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06/05/2026

#EBW26: Previews: Meet the chairs for the keynote with Aneta Tyszkiewicz

The second keynote of #EBW26 will be delivered by Aneta Tyszkiewicz, Director, Science and Regulatory at the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA). The subject of the keynote will be ‘From scientific excellence to industrial leadership: Strengthening Europe’s attractiveness for research and innovation through the EU Biotech Act’. Read more about Aneta Tyszkiewicz here. This post introduces the session […]

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29/04/2026

#EBW26: Previews: Meet the chairs for the keynote with Prof. Joacim Rocklöv

The first keynote of #EBW26 will be delivered by Prof. Joacim Rocklöv, Head of Heidelberg Planetary Health Hub and Alexander von Humboldt Professor at Heidelberg University. The subject of the keynote will be ‘How is climate change affecting infectious disease dynamics across Europe’. Read more about Prof. Rocklöv here. This post introduces the session chairs: Prof. Jens K. Habermann, M.D., […]

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28/04/2026

#EBW26 Previews: 11D: Eco-friendly green biobanking: Innovations and solutions

This session explores eco-friendly biobanking innovations and circular economy approaches addressing sustainability beyond financial viability. Amid rising energy costs and the climate crisis, we’ll showcase impact assessments and solutions that reduce environmental footprints, promoting greener, more resilient biobanks for the future of research and public health. Speakers included in this session: This session will be chaired by: Dr. Carlo Largiadèr […]

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23/04/2026

#EBW26 Previews: 8D: Synergising resources: Public–private collaboration in biobanking infrastructure and research

This session highlights how public–private collaborations in biobanking drive innovation by combining strategic vision with practical implementation. Participants will explore how shared resources, expertise and technology – together with effective contracting models, fair valuation and compliance-by-design – can build sustainable research platforms and create lasting value for health research across Europe. Highlight speaker: Dr. Gaia Cantelli – NURTuRE: Biobanking as […]

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23/04/2026

#EBW26 Previews: 6D: Patient-centric biobanking: Strategies for engagement and participation

This session spotlights patients as experts-by-experience driving innovative research and establishing biobanks that address emerging health needs. It explores best practices for making biobank-based research accessible and impactful, empowering diverse communities and fostering meaningful, sustained citizen engagement to advance inclusive and patient-centered health innovation. Speakers included in this session: This session will be chaired by: Prof. Dr. Elke Smits Prof. […]

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23/04/2026

#EBW26 Previews: 11C: Samples ready for multi-omics research 

This session explores how biobanks are adapting collection, processing and storage protocols to meet the demands of genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics and metabolomics research. Experts will address operational challenges in integrating multi-omics workflows while ensuring IVDR compliance, offering practical insights into preparing high-quality biospecimens for comprehensive, reproducible multi-omics analyses. Speakers included in this session: This session will be chaired by: Asst. […]

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21/04/2026

#EBW26 Previews: 8C:  Mastering pre-analytics: Key to reliable biobanking and biomedical research

This session highlights the pre-analytical phase of biobanking, where collection, handling and storage determine downstream success. Experts will discuss common challenges and show how precise control enhances the value of biospecimens and cellular models. Attendees will learn how optimising pre-analytics improves test performance, reproducibility and the integrity of biological data. Speakers included in this session: This session will be chaired […]

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21/04/2026

#EBW26 Previews: 5C: Tools and processes for quality implementation and use cases

This session focuses on practical tools, methodologies and processes that strengthen quality management systems aligned with international standards such as ISO 20387. Experts will demonstrate how interlaboratory comparisons, proficiency testing and validation strategies strengthen reproducibility and data confidence. Attendees will gain hands-on insights into overcoming pitfalls, implementing quality controls and ensuring sample and data integrity across the biobanking lifecycle. Speakers […]

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21/04/2026

#EBW26 Previews: 3C: Biobank advanced technologies: Challenges, opportunities and solutions

This session will present the next generation of biobanking technologies, from automation and digital tracking to integrated data systems and innovative technologies, along with the complex realities of implementing them. Through expert insights and practical case studies, it will show how biobanks are navigating technical obstacles, regulatory demands and evolving standards, while unlocking new opportunities to enhance sample quality, accessibility […]

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21/04/2026

#EBW26 Previews: 6C: Ensuring excellence: Elevating data quality in biobanking

This session explores advanced methods for assessing and improving the quality of biobank data. Participants will learn about frameworks for data capture, quality metrics and metadata that ensure scientific reliability. Through examples and new tools, attendees will gain practical insights to prevent errors, enhance reproducibility and drive impactful data-driven medical research. Highlight Speaker: Carmen Ortega-Sabater – Building an interoperable brain […]

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