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Practical Biobanking: A two-day intensive course.

14 May 2008

30 June & 1 July at The Nowgen Centre, Grafton Street, Manchester.

This two-day intensive course is designed for both Biobank sponsors and researchers looking to establish and maintain a successful biological sample resource. The emphasis of the course will be on the practical aspects of establishing and running a Biobank.

On the first day we will cover:

  • Biobanking DNA and tissue
  • Data accrual and sharing
  • Laboratory Information Management Systems
  • Design and optimisation of operating systems
  • Quality and standards
  • A round table discussion on the everyday running of a Biobank including choice of hardware & consumables, sample replenishment and running a Biobank efficiently
  • Delegate dinner including after-dinner keynote speaker and discussion: Why ethics matter in biomedical science

On the second day we will cover:

  • Sample and process research for better Biobanking
  • Access policies
  • Developing national and international biobanking networks
  • A trip to UK Biobank
  • Sample and data accrual, shipping, storage and retrieval of samples at UK Biobank

The course has been accredited by the Royal College of Pathologists.

Cost: £375 for two days. Lunch and refreshments included. Course fee does not include overnight accommodation. A list of nearby hotels, together with a course information pack, will be sent to participants upon receipt of booking.

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