Digitization in biobanking: Where to find it and what can we expect?

DOI: https://doi.org/10.47184/tp.2024.01.02

In recent years, the introduction of a broad spectrum of digital technologies has changed various workflows and the day-to-day business of biobanks. There are many systems and technologies that can be used in biobanking procedures, medical research, and practice. These digital technologies can bring significant benefits, but also great responsibilities. This report briefly discusses the digitization of biobanking processes and outlines some challenges and possible future perspectives.

Keywords: Biobank, digitization, digital biobanking, biomaterial, biobank workflow, sample collection

Where can we find digitization in biobanking workflows?

Digitization can impact the entire life cycle of the biomaterials, from collection to its storage and retrieval for biomedical research (Fig. 1).

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Author
Dr. Tanja Niedermair
Zentrale Biobank Regensburg der Universität Regensburg und des Universitätsklinikums Regensburg