus on other specialized areas of interest.
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