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The American Society for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ASHI) is a not-for-profit association of clinical and research professionals including immunologists, geneticists, molecular biologists, transplant physicians and surgeons, pathologists and technologists. As a professional society involved in histocompatibility, immunogenetics and transplantation, ASHI is dedicated to advancing the science and application of histocompatibility and immunogenetics; providing a forum for the exchange of information; and advocating the highest standards of laboratory testing in the interest of optimal patient care.
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2009 ASHI Standards available online - 2/12/10
The 2009 ASHI Standards are available online at http://www.ashi-hla.org/lab-center/accreditation/forms/standards/.
HLA Nomenclature Changes effective April 1, 2010
With the increasing number of HLA alleles described, the World Health Organization (W.H.O.) Nomenclature Committee for Factors of the HLA System decided to introduce changes in the way the alleles are designated and named. These changes will be effective April 1, 2010.
NMDP- Notice of Upcoming Release of Request for Proposal - 12/4/09
The National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP) anticipates releasing a Request for Proposal
Updated Allele*Frequencies in Worldwide Populations website - 11/12/09
Please visit the Allele*Frequencies in Worldwide Populations http://www.allelefrequencies.net/ and contribute to the growing allele frequencies from around the world.
The Joint Commission - Laboratory Accreditation Program - 11/2/09
The Joint Commission released the 2010 National Patient Safety Goals for the laboratory accreditation program.
Attention Independent Histocompatibility Laboratories - 9/3/09
Effective 8/3/2009 CMS has awarded the contract for the fiscal intermediary of all Independent Histocompatibility Laboratories
ASHI travel stipends available to the 2009 International Summer School
2009 International Summer School -ASHI travel stipends available to support students/scientists
35th Annual Meeting Registration is Open! - 8/4/09
35th Annual Meeting Registration is Now Open!
Public comment period for the NetCord-FACT Cord Blood Standards - 7/23/09
NetCord and The Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT) have published the Fourth Edition of the NetCord-FACT International Standards for Cord Blood Collection, Processing, Testing, Banking, Selection, and Release
HLA Nomenclature Update - 6/16/2009
HLA Nomenclature Update - 6/16/2009
Submit your abstracts now!
Nominations Now Open for Five ASHI Awards
Each year the American Society for Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics (ASHI) sponsors several awards to recognize scientific accomplishments and contributions to the fields of histocompatibility and immunogenetics, and service to the society.
ASHI to Host Three Educational Workshops in 2009
ASHI will host a series of regional educational workshops to further advance the science, education, and application of immunogenetics and transplant immunology.
ASHI Meeting Highlights Breakthroughs in Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Research
ASHI wrapped up its 34th Annual Meeting in Toronto as a success.
ASHI Launches Extended Membership Program
As a professional society, ASHI works to advance the science and application of histocompatibility and immunogenetics by providing members with valuable educational opportunities, publications, professional recognition and a forum for the exchange of information. Now, ASHI is making it more affordable for up-and-coming professionals to experience similar benefits, while continuing to advance the association and the field.