Finding the right biobank shouldn’t be the hardest part of your research
You submit one structured sample request. Our MatchEngine identifies and ranks the best biobank partners from a network of 100+ academic biobanks worldwide — with the first response usually inside two days.
A senior expert reviews your request and tells you if it’s viable — free, no obligation.
From request to ranked biobanks in seconds
MatchEngine is our tool for automated matching. It scores every biobank in the network on disease, sample type and format, then returns a ranked shortlist — no cold outreach, no guesswork.
automated scoring
How recent requests have progressed
10 of 12 recent requests reached negotiation within a week.
Each bar represents an anonymised request (R1 to R12), showing how quickly it moved from submission through to biobank responses and negotiation. Days from submission run left to right, and the number at the end represents the total number of negotiations.
Curious how your own request would progress? Find out on a free, no-obligation call.
The advantages that matter for your research
Every biobank on our platform has opted in because they want to work with industry — so you get direct contact with the source, not opaque intermediaries.
Biospecimen provenance
We connect you directly with source biobanks — many holding ISO 20387 or ISO 9001 accreditation — so you can check credentials and quality standards before you order any biospecimens.
Global network
Reach ~100 academic biobanks worldwide — a vast range of biospecimen types, disease types and storage formats.
Free feasibility call
A senior expert reviews your request and tells you if it’s viable — free, with no obligation, before you commit.
Trusted by biotech teams worldwide
“Very efficient — it enables identification and connection to relevant sources and collaborators for human specimens. The team is knowledgeable and eager to help with difficult scenarios.”
“Good patient samples and associated data are not easy to source, and Biosample Hub has really helped us speed up the sourcing process. We’re very happy with the support — it will help us validate our product that much faster.”
“So easy to use, and we’ve established connections that were only possible to find within the hub. Response rates have also been great. I would highly recommend signing up.”
Simple membership. No transaction fees.
Biosample Hub is a UK not-for-profit. Fees are shown in euros (€); VAT is not applicable.
Test before you commit. Run a real request, reach new biobanks, and see what’s available — before upgrading to full membership.
Start a trialStart with a €300 trial to test a real request. If you upgrade, your €300 counts towards full membership. Additional requests beyond 10/year are €300 each. Not sure which is right? Book a free feasibility call →
Questions, answered
How does the trial work?+
The trial lets you put Biosample Hub to work on a single sample request. Your three months begin when your request is submitted, so there’s no pressure to be ready the day you join. You get your top 10 MatchEngine matches and email support throughout.
What are off-platform searches?+
Full Service members can request up to 5 off-platform searches per year. If the samples you need can’t be found among our member biobanks, our team searches more widely on your behalf, drawing on other biobank directories and our network.
Why is the origin of my biospecimens so important?+
You must know the biobank of origin so you can confirm it follows quality standards. Some intermediaries supply samples that come directly from the clinic, where they may not be handled to professional standards. We put you in direct contact with hospital biobanks, so you’re never in doubt about the origin.
Does Biosample Hub handle individual patient data?+
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.
Which disease types and formats can I access?+
A wide range — infectious and parasitic diseases, cancers/neoplasms, and disorders of various body systems, plus normal tissues, body fluids, umbilical cord blood and microbiome samples. Formats include solid tissue, blood, plasma, serum, PBMCs and other fluids — fresh and viable, or frozen/fixed, and processed into organoid (PDO) or xenograft (PDX) models.
What clinical information is provided?+
The amount of clinical information varies between biobanks and even within collections. We recommend discussing this directly with the individual biobank for the samples you’re interested in.
Can I move from Trial to Full Service?+
Yes, and the sooner the better. When you upgrade during your trial, your trial fee counts towards full membership and your full-service year runs from the start of your trial — so upgrading early means more of your year spent as a full member.
Why do quality standards matter?+
Quality standards ensure the reliability, integrity and ethical procurement of biospecimens — which directly impacts your research quality, regulatory compliance and project success. Some biobanks are certified to ISO 20387 and ISO 9001; in some countries (UK, France, Spain) all biobanks follow mandatory quality guidelines.
What do the biospecimens themselves cost?+
All biobanks charge fees for biosamples, and prices vary by factors like staffing costs in different countries. You pay the fee directly to the biobank — Biosample Hub charges no transaction fees. Example published tariffs are shown below.
Example biobank tariffs
Published price references from biobanks in different countries.
Let’s find the right biobank for your research
Book a free feasibility call — we’ll assess your sample requirements and advise on the best approach. No obligation.