named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Biotechnic & Histochemistry Journal
Peer-reviewed scientific journal publishing advances in staining technology and related innovations
Dye Certification Program
Standardization and certification of biological stains and dyes to ensure consistency and reliability in clinical and research applications
Glossary of Staining Methods
Comprehensive online reference detailing staining reagents, techniques, and terminology for researchers in histology and cytology
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Climate Finance Advisory & Research 1 activity
- Collaborative scientific research on dye compositionConducts and collaborates on research into the chemical composition of dyes, such as phthalocyanine dyes marketed as alcian blue, in partnership with institutions like the University of Leeds.
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Member-Exclusive Resource Access 1 activity
- Member access to journal and archival contentProvides members with annual access to six issues of Biotechnic & Histochemistry and full access to all back issues from 1925 to present.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Provision of training and educational servicesOffers educational programming including annual meetings, hands-on workshops, and training sessions focused on the proper use, certification, and troubleshooting of biological stains. Activities include instruction in specific staining techniques and case studies on quality control.
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Uncategorized 6 activities
- Client support for staining procedure issuesProvides technical assistance to users in troubleshooting staining procedures when Certified dyes have been used.
- Development and update of certification standardsEstablishes, maintains, and updates scientific criteria and testing procedures for the certification of biological stains, including specific standards for alcian blue, Azure B, eriochrome cyanine R, and nuclear fast red, with documentation published in peer-reviewed literature and the organization’s journal.
- Experimental and recertification testing servicesOffers experimental testing for non-commercial stain batches and recertification testing to verify identity and performance when lot numbers or ownership change, ensuring continued compliance with BSC standards.
- Maintenance and public dissemination of certification recordsMaintains and provides public access to a searchable table of all stain batches certified since 2013, including certification codes, lot numbers, and vendor information, to ensure traceability and transparency.
- Publication of Biotechnic & Histochemistry journalProduces and publishes a peer-reviewed scientific journal, Biotechnic & Histochemistry, six times per year, featuring research on histochemistry, microtechnique, and staining methods. The journal serves as a primary vehicle for disseminating scientific advances, updated testing procedures, and lists of certified stains.
- Testing and certification of biological stainsOperates an independent assay laboratory to test and certify commercial batches of biological stains and dyes for quality, performance, and chemical composition, issuing lot-specific certificates and certification labels to vendors for those that meet published standards. Testing includes standardized histochemical and chemical analyses on samples submitted by manufacturers.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$152K
Contributions & grants$3K2%
Program service revenue$96K63%
Investment income$89K58%
Other revenue$-36K
expenses
Total expenses$112K
Program expenses33%
Admin / overhead67%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$42K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.16M
Cash$28K
Investments$1.07M
Liabilities$9K
Net assets$1.15M
Liquid reserves117.2 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +30.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 4
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| BRENDAN BOYCE TREASURER | 90 EAGLE CHASE, WOODBURY, NY 11797 | 5 | $19K |
| WILLIAM P PASSALACQUA FISCAL SERVIC | 282 LANDING RD. S., ROCHESTER, NY 14610 | 3 | $7K |
| DAVID HICKS DIRECTOR OF LAB SERVICE | 6 MARVIN PARK, ROCHESTER, NY 14610 | 5 | $5K |
| G STEPHEN NETTLETON EDITOR IN CHIEF | 1716 GRIFFIN GATE RD, LOUISVILLE, KY 40205 | 5 | $4K |
relationships · 47
Who they work with
- APG Bioextracts Partner — Vendor submitting stain samples for certification by the Biological Stain Commission.
- Abbey Color and Chemical Partner — Vendor submitting stain samples for certification by the Biological Stain Commission.
- Anatech Ltd Partner — Vendor submitting stain samples for certification by the Biological Stain Commission.
- Avantor Performance Materials Inc. Partner — Vendor submitting stain samples for certification by the Biological Stain Commission.
- Avantor Performance Materials, Inc. Partner — Customer receiving recheck certification services for dyes including Acid Fuchsin, Alcian Blue, and Aniline Blue.
- BIOTECHNIC & HISTOCHEMISTRY Network — Journal published by the Biological Stain Commission as a scientific outlet for staining methods and microscopy techniques.
- BSC Assay Laboratory Partner — Operational laboratory conducting testing and certification services on behalf of the Biological Stain Commission
- Biotechnic & Histochemistry Network — Journal that publishes BSC testing updates and lists of certified stains.
- Biotechnic and Histochemistry Network — Official journal of the Biological Stain Commission
- Cancer Diagnostics - Anatech Div. Partner — Customer receiving certification services for Alcian Blue dye.
- Cole-Palmer Partner — Supplies stains certified by the Biological Stain Commission through its subsidiary relationship with Fisher.
- Constitution Medical, Inc. Partner — Vendor submitting stain samples for certification by the Biological Stain Commission.
- Department of Colour and Polymer Science, University of Leeds Partner — Collaborates with the BSC on research into the chemistry of phthalocyanine dyes sold as alcian blue.
- Dudley Chemical Corp. Partner — Customer receiving certification services for multiple dyes including Acid Fuchsin, Alcian Blue, Alizarin Red, and Aniline Blue.
- Dudley Chemical Corporation Partner — Vendor submitting stain samples for certification by the Biological Stain Commission.
- Ecological and Toxicological Association of Dyes and Organic Pigments Manufacturers Partner — Collaborates on addressing toxicological and ecological issues related to industrial dyes
- Electron Microscopy Sciences Partner — Customer receiving recheck certification services for dyes including Acid Fuchsin, Alcian Blue, and Aniline Blue.
- Electron Microscopy Sciences Partner — Vendor submitting stain samples for certification by the Biological Stain Commission.
- Ethos Biosciences Partner — Customer receiving recheck certification services for dyes including Acid Fuchsin, Alcian Blue, and Aniline Blue.
- Fisher Scientific Partner — Customer receiving recheck certification services for dyes including Alcian Blue and Aniline Blue.
- Fisher Scientific, Chemical Division Partner — Vendor submitting stain samples for certification by the Biological Stain Commission.
- Flow cytometry list server Partner — Discussion list for flow cytometry hosted at Purdue University
- HistoNet listserver Partner — Draws on contributions and expertise from participants in the HistoNet listserver for questions and answers included in the FAQ.
- Histochemical Society Partner — Shares information on meetings, membership, and publications in the field of histochemistry
- Histotechnology Partner — Hosts Histonet listserver for histotechnology professionals
- IHC World Partner — Provides access to life science information network covering histology, histochemistry, and immunohistochemistry
- Indiana University College of Medicine Partner — Hosts the BSC Secretary, Carol Bain, indicating an administrative or operational affiliation.
- Journal of Histochemistry and Cytochemistry Partner — Offers archival access to volumes in the field of histochemistry and cytochemistry
- Manuscript Central Partner — Hosts manuscript submissions for the journal Biotechnic & Histochemistry via its platform (manuscriptcentral.com).
- MedLine at PubMed Partner — Provides free public access to biomedical literature through MedLine searching
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strategies · 2
How they approach the work
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- Performance-Based Certification for Staining Qualitymethodology: performance_based_certificationBy using expert evaluation of staining performance and standardized testing procedures, the organization ensures high reliability and consistency in biological stains, because functional performance in validated protocols is a more accurate indicator of scientific utility than chemical purity alone.
- Scientific Standardization and Knowledge Disseminationmethodology: scientific_standardization_and_knowledge_disseminationBy standardizing biological staining reagents and disseminating scientific knowledge through peer-reviewed publications and educational resources, the organization improves clinical diagnostic reliability and histotechnological practice, because consistent methods and shared understanding reduce variability and enhance reproducibility in medical and research settings.