Journal Article DKFZ-2026-01343

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Tissue biobanking: minimum interface requirements for efficient and high-quality support for biomedical research - a white paper.

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2026
Springer Heidelberg

Virchows Archiv nn, nn () [10.1007/s00428-026-04586-z]
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Abstract: Tissue biobanking is essential for biomedical research. Well-defined interfaces and standardised procedures are required to ensure sample quality and the subsequent reproducibility of research results. This paper provides an overview of the key interfaces involved in tissue biobanking workflows, including sample collection, processing, storage, distribution and data management. It outlines the minimum standards required to maintain high-quality samples and associated data, and references relevant national and international guidelines. The paper also addresses the current challenges faced by biobanks, such as harmonisation across institutions, evolving regulatory landscapes, and the integration of digital infrastructure. The primary aim of this work is to present recommendations for the effective implementation and documentation of minimum standards. These recommendations are intended to help biobanks to align with regulatory expectations, optimise operational procedures, and facilitate high-quality, ethically sound biomedical research.

Keyword(s): Biobanking ; Biosamples ; ISO 20387 ; Quality management ; Standardisation ; Tissue processing

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Note: epub / #DKTKZFB9# / #NCTZFB9

Contributing Institute(s):
  1. DKTK Koordinierungsstelle Berlin (BE01)
  2. DKTK Koordinierungsstelle Dresden (DD01)
  3. DKTK Koordinierungsstelle München (MU01)
  4. Koordinierungsstelle NCT Dresden (DD04)
  5. Koordinierungsstelle NCT Heidelberg (HD02)
Research Program(s):
  1. 899 - ohne Topic (POF4-899) (POF4-899)

Appears in the scientific report 2026
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Medline ; BIOSIS Previews ; Biological Abstracts ; Clarivate Analytics Master Journal List ; Current Contents - Life Sciences ; DEAL Springer ; DEAL Springer ; Essential Science Indicators ; IF < 5 ; JCR ; SCOPUS ; Science Citation Index Expanded ; Web of Science Core Collection
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