ABSA International Blog
CDC Import Permit Program Transition & Training: New Electronic Permitting System
The CDC Import Permit Program (IPP) will soon be launching a new electronic permitting system, BioPermit, for those wishing to obtain permits in order to import infectious biological materials that could cause disease in humans. BioPermit will replace the current system, eIPP, [...]
Need Credentialing Maintenance (CM) Points?
Are you nearing the end of your 5-year credentialing cycle or just starting your journey? Either way, here’s a quick guide to earning the Credentialing Maintenance (CM) points needed to maintain your ABSA credential (RBP or CBSP). To re-credential, [...]
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MEMBERS: Join us at ABSA International Communities!
ABSA International’s new Howspace members-only engagement platform ABSA International Communities a dynamic space designed to foster collaboration, meaningful discussions, and impactful networking opportunities. Our mission at ABSA International has always been to promote biosafety and biosecurity worldwide. By leveraging this [...]
Earn CM points!
If you are seeking a resourceful and rewarding way to earn credentialing maintenance (CM) points, how about posting to the ABSA International Blog.
The blog post must provide a summary (up to 300 words) of a current topic in biosafety, biosecurity, or relative topic that would be of interest to the ABSA membership. The website link for the source information must be included at the end of the blog post. Preparation for a blog post may take 30-60 minutes.
An ABSA member or a person sponsored by an ABSA Member, can earn up to .25* CM points for authoring each blog post. In addition to the benefit of earning CM points, this is a great way to share current, important information and educate others through the ABSA International Blog.
*final point determination made by the Credentialing Maintenance Board
Q: How do I submit a post to the blog?
A: Click on the “Submit a post” button on the main page of the blog.
Q: Do I need to be a member of ABSA to submit a post?
A: No, you do not need to be a member of ABSA, but an ABSA member must “sponsor” your post.
Q: Do I need to register to submit a blog post?
A: No. Anyone can submit a post, but you must be sponsored by an ABSA member if you are not a current member.
Q: Can I submit a picture for my post?
A: At this time we are not accepting user-submitted images. Our editorial team will find an appropriate picture to associate with the post from a free source or from a stock image provider.
ABSA International Inclusion Statement
In alignment with our core organizational values, ABSA International (ABSA) encourages positive connections between biosafety professionals, scientists, governmental/nongovernmental organizations, and the public. It is our organization’s policy to administer all activities without discrimination on the basis of age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital/familial status, and veteran status. These practices extend to all aspects of ABSA’s activities and to all roles within the association (e.g., member, ambassador, employee, mentor, sponsor, and vendor).
