How to Optimize Biosample Collections to Meet Future Demand Modern research relies on large, well-annotated biosample collections that can be employed in multiple research projects. July 9, 2018 Biobanking Sample Standardization Sample Storage Preclinical & Clinical
For Cryogenic Samples, Dry Ice Is Unwise Scientists often place cryogenic samples on dry ice during transport. However, research shows putting these samples on dry ice can warm them faster than exposure to room temperature. June 11, 2018 Cryopreservation
How to Ensure Sustainability of Biorepositories Sustainability of biorepositories remains a concern as fail-safe commercial concepts for biorepository activities have not yet been developed. So how can they achieve long-term economic viability? June 5, 2018 Biobanking
How Safe are Your Samples? Part 1: Beware of Leachables and Extractables! Bioactive leachables and extractables from plastic components can pose serious risks to the biomaterial stored in them. May 21, 2018 Biobanking Quality Management Sample Storage
Clinical Sample Management: Understand It Before You Improve It Clinical samples are used to diagnose disease, guide treatment, and predict patient outcomes. They’re also important for drug discovery and development, where they can be used to track disease stages, look for biomarkers, and develop diagnostic assays. May 16, 2018 Preclinical & Clinical Biobanking
Solving Patient Recruitment Challenges with Sample Repurposing Repurposing patient samples for multiple non-interventional research studies can maximize sample value and help address the industry-wide problem of patient recruitment. May 9, 2018 Sample Storage Biobanking Preclinical & Clinical
What Is the Best Freezer Technology for Disaster Recovery Planning for Biomaterial? Disaster recovery plans with multiple backup systems are essential for all professional biostorage and research facilities. And freezer type can make the difference between complete sample loss and maintaining biomaterial integrity. March 29, 2018 Biobanking Sample Storage Material Transport Data Management
Biobanking 3.0 – How North America Tackles Biorepository Certification Modern biomedical research relies on a variety of quality biospecimens annotated with precise and detailed metadata. Consequently, biorepositories must secure excellence in all operations and convey this information to their customers. By Katheryn Shea March 14, 2018 Biobanking Sample Storage Preclinical & Clinical
Sorting the Wheat from the Chaff: Simple Assays to Monitor Serum and Plasma Sample Quality IL8 and IL16 levels can be used to assess the quality of serum and plasma samples. March 7, 2018 Preclinical & Clinical Cryopreservation Sample Standardization
How Are Genomic DNA Samples Collected & Stored? Many branches of modern biological research require the collection of fully intact genomic DNA synthroid tablets 200 mg. Genomic DNA refers to the complete set of DNA within an organism. During the collection process it is often desired to keep the strands of DNA as long and intact as possible trovqb7. February 7, 2018 Genomics Sample Storage