BIOSAMPLE HUB

Biosample Hub operates as a not-for-profit organization, which aligns with the non-commercial biorepositories we serve.

We prioritize transparency in all interactions between biorepositories and biosample requesters. Furthermore, our financial records are publicly available, ensuring complete transparency in our operations.

Our web platform offers various resources, such as noticeboards, directories, and communication tools. It enables direct interaction between biorepository managers and biotech professionals. For example, members can search directories or post biosample requests. Additionally, our admin support is always ready to assist with operational needs.

Biosample Hub connects providers and requesters of patient samples from across the globe. Our members include professionals from North and South America, Europe (mainly Western Europe), the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Australasia. Notably, Biosample Hub operates as a not-for-profit company registered in the UK, which helps ensure that ethical practices are upheld.

Resources in other languages

• French
• German
• Italian
• Portuguese
• Spanish

No. Biosample Hub does not process, store, or directly handle individual patient data or identifiers. Such information remains strictly confidential and is managed exclusively by biobanks and biotech companies.

Biosample Hub operates online, serving a global community. Our members come from North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australasia. The company is registered in the UK.

There are compelling reasons to organize patient sample procurement on a non-commercial basis. For more details, refer to the Nuffield Council on BioEthics report entitled ‘Human tissue: ethical and legal issues’ (pages 50 to 53). Commercial interests can often reduce sample traceability, leading to ethical and scientific concerns (Hofman et al, 2017).

A Material Transfer Agreement is a legal contract that governs the transfer of tangible research materials between two organizations, often between academic institutions, research organizations, or companies. It outlines the terms and conditions under which the recipient can use the materials. MTAs are commonly used in scientific research and development, especially in fields like biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and life sciences.

Learn about Material Transfer Agreements