Fluidigm – How to simultaneously perform sample identification and QC in a biobank with molecular fingerprinting assays

The last two decades have witnessed the development of and increasing dependence on biorepositories for advancing basic, translational and clinical sciences. However, with the rising number of samples deposited in biobanks come challenges including sample misidentification due to labeling errors or contamination and the introduction of poor-quality samples. While many means of externally tracking samples … Read more

Join Ian M Pope, IC Biomedical – Workshop

Join Ian M Pope PhD, MBA, BSc, IC Biomedical Cartersville GA Chief Commercial and Technology Officer for the industry workshop “Cryogenic Storage Strategy – Maximizing the Integrity of Stored Biologicals for Viability and Analytics” on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at 3:30 PM. Scientists and Researchers choose cryopreservation to truly preserve the cells or tissues they … Read more

Shaping a data access framework for population health – BC Platforms’ Podcast Series ‘From Data To Health’

This episode highlights the impact of setting up a national data sharing infrastructure on population health, with insights from Gerry Reilly, former CTO at HDR UK. He discusses how HDR approached country-wide data sharing through a biobank network, enabling rapid access to population health data. The BC Platforms’ podcast series, ‘From data to health’ brings … Read more

2 Weeks Until #EBW21

Only 2 Weeks Left Until  Europe Biobank Week  November 8-10, 2021 Europe Biobank Week is just around the corner. The leading biobanking congress in Europe will deliver you the most up-to-date content on the relevant key topics of biobanking. Now, more than ever, it is important for us to come together to share new research and connect with the global biobanking … Read more

5 weeks until #EBW21

The most important biobanking event of the year is rapidly approaching, made possible with the immense support of our community. #EBW21 offers an excellent educational platform for researchers and the industry, including lectures with a multidisciplinary approach, delivered by leading European and international speakers. During three days you will increase your knowledge on the most trending and scientifically relevant topics on human health and our environment, network with peers and immerse yourself in a global … Read more

A tale of two biobanks: challenges and opportunities for sharing data in the era of real-world studies

Join the workshop of #EBW21 sponsor BC Platforms to hear directly from two different biobanks – the African Institute of Everyone Genome (AiEG) and Biobank Graz and learn about their challenges and how BC Platforms is helping them to maximize the value of their data, expand collaboration opportunities and support their data management and data … Read more

Final extension of #EBW21 early bird registration fees, Register before 15 September!

Last chance to benefit from reduced registration fees! Final Early-Bird deadline – September 15 This is our final Early-Bird extension! Don’t miss the opportunity to attend the Europe Biobank Week 2021 at a discounted rate. Our early bird pricing offer will end tomorrow – Wednesday, 15th September. Join #EBW21 to engage and share knowledge with … Read more