Have you noticed how many Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and Biobank Information Management Systems (BIMS) are migrating to the cloud? Are cloud-based LIMS or BIMS just a fad or... read more →
When you use or implement any software system you hope it's going to improve how you do things and impact the quality and integrity of your data. When adopting new... read more →
For your Biobank to be effective you need researchers to be regularly requesting your tissue samples. This means you need to make them aware of your Biobank and what you... read more →
The thought of a lab audit might be enough to bring you out in a cold sweat. The dread of an audit for some is akin to a phobia. Desensitisation... read more →
A successful Biobank is one whose tissues are in demand and being used. If your samples are "flying off the shelves" then you're a real success! However, if demand is... read more →
The Caldicott Principles were introduced to make sure that patient information stored across the NHS is protected and information that could identify patients is only accessed when appropriate to do... read more →
If you have recently received a grant from a funding body, then you’ll probably have to demonstrate how well you are using that funding and the difference it is making. ... read more →
As a new or established Biobank you face many challenges and considerations. These include financing, ongoing cost recovery, collection logistics and where you will store your biological samples. In addition,... read more →
Money is always tight these days. In addition, in these uncertain times everyone is little more cautious. This is even more true for funding bodies, whether they are governmental departments... read more →
Whether you are setting up a new Biobank or reapplying for further funding, you need to demonstrate to the funding bodies that their money will be put to best use... read more →