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Episode 43: From Museum Drawers to Global Standards
Episode 43
Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
In this episode, Frank Simione, often referred to as the ATCC historian, discusses the rich history of the organization. Frank, who boasts a 42-year tenure with the organization, shares insights from his time as the Director of Standards, overseeing the development and recognition of standards by ANSI. He also touches on the role of the Biological Standards Institute and ATCC's mission to provide standardized biological materials, such as the E. coli strain used in antibiotic susceptibility testing. Frank delves into ATCC's early history, highlighting key figures like Lore Rogers and the organization's journey from the American Museum of Natural History to becoming an independent entity in 1947.
