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The goal is to assist authors with language editing, formatting, and figure preparation prior to submission. The editorial board is therefore seeking volunteers to help author/edit/prepare articles for submission. JBT is the official journal of ABRF and - [FASEB Response to Recent Executive Orders](https://abrf.org/faseb-response-to-recent-executive-orders/) - Dear FASEB Member Society Volunteer Leaders and Staff, Given the rapidly changing landscape in Washington, DC, I am writing to share important updates and provide information regarding what you can expect from FASEB staff and volunteer leaders in this new environment. It is important to remember that Presidential transitions can be disruptive and in-coming - [ABRF mourns the passing of Spencer Shorte](https://abrf.org/abrf-mourns-the-passing-of-spencer-shorte/) - January 11, 2025 Dear All, It is with great sadness that I inform you that our colleague and friend, Spencer Shorte, has passed away. Spencer was everyone great ambassador for Core Facilities, both in Europe and the United States. To many of us, Spencer was a leader and a pillar of our community, and - [The ABRF NGS Study: a multi-platform Assessment of Transcriptome Profiling by RNA-Seq](https://abrf.org/the-abrf-ngs-study-a-multi-platform-assessment-of-transcriptome-profiling-by-rna-seq/) - September 2021 - ABRF NGS Study featured in Nature Biotechnology See related story in GenomeWeb. This online ABRF seminar, produced in collaboration with GenomeWeb, details the results of the first phase of an ongoing study being conducted by ABRF Research Groups that aims to evaluate the performance of six next-generation sequencing platforms: Illumina HiSeq 2000/2500, - [ABRF's Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, and Social Justice](https://abrf.org/abrfs-commitment-to-inclusion-diversity-and-social-justice/) - The Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement’s mission is to “eradicate white supremacy and build local power to intervene in violence inflicted on Black communities by the state and vigilantes.” (see https://blacklivesmatter.com/about/). It should no longer be possible to ignore the message in their mission. The killing of George Floyd is horrific, but it is not new. ## Pages - [Home](https://abrf.org/) - ABRF promotes education and career advancement for Core facilities professionals The Association of Biomolecular Resource Facilities (ABRF) is a unique membership association with more than 4,000 members, working within or in the support of resource and research biotechnology laboratories. Our members represent more than 400 laboratories and administrative offices in government, academia, research, industry and - [ABRF Sponsors - June 2026](https://abrf.org/map-abrf-sponsors/) - ABRF Sponsors as of June 19th, 2026. 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Many institutions have established, or are - [ABRF Chapters' Resources](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/abrf-chapters-resources/) - ABRF Chapters' Resources A Resource Page for ABRF Chapter Leaders Documentation Cvent Refresher Training (2026) Video Recording Transcript ABRF Chapters' Model Affiliation Agreement (2023) ABRF Chapter Event Set Up Process and Expectations (2024) ABRF Chapter Venue Sourcing Questions & Tips.pdf Chapter Annual Report Template Chapter Meeting Cvent Set Up Form Expense Reimbursement Template (2026) Inclusive - [2026 Annual Meeting Resources](https://abrf.org/2026presentations/) - 2026 Annual Meeting Resources 2026 Annual Meeting Session Recordings and Speaker Resources Saturday, March 28, 2026 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Welcome & Keynote, Recording Sunday, March 29, 2026 9:00 am - 10:15 am Concurrent Plenary Sessions Facilitating Science: Neuroscience of Helping Diverse Scientists Use Their Strengths and Passions Recording, Presentation The Technician Commitment: Transforming - [ABRF Award for Transformative Contributions to Shared Research Resources](https://abrf.org/awards/the-abrf-award-for-transformative-contributions-to-shared-research-resources/) - ABRF Award for Transformative Contributions to Shared Research Resources ABRF Award for Transformative Contributions to Shared Research Resources This award honors visionary and innovative scientists and administrators who have created transformative contributions that add to their field of science and dramatically impacts Shared Research Resources. 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Current Membership Christine Brantner (Chair, EB Liaison) - - [Core Rigor and Reproducibility (CCoRRe)](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/board-committees/core-rigor-and-reproducibility-ccorre/) - Committee on Core Rigor and Reproducibility (CCoRRe) The mission of CCoRRe is to enable rigor, reproducibility, and transparency in scientific research that uses advanced technology and development of sustainable best practices via use of Shared Research Resources (SRR's), also commonly referred to as Core Facilities. SRR's support a significant portion of the work conducted at - [2026 Annual Meeting Photos](https://abrf.org/2026-annual-meeting-photos/) - [Career Development](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/board-committees/career-development/) - Career Development The mission of the Career Development Committee is to facilitate career advancement for the ABRF membership, whether one is looking for a new job, or striving to advance in a current role. This mission is based on the understanding that research core professionals are unique and operate at the interface of the administrative, - [Research Groups](https://abrf.org/research-groups/) - Technologies in Core Facilities Join an RG! Often referred to as the heart and soul of the ABRF, Research Groups (RGs) are organized by ABRF members to advance specific biotechnologies and analytical techniques for the benefit of core and research laboratories. This is done primarily by developing research studies whereby participating laboratories can gauge their - [Sponsors](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/sponsors/) - Sponsors ABRF Sponsors ABRF thanks our Signature Sponsor, QIAGEN, for the year-round support. ABRF greatly values the support of its Corporate Partners. These sponsorships help ABRF to fulfill its mission but do not in and of themselves constitute any endorsement, bias or favoritism towards a given commercial partner within a technology field. The ABRF - [ABRF App](https://abrf.org/abrf-app/) - Stay up to date with all things ABRF with the new year-round app! Access the latest news, updates, and conversations across ABRF. With access to the ABRF App, you can also manage and update your member profile to personalize your ABRF experience. (Add Screen shots of App features - landing page; menu; event home screen) - [Who We Are](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/) - Who We Are Catalyzing Excellence in Shared Research Resources to Advance Collaborative Science Worldwide ABRF is a unique membership association comprising over 3,000 members working within or in the support of resource and research biotechnology laboratories. Our members represent more than 400 laboratories and administrative offices in government, academia, research, industry and commercial settings. ABRF - [Past and Future Annual Meetings](https://abrf.org/events/past-and-future-annual-meetings/) - Future Meetings 2027 Sunday, April 4 - Wednesday, April 7, 2027 - Save the Date Call for Proposals NOW OPEN Sheraton Dallas Hotel, Dallas, TX Past Meetings ABRF 2026, Pittsburgh, PA ABRF 2025, Las Vegas, NV ABRF 2024, Minneapolis, MN ABRF 2023, Boston MA ABRF 2022, Palm Springs, California ABRF 2021, Virtual Annual Meeting (Click - [Outstanding Scientist Scholarship](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/board-committees/outstanding-scientist-scholarship/) - Outstanding Scientist Scholarship Outstanding Scientist Scholarships Committee Recipients of merit are selected each year to receive scholarships to partially defray the costs of attending the ABRF annual conference. The funds are awarded to scientists, technologists and administrators working in shared resource laboratories who have made significant contributions to their institutional shared resource facility or to - [Membership Committee](https://abrf.org/membership/membershipcommittee/) - Membership Committee Membership Committee The Membership Committee provides metrics on the membership, develops and implements programs for member recruitment and retention, and provides membership outreach and support in conjunction with the ABRF Executive Board, the Executive Director and the ABRF Membership Staff. Activities ABRF Quarterly Membership Orientation - Your Questions Answered Join the Membership Committee for - [ABRF Members: How To Log Into the ABRF App](https://abrf.org/abrf-members-how-to-log-into-the-abrf-app/) - [Flow Cytometry](https://abrf.org/research-groups/flow-cytometry/) - Flow Cytometry (FCRG) Mission The Flow Cytometry Research Group was formed in 2012 by Peter Lopez (NYU) and Scott Tighe (UVM) with the goal of providing information related to the art of flow cytometry, including its cross-technology applications to genomics, proteomics, and other core-related areas. Questions or interest in joining an ABRF research group? Contact - [Board & Committees](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/board-committees/) - Board & Committees ABRF Committees ABRF Committees develop and manage resources and programs to benefit ABRF members. Committees provide valuable leadership opportunities for all ABRF members. Members are invited to join any of the current ABRF Committees: Chapter and Affiliates Board (CAB) ABRF Award Career Development Core Rigor and Reproducibility (CRR) Communications (Comm) Core Administrators - [Website Feedback](https://abrf.org/website-feedback-2/) - Something not quite right? Share your feedback to correct or update the ABRF Web site Through filling out this form you will be able to request a correction for any statement and/or information that is on the page which either is incorrect, incomplete or inaccurate. Be sure that the request will be taken into immediate - [Spencer Shorte Legacy Award](https://abrf.org/awards/abrf-spencer-shorte-legacy-award/) - Spencer Shorte Legacy Award: Honoring a Legacy of Character 2026: Kevin Eliceiri Expand Kevin Eliceiri to Receive the Inaugural Spencer Shorte Legacy Award at the 2026 ABRF Annual Meeting Read More The Association of Biomolecular Research Facilities (ABRF) and the Core Technologies for Life Sciences (CTLS) are pleased to announce the new Spencer Shorte Legacy - [Business Skills for Shared Research Resources](https://abrf.org/resources/business-skills-for-shared-research-resources/) - The ABRF Business Skills for Shared Research Resources (Cores) program is a hands-on experience to address the management aspects of operating a Core facility. The seemingly straightforward fee-for-service model used in most cores is a sophisticated integration of science and business. This includes how to: recognize the value of your customer evaluate the performance of - [ABRF 2027: Save The Date](https://abrf.org/abrf-2027-save-the-date/) - Save the Date The Association of Biomolecular Resource Facilities (ABRF) is excited to announce the 2027 ABRF Annual Meeting, taking place April 4-7 in Dallas, TX. The Annual Meeting Committee is hard at work developing a dynamic program that will bring together core facility professionals and scientific leaders to share innovations, foster collaboration, and advance - [Events](https://abrf.org/events/) - Events For a list of all upcoming ABRF events, please scroll to the bottom of this page. ABRF Virtual Town Hall Meetings ABRF members convene on a monthly basis to discuss issues and updates, including the latest developments from the ABRF Research Groups. If you have suggestions for future ABRF Town Hall topics, please send - [Finance and Audit](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/board-committees/finance-and-audit/) - Finance & Audit Committee The purpose of the Finance & Audit Committee is to advise the ABRF Treasurer and Executive Board on the association's overall financial condition. The Committee recommends the appointment of ABRF's independent auditors and meets with them annually to discuss ABRF's financial operations. The Committee also oversees the development of the annual - [Corporate Relations](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/board-committees/corporate-relations/) - Corporate Relations The mission of the Corporate Relations Committee is to serve as liaisons between the association and our corporate partners by promoting participation at the annual meeting and support of the association's Research Groups. The committee will also conduct special tasks selected by the Executive Board related to corporate relations. Furthermore, the committee will - [ABRF Annual Reports](https://abrf.org/resources/abrf-annual-reports/) - ABRF Annual Reports 2025 Annual Report 2024 Annual Report 2023 Annual Report 2022 Annual Report 2021 Annual Report 2020 Annual Report - [Light Microscopy](https://abrf.org/research-groups/light-microscopy/) - Light Microscopy Light Microscopy (LMRG) Mission Our goal is to promote scientific exchange between researchers, specifically those in core facilities in order to increase our general knowledge and experience. We seek to provide a forum for multi-site experiments exploring "standards" for the field of light microscopy. Questions or interest in joining an ABRF research group? - [Genomics Bioinformatics](https://abrf.org/research-groups/genomics/genomics-bioinformatics/) - Genomics Bioinformatics (GBIRG) Mission The Genomics Bioinformatics Research Group (GBIRG) aims to: Investigate questions of interest to all genomics focused bioinformatics and bio-IT cores, by creating surveys of bioinformatics and bio-IT core management and funding models, conducting studies of computational biology analysis tools and data management methods issues, and identifying best practices. Explore collaborative bioinformatics - [Proteomics Metabolomics Mass Spectrometry](https://abrf.org/research-groups/proteomics-metabolomics-mass-spectrometry/) - Current RG Studies Current Membership Jenn Page (Chair) - University of California, San Francisco Channabasavaiah Gurumurthy (Co-Chair) - University of Nebraska Medical Center Pawel Bialk - Gene Editing InstituteKym Delventhal (EB liaison) - HHMI JaneliaJenn Page - University of California - San FranciscoShondra Pruett-Miller - St. Jude Children's Research HospitalStudiesCurrent Study: Dear ABRF community, Genome Editing Research Group (GERG) is pleased to invite - [Workshops & Webinars](https://abrf.org/events/workshops-webinars/) - Workshops & Webinars ABRF Call for Year-Round Education Programs Share your expertise with your core colleagues by offering an Education Program (panel, presentation, workshop) for the upcoming schedule of online events. The ABRF Education Committee is now accepting proposals for online Education Programs. Online sessions are typically scheduled in 1-hour or 2-hour (Zoom) blocks, with multiple - [Committee](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/board-committees/committee/) - Communications About the Communications Committee The ABRF Communications Committee coordinates and disseminates timely information on ABRF activities to ABRF members and the scientific community at large through a variety of platforms and communications channels, including print, digital and social media. The Communications Committee works closely with other ABRF components as sources of relevant content, including - [Core Rigor and Reproducibility (CCoRRe) Resources](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/board-committees/core-rigor-and-reproducibility-ccorre-resources/) - Committee on Core Rigor and Reproducibility (CCoRRe) CCoRRe serves as a central access point for information related to best practices, important publications, and resources related to rigor, reproducibility, and transparency (RRT) in research. Committee activities are motivated by the conviction that shared research resources are critical to support and enhance RRT. To request the addition - [Spatial Transcriptomics and Proteomics Research Group](https://abrf.org/research-groups/strg/) - Spatial Transcriptomics Research Group Spatial Transcriptomics and Proteomics Research Group (STRG) Mission Our mission is to: Facilitate discussions and encourage collaborations between laboratories that conduct spatial biology research Perform scientific studies exploring the methodology and quality of both established and novel spatial technologies Share results and information nationally to advance spatial biology research Planned Activities: Monthly Meetings ABRF National - [ABRF Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Award](https://abrf.org/awards/abrf-diversity-equity-inclusion-and-belonging-deib-award/) - ABRF Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Award Purpose of the Award Established in 2020 in support of ABRF's commitment to inclusion, diversity, and social justice, the ABRF Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Award was created to honor, celebrate, and give due recognition to individuals, groups, or organizations whose work has contributed to a diverse, inclusive, and - [Genome Editing](https://abrf.org/research-groups/genomics/genome-editing/) - Genome Editing (GERG) Mission The mission of the Genome Editing Research Group is to collect and disseminate the fast-evolving knowledge in designer nuclease technologies, to undertake pilot research projects and to provide/publish the streamlined processes that could be used as guidelines by the interested Core Facilities to initiate Genome Editing technologies as services in their - [Annual Meeting Committee](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/annual-meeting-committee/) - Annual Meeting Committee About the Annual Meeting Committee The ABRF Annual Meeting Committee is responsible for developing and organizing the scientific and educational program for the Annual ABRF Meeting. Drawing on the expertise of core facility professionals, academic scientists, and industry partners, the Committee curates an international program that highlights cutting-edge scientific advances and their - [2025 Annual Meeting Resources](https://abrf.org/2025-annual-meeting-resources/) - 2025 Annual Meeting Resources 2025 Annual Meeting Session Recordings and Speaker Resources , Sunday, March 23, 2025 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Welcome & Keynote recording Monday, March 24, 2025 9:00 am - 10:15 am Concurrent Plenary Sessions Spatial Genomics: Sequencing in Tissue Contexts recording The "Central"ization Question: which - [ABRF Robert A. Welch Outstanding Research Group/Committee Member of the Year Award](https://abrf.org/awards/abrf-robert-a-welch-outstanding-research-group-committee-member-of-the-year-award/) - ABRF Robert A. Welch Outstanding Research Group/Committee Member of the Year Award The Robert A. Welch Outstanding Research Group/Committee Member of The Year recognizes the significant contributions of members of the ABRF Research Groups and Committees. It is awarded annually at the ABRF meeting. Nominations for the Award can be submitted by any ABRF member - [ABRF Outstanding Scientist Scholarships](https://abrf.org/awards/scholarships/) - ABRF Outstanding Scientist Scholarships Purpose of the Award Outstanding Scientist Scholarships are available to ABRF members who have made significant contributions to their institutional shared resource facility or to the ABRF. The scholarship is to be used to offset the cost of attending the ABRF Annual Meeting and all ABRF members are eligible. Students, postdoctoral - [ABRF Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Council](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/abrf-diversity-equity-inclusion-and-belonging-deib-council/) - Purpose The ABRF Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Council supports a culture where all individuals feel valued, included, and empowered to thrive. Building on ABRF's commitment to inclusion and social justice, the Council works to ensure that diversity, equity, and belonging are woven into every aspect of the organization. The Council provides strategic guidance - [Resources](https://abrf.org/resources/) - Resources ABRF Core Community Collaborate with peers to share strategic advice, solve challenges and develop new approaches. Contribute to dozens of topical discussions among your ABRF peers ranging from Core Administration and Proteomics and Animal Research and Bioinformatics. The ABRF Core Community is an exclusive home for ABRF members to learn from one another. Leverage - [Join Now](https://abrf.org/membership/join-now/) - Join Now Institutional and Group Memberships: Institutional Membership Pricing Varies Offer the benefits of ABRF membership to all of your Core personnel. A current member can log in and select this new option, with other contacts included under an Institutional Membership.Up to 15 Core Facilities - $3,50016-25 Core Facilities - $5,00026-50 Core Facilities - $6,00051-75 - [Membership](https://abrf.org/membership/) - Membership Join Now Join the Association for Biomolecular Resource Facilities See How Members Feel About the ABRF Network: "We work in a university core laboratory. ABRF is uniquely focused on our type of organization." "ABRF provides a wealth of information for directors and technicians in core facilities." "We do not get trained to be core - [Fiscal Sustainability](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/fiscal-sustainability/) - Fiscal Sustainability Committee About the Fiscal Sustainability Committee MISSION and Purpose The ABRF Fiscal Sustainability Committee is composed of at least four active members. The Committee's purpose is to provide consistent attention to the strength of the mission and case for support, the resources required to carry out the mission, plans for cultivating and soliciting - [ABRF Code of Conduct for Virtual Events](https://abrf.org/abrf-code-of-conduct-virtual-events/) - ABRF Code of Conduct for Virtual Events ABRF is committed to providing a safe, productive, and welcoming environment for all meeting participants. All participants, including, attendees, speakers, volunteers, exhibitors, service providers, and all others are expected to abide by this Virtual Programs Code of Conduct. This Policy applies to all ABRF meetings and events, including - [Digital Marketing Opportunities](https://abrf.org/digital-marketing/) - Digital Marketing Opportunities ABRF Website Advertising Options Reach over 17,000 online visitors each month at ABRF.org Maximize your impact with ABRF's powerful marketing tools. Capture leads from our 20,000 monthly visitors with prominent banner ads and extend your reach through the ABRF Knowledge Center and Solutions Center, where you can generate new business by posting - [Contact](https://abrf.org/contact/) - Contact Contact Us Form ABRF partners with AMR to provide valuable management services and infrastructure support for ABRF activities. ABRF staff are available to answer questions about ABRF membership and ABRF activities and can refer questions about specific technology issues to the appropriate ABRF Committee or Research Group. Please complete this short form below to - [Education](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/board-committees/education/) - Education Committee Call for Education Programs - submit your proposal today Share your expertise with your core colleagues by offering an Education Program (panel, presentation, workshop) for the upcoming schedule of online events. The ABRF Education Committee is now accepting proposals for online Education Programs. Online sessions are typically scheduled in 1-hour or 2-hour (Zoom) - [ABRF2025 AI Summaries](https://abrf.org/2025aisummary/) - AI Summaries and Content from Select Sessions ABRF2025 AI Summaries The 2025 ABRF Annual Meeting included dozens of valuable sessions and presentations across a range of technology and leadership topics for shared research resources. ABRF would like to share the content and summaries from a selection of the many valuable programs presented at this year's - [ABRF Media Kit](https://abrf.org/digital-marketing-copy/) - ABRF Marketing and Partnership Opportunities Media Kit ABRF is the professional home for Shared Research Resource personnel, including directors, staff scientists, administrators, and technologists, who catalyze foundational research across a wide range of biomolecular disciplines. Partner with ABRF to showcase your technology leadership, services, and instrumentation that enhance the work of Shared Research Resources. ABRF's - [DNA Sequencing](https://abrf.org/research-groups/genomics/dna-sequencing/) - DNA Sequencing Research Group (DSRG) Mission Our mission is to: Promote and encourage communication and cooperation among member laboratories that carry out DNA sequencing. Conduct studies to assess the capabilities of DNA sequencing laboratories and disseminate the findings of these while they are still accurate and relevant. Provide materials that help member laboratories evaluate their - [Lightning Talk Awards](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/board-committees/education/education-committee/) - ABRF Lightning Talk Awards Sponsored by Waters Corporation Waters Corporation sponsors prizes for the best lightning talks presented at the ABRF Annual Meeting that contains original research. The ABRF Education Committee reviews all talk abstracts submitted to the meeting and selects a limited number of candidates for award consideration. Lead authors of the candidate talks - [Genomics](https://abrf.org/research-groups/genomics/genomics/) - Genomics (GRG) Mission The goal of the Genomics Research Group is to provide both academic and industrial scientists useful information and guidance in the use of various microarray, next gen sequencing and other genomic platforms and applications in their research. The main focus of the GRG is to promote communication and cooperation among core laboratories - [ABRF Multi-Site Search](https://abrf.org/serach/) - [ABRF Founder's Award](https://abrf.org/awards/founders-award/) - ABRF Founder's Award Purpose of the Award The Founder's Award is an endowed scholarship opportunity for the ABRF annual meeting. The scholarship is designed to support core staff who are in the early stages of their careers and have the potential for ABRF leadership. The Founder's Award was endowed by Ronald L. Niece, a founding - [Ad Order Form](https://abrf.org/ad-order-form/) - Ad Order Form - [Authorship Guidelines](https://abrf.org/resources/authorship-guidelines/) - Authorship Guidelines Recommended Guidelines for Authorship on Manuscripts Personnel in core facilities provide essential services for their users and it is important to recognize their contributions to the scientific advancement of the projects. The type of recognition that is most appropriate may be different for individual projects, depending on the contribution that core facility personnel - [The ABRF Lifetime Membership Award](https://abrf.org/awards/the-abrf-lifetime-membership-award/) - The ABRF Lifetime Membership Award This award is given by the Executive Board to members with longstanding contributions to the success of the ABRF and who have been keystones to its missions. 2025 Ron Orlando 2024 Luellen Fletcher 2018 Bill Hendrickson 2017 Phil Hockberger 2016 Jay Fox 2016 David Friedman 2014 Mark O. Lively 2012 - [Mentoring](https://abrf.org/resources/careers/mentoring/) - My mentor provided support and information that I wasn't getting from my home institution. She gave me confidence that I was on the right track with my approach to our facility's challenges. Her perspective enabled me to grow in my role, even after the formal relationship ended. For me the program came at a good - [Careers](https://abrf.org/resources/careers/) - Careers ABRF Career Center ABRF offers to its members and their sponsoring academic institutions a free "bulletin board service" where open positions can be posted on the ABRF website. Job Openings are viewable by all 2800+ ABRF members and more than 15,000 unique website visitors monthly. To add your job opening, please click the link - [ABRF Executive Board Orientation](https://abrf.org/abrf-executive-board-orientation/) - ABRF Executive Board (EB) Resources Board Members - terms of service/email links Marie Adams (2020-2025) Roxann Ashworth (2021-2025) Tim Bushnell (2025-2028) Sara Bowen (2023-2026) Joe Dragavon (2024-2027) Kym Delventhal (2022-2028) Claire Hartmann (2025-2028) Justine Kigenyi (2021-2025) Meghan Kraft (2025-2028) Diane Miller, CAB Chair Thayumanasamy Somasundaram (2023-2026) Jane Srivastava (2024-2027) Sue Weintraub (2022-2025) Board Meetings In-person - Spring - in conjunction with - [ABRF affiliates](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/abrf-affiliates/) - Chapter and Affiliates Board The Chapters Advisory Board (CAB) is comprised of the leadership of the ABRF Chapters and the ABRF Executive Board. The CAB meets regularly to discuss, advise, and oversee matters central to the mutual and coordinated efforts across the regional meetings and ABRF interests. Current Membership Diane Miller - (Chair, EB Liaison) - [Nominations](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/board-committees/nominations/) - Nominations About the Nominations Committee The Nominations Committee is composed of former Executive Board members. It is the job of the Nominations Committee to provide the current Executive Board with a list of ABRF members who are willing to serve on the ABRF Executive Board. All ABRF members are polled for their suggestions. From this - [Proteome Informatics](https://abrf.org/research-groups/proteomics-research-group-prg/proteomeinformatics/) - Proteome Informatics (iPRG) Mission The mission of the ABRF iPRG (formerly the BioInformatics Committee) is to educate ABRF members and the scientific community on best application and practice of bioinformatics toward accurate and comprehensive analysis of proteomics data. The iPRG actively supports and participates in the development and advancement of new algorithms, software tools and - [Proteomics Research Group (PRG)](https://abrf.org/research-groups/proteomics-research-group-prg/) - Proteomics Research Group Proteomics Research Group (PRG) Mission The Proteomics Research Group (PRG) is a volunteer scientific organization dedicated to sharing knowledge about the analysis of proteins. The PRG aims to assist protein scientists and resource facilities to achieve their highest potential by sponsoring annual research studies that examine current techniques and capabilities. Through the - [Proteomics Standards (sPRG)](https://abrf.org/research-groups/proteomics-research-group-prg/proteomics-standards/proteomics-standards-sprg/) - Proteomics Standards Research Group Proteomics Standards Research Group (sPRG) The mission of the ABRF Proteomics Standards Research Group (sPRG) is to promote and support the development and use of standards in proteomics for the benefit of all research laboratories, resource facilities and individual scientists including ABRF members and member laboratories. Questions or interest in joining - [Metabolomics](https://abrf.org/research-groups/metabolomics/) - Metabolomics Metabolomics (MRG) Mission The aims of the Metabolomics Research Group are a) to educate research scientists and resource facilities in the analytical approaches and management of data resulting from comprehensive metabolite studies and b) to promote the science and standardization of metabolomic analyses for a variety of applications. Group efforts will also include conducting - [Home ADs](https://abrf.org/home-ads/) - ABRF promotes education and career advancement for Core facilities professionals The Association of Biomolecular Resource Facilities (ABRF) is a unique membership association comprising close to 3,000 members, working within or in the support of resource and research biotechnology laboratories. Our members represent more than 400 laboratories and administrative offices in government, academia, research, industry and - [Genomics](https://abrf.org/research-groups/genomics/) - Genomics Mission The goal of the Genomics Research Group is to provide both academic and industrial scientists useful information and guidance in the use of various microarray, next gen sequencing and other genomic platforms and applications in their research. The main focus of the GRG is to promote communication and cooperation among core laboratories providing - [Shop](https://abrf.org/shop/) - [ImmunoHistoChemistry (IHCRG)](https://abrf.org/research-groups/immunohistochemistry/) - ImmunoHistoChemistry Source: File_Usutu_Immunohistochemistry_(IHC)_of_USUVuninfected_(A,_C)_ and_infected_(B,_D,_F_and_F) blackbird_organs_PlosOne ImmunoHistoChemistry Research Group (IHCRG) Mission The Research Group focuses on immunohistochemistry and multiplex immunofluorescence for digital pathology, with a specific focus on antibody validation issues and techniques/kits comparison. There are some unmet needs for the following problems and topics: A comprehensive reference source for high-quality annotated data about immunohistochemistry (IHC) - [Metagenomics & Microbiome](https://abrf.org/research-groups/genomics/metagenomics-microbiome/) - Metagenomics and Microbiome (MMRG) Mission Many of the Members on the MMRG have been involved in microbiome analysis for over 20 years and have a strong appreciation for the field. They are dedicated and understand the needs of this new and exciting field that continues to grow at an exponential rate. Questions or interest in - [Proteomics Standards](https://abrf.org/research-groups/proteomics-research-group-prg/proteomics-standards/) - Proteomics Standards (sPRG) Mission The mission of the ABRF Proteomics Standards Research Group (sPRG) is to promote and support the development and use of standards in proteomics for the benefit of all research laboratories, resource facilities and individual scientists including ABRF members and member laboratories. Questions or interest in joining an ABRF research group? - [Member Testimonials](https://abrf.org/member-testimonials/) - Member Testimonials Why ABRF? There's no better way to share the value of ABRF than hearing directly from your peers. Whether you are a staff scientist, technician, or core administrator, ABRF is your professional home. Here is what some of your colleagues have to say when asked how they benefit from ABRF: "ABRF provides an - [ABRF Peptide Sequencing by Mass Spectrometry Quiz (2000)](https://abrf.org/resources/abrf-peptide-sequencing-by-mass-spectrometry-quiz-2000/) - Introduction Prior to its demise, the ABRF Mass Spectrometry Committee prepared four "tryptic" peptides whose sequences did not match anything in the public nucleotide or protein sequence databases. For two of these peptides, data was acquired using an ion trap mass spectrometer, and for the other two a quadrupole / time-of-flight hybrid mass spectrometer (Qtof) was used. - [Virtual Peer Mentoring Discussions](https://abrf.org/events/virtual-peer-mentoring-discussions/) - Join your ABRF colleagues to discuss shared questions, common challenges, or issues that you’re facing in your career or professional journey. The monthly ABRF Peer Mentoring conversations are scheduled for: Third Tuesdays of the Month 2:00 – 3:00 pm ET Register here. Held monthly, these peer-to-peer mentoring discussions will be an opportunity to learn from one another and - [Metabolomics](https://abrf.org/research-groups/metabolomics/metabolomics/) - Metabolomics (MRG) Metabolomics Research Group 2022 Study - Compound Identification - Consistent and accurate compound identification is a major challenge for LC/MS based metabolomics. The presence of multiple isomeric compounds, matrix effects, low and varying analyte concentration, and in source fragmentation and adduct formation are major contributing factors to this challenge. A combination of accurate - [Corporate Relations Committee](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/corporate-relations-committee/) - [ABRF Compensation Survey Report](https://abrf.org/resources/careers/abrf-compensation-survey-report/) - ABRF Compensation Survey Report ABRF Compensation Survey Report April 2023 The ABRF Career Development Committee is excited to share the first ABRF Compensation Survey Report to provide unique, valuable benchmarking information for Core facilities. With responses from close to 200 Core facilities across 26 states, representing thousands of Core professionals, this new report represents an - [CU COres - Metrics Assessing Core Research Facilities](https://abrf.org/resources/cu-cores-metrics-assessing-core-research-facilities/) - CU COres - Metrics Assessing Core Research Facilities coming soon! - [Annual Meeting](https://abrf.org/events/annual-meeting/) - Annual Meeting ABRF Annual Meeting The ABRF Annual Meeting is an international program that provides timely updates on cutting-edge science and its execution in a shared resource/core facility setting. These meetings also offer informative and practical workshops as well as ample networking opportunities with academics, corporate, and technology partner colleagues. 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ABRF Initiatives ABRF virtual town hall meetings ABRF members convene on a regular basis to discuss - [Career Development Education Resources](https://abrf.org/resources/careers/career-development/) - Career Development Education Resources Core-Specific Job Families Many U.S. Institutions have created job families specifically for directors, managers and staff working in core facilities. The rationale for specific job families is that these positions require advanced training and expertise in research technologies, above average interpersonal skills, business acumen and training, and are typically not soft-money - [Delta Mass](https://abrf.org/resources/delta-mass/) - Delta Mass A database of protein post Translational modifications The ABRF accepts no responsibility for the accuracy of these data which are freely donated by individuals. Contributors Please send new data or corrections to info@abrf.org Average Masses Avg. Mass Change Modification -795' dephospho-58Desmosine (from Lysine)-48decomposed carboxymethylated Methionine-44Decarboxylation of gamma carboxy Glutamate-43Gamma-glutamyl semialdehyde (from arginine)-42Ornithine (from - [Glycoprotein](https://abrf.org/research-groups/metabolomics/glycoprotein/) - Metabolomics (MRG) Mission The primary mission of the ABRF GlycoProtein Research Group (gPRG) is to educate the scientific community on the best techniques/strategies currently available to characterize glycoproteins. This education will be performed by offering workshops (or potentially a course) at the annual ABRF conferences so that researchers can learn the techniques currently used. The - [Interest Networks](https://abrf.org/research-groups/interest-networks/) - Interest Networks Antibody Technology (Formerly ARG) Mission The Antibody Technology Research Group (ARG) transitioned in 2018 to become the Antibody Technology Interest Network. The Antibody Technology Interest Network is dedicated to: Sharing its collective knowledge about generating, producing, purifying, fragmenting and conjugating antibodies amongst its members and within the larger scientific community Providing a mechanism - [Meeting Recordings](https://abrf.org/events/meeting-recordings/) - Archived Recorded & Educational Materials Prior Recordings Presentations from Satellite Workshops at ABRF2013 - ABRF2013_SW1_clements_Galaxy.pdf (2,977K)- ABRF2013_SW1_dandekar_Removing-Bottlenecks.pdf- ABRF2013_SW1_kain_Library-Limited-Nucleic-Aid.pdf- ABRF2013_SW1_laborde_Exome-Sequencing.pdf- ABRF2013_SW1_langmore_Quality-Control-Libraries.pdf- ABRF2013_SW1_meyer_Analysis-MG-RAST.pdf (2,988K)- ABRF2013_SW1_mortazavi_Chromatin-During-Differentiation.pdf (21,197K)- ABRF2013_SW1_oneil_DeNovo-transccript-Assembly.pdf (1,627K)- ABRF2013_SW1_scherer_HIV-Forensics.pdf (2,900K)- ABRF2013_SW1_scherer_Recent-Advances_NextGenSeq.pdf (6,214K)- ABRF2013_SW1_wong_Disorders-Technical-Wrong.pdf (2,654K)- ABRF2013_SW1_wong_Seq-Mitochondrial-Disorders.pdf (2,661K)- ABRF2013_SW2_bern_Ioinformatics.pdf- ABRF2013_SW2_orlando_1_GlycoBio-Intro.pdf (1,024K)- ABRF2013_SW2_orlando_2_GlycoPro-1.pdf (3,138K)- ABRF2013_SW2_orlando_3_ GlycoPro-2.pdf (302K)- ABRF2013_SW2_orlando_4_Quant.pdf (932K)- ABRF2013_SW1_Program.pdf (1,132K)- ABRF2013_SW2_Program.pdf (250K) ABRF2012 Education Satellite Workshop Presentations - ABRF2012_SW2_fernandes_Introduction.pdf (2,025K) - ABRF2012_SW2_kel_Genomics-Transcriptomics.pdf (4,372K) - ABRF2012_SW2_sorokin_Metabolomics.pdf (4,144K) - ABRF2012_SW2_zubarev_Proteomics.pdf - ABRF2012_SW2_GeneXplain-Platform-Guide.pdf (1,285K) - ABRF2012_SW3_bobin_1_Introduction.pdf (1,285K) - ABRF2012_SW3_bobin_2_Quality.pdf (809K) - ABRF2012_SW3_bobin_3_Marketing.pdf (810K) - ABRF2012_SW3_bobin_4_BusinessManagement.pdf (1,442K) - ABRF2012_SW3_bobin_5_InformationEconomics.pdf (938K) - ABRF2012_SW3_bobin_Case Study.pdf (118K) - ABRF2012_SW3_bobin_NCRR_FAQ_A21.pdf (166K) - ABRF2012_SW3_bobin_References_list.pdf (166K) - ABRF2012_SW4_Program.pdf (1,683K) - ABRF2012_SW4_jeddeloh_cDNA-Capture.pdf (2,944K) - ABRF2012_SW4_smith_Head-and-Neck-Cancer.pdf (9,245K) - ABRF2012_SW4_smith_Transcriptional-output.pdf (4,233K) - ABRF2012_SW4_wang_Analysis-Methyl-seq.pdf (9,558K) - ABRF2012_SW4_wang_Methylomics.pdf (16,785K) Poster Contest Winners 2016 Poster Awards - View 2003 winners - View - [FASEB](https://abrf.org/who-we-are/faseb/) - FASEB FASEB Cares Awards Apply today: FASEB CARES Program FASEB is continuing to support diversity and inclusivity efforts by offering the FASEB CARES program. FASEB CARES (Career Advancement and Research Excellence Support) provides financial support to alleviate financial burdens associated with caregiving, enabling FASEB society members to continue their scientific training, professional development, and career - [The Journal of Biomolecular Techniques Outstanding Manuscript Award](https://abrf.org/awards/the-journal-of-biomolecular-techniques-outstanding-manuscript-award/) - The Journal of Biomolecular Techniques Outstanding Manuscript Award Awardees 2022 Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification Detection of SARS-CoV-2 and Myriad Other Applications Keith J. M. Moore, Jeremy Cahill, Guy Aidelberg, Rachel Aronoff, Ali Bektaş, Daniela Bezdan,Daniel J. Butler, Sridar V. Chittur, Martin Codyre, Fernan Federici, Nathan A. Tanner, Scott W. Tighe, Randy True, Sarah B. Ware, Anne - [The ABRF President's Award](https://abrf.org/awards/abrf-presidents-award/) - The ABRF President's Award The President's Award is given on rare occasion, in special recognition of an ABRF member who has gone far beyond the call of volunteerism and provided exceptional and enduring service to the ABRF. Julie Auger - 2021 Nicholas Ambulos - 2020 Bob Steen - 2020 Roy Martin - 2019 Headshot of - [Current RG Studies](https://abrf.org/research-groups/current-rg-studies/) - Current RG Studies Genome Editing (GERG) Mission The mission of the Genome Editing Research Group is to collect and disseminate the fast-evolving knowledge in designer nuclease technologies, to undertake pilot research projects and to provide/publish the streamlined processes that could be used as guidelines by the interested Core Facilities to initiate Genome Editing technologies as - [Get Involved](https://abrf.org/resources/get-involved/) - Get Involved ABRF Sponsors ABRF greatly values the support of its Corporate Partners. These sponsorships help ABRF to fulfill its mission but do not in and of themselves constitute any endorsement, bias or favoritism towards a given vendor within a technology field. Is your organization interested in supporting ABRF and/or its chapters? 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