The American Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation conducts a variety of clinical practice and research programs. The organization focuses in the advancement of science and technology in the area of blood and marrow transplantation. It represents oncologists, hematologists, immunologists, microbiologists and geneticists. The American Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation is also responsible for defining commonly accepted medical practices and developing standards of medical care for autologous and allogeneic transplants. In addition, the organization sponsors publications and meetings for the exchange of scientific and clinical information. The American Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation serves health care professionals through mentoring, research funding and annual training services.