College of Reproductive Biology

06/18/2026

Emerging leaders in the reproductive laboratory, as well as team leaders at all levels, from the bench to laboratory directors, will benefit from this program so register today: https://www.aab.org/assnfe/ev.asp?ID=512

06/17/2026

Register today: https://www.aab.org/assnfe/ev.asp?ID=512

The 3rd installment in CRB's professional development program for emerging & established ART/IVF lab leaders will feature brand new info & teachings presented by a highly acclaimed faculty, as well as exciting interaction & discussion

06/17/2026

Hey, ‘Tech’ it out! Innovation Validation by Tex VerMilyea, Ph.D., HCLD/CC(ABB), is one of eight new management and leadership presentations scheduled during CRB’s 2026 Laboratory Management and Leadership Development Workshop

Matthew (Tex) VerMilyea, Ph.D., HCLD/CC(ABB), earned his Bachelor of Science degree at Cornell University in Animal Science, Cum Laude with Distinction in Research, and the nickname ‘Tex’. Dr. VerMilyea received his Ph.D. in Epigenetics from the University of Birmingham in the UK and completed a fellowship in Kobe, Japan. Currently the vice president of scientific advancement for US Fertility, Dr. VerMilyea remains active on multiple professional committees and scientific advisory boards.

Register Today: https://www.aab.org/assnfe/ev.asp?ID=512

06/15/2026

Registration Open for CRB’s Laboratory Management and Leadership Development Workshop
Friday-Saturday, July 31-August 1, 2026 • Kansas City, Missouri

Join us for this third installment of CRB's professional management and leadership development program for emerging and established ART/IVF laboratory leaders. Day one features eight new management and leadership sessions presented by a highly acclaimed faculty.

On day two, dive into an interactive, half-day workshop where participants join small groups to tackle real-world leadership scenarios drawn directly from laboratory practice. Each group will be presented with “What would you do?” challenges, ranging from navigating team conflict to addressing ethical dilemmas or operational hurdles. This session allows attendees to practice problem-solving, share perspectives, and hone leadership skills they can apply immediately in their laboratories. Through this collaborative experience, participants not only gain practical leadership insights, but also build a network of peers to lean on as they grow in their leadership journeys.

Register early – seats are filling up fast!

American Association of Bioanalysts

06/11/2026

FREE WEBINAR
Automated Semen Analyzers – Advantages and Limitations – The Debate Continues
June 25, 2026 • 2:00 PM EDT
(1:00 PM CDT, 12:00 PM MDT, 11:00 AM PDT)

Earn 1.5 contact hours of PEER-approved continuing education credit by participating in this free, live webinar. Register today for this valuable program.

This 90-minute webinar organized by the AAB/CRB Education Committee is designed to help laboratory directors, andrologists, embryologists, and urologists understand how to integrate an automated semen analyzer into a laboratory and maintain regulatory compliance.

Register Today:

Presented by Eva Schenkman, M.Sc., Ph.D., HCLD/ELD/TS/CC/ALD(ABB) Mike Magee, Product Specialist, Nexpring Health Eric Carver, President, Medical Electronic Systems Melanie Clemmer, M.S., Ph.D., HCLD/CC(ABB) Moderated by Sharon Anderson, M.S., Ph.D., HCLD/ELD/CC(ABB) This 90 minute webinar organized...

06/04/2026

Presented by
Eva Schenkman, MSc., Ph.D., HCLD/ELD/TS/CC/ALD(ABB)
Mike Magee, Product Specialist, Nexpring Health
Eric Carver, President, Medical Electronic Systems
Melanie Clemmer, M.S., Ph.D., HCLD/CC(ABB)

Moderated by Sharon Anderson, M.S., Ph.D., HCLD/ELD/CC(ABB)

This 90 minute webinar organized by the AAB/CRB Education Committee is designed to help laboratory directors, andrologists, embryologists, and urologists understand how to integrate an automated semen analyzer into a laboratory and maintain regulatory compliance.

Panelists will explain the types of CLIA certificates necessary to perform semen analyses, and they will describe the differences between high complexity, moderate complexity, and CLIA-waived testing. Representatives from industry will explain how automated semen analyzers obtain FDA 510(k) clearance and what tests are FDA cleared. Panelists will cover how to perform daily QC, semi-annual calibration verifications, and peer proficiency testing to optimize accuracy of testing.

05/28/2026

College of Reproductive Biology Annual Symposium
Wednesday-Friday, May 19-21, 2027

College of Reproductive Biology Workshop
Tuesday, May 18, 2027

American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB) MolDx Symposium
Wednesday-Thursday, May 19-20, 2027

JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa • Las Vegas (Summerlin), Nevada

Surveys and post-event correspondence received in connection with the 2026 CRB Symposium and Workshop and AAB MolDx Symposium overwhelmingly support a return to the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa for the 2027 meetings. The Marriott continues to receive high marks from attendees for service, food, sleeping rooms, and meeting space. The Marriott was able to accommodate CRB and AAB for another year on Tuesday, May 18, through Friday, May 21, 2027. We are excited to be returning to this popular venue for 2027.

05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, Monday, May 25th our offices will be closed. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th.

05/19/2026

Let's take another look back at our week in Vegas for the AAB Conference and CRB Symposium!

05/13/2026

Take a look at our photo recap from the 2026 AAB Conference/CRB Symposium! We enjoyed our week in Vegas, and we hope you did as well. Be sure to share your own photos using

Be on the lookout for more photos on our social media as well!

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