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Developing biobanks in developing countries.

Igor Rudan, Ana Marušić, Harry Campbell

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|December 1, 2012

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Developing human biobanks in low-income countries is crucial for equitable global research. This requires enhanced research capacity, shifted investment, and responsible ethical frameworks to address the needs of the world's poor.

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Establishment of a Clinic-based Biorepository

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Published on: May 29, 2017

Area of Science:

Global Health
Biotechnology
Research Ethics

Background:

International research often overlooks the needs of developing nations.
Limited research capacity and investment hinder biobanking initiatives in low-income countries.
Existing biobanks in low-income countries offer valuable models for development.

Purpose of the Study:

To advocate for the establishment of human biobanks in developing countries.
To highlight existing biobanking efforts in low-income nations.
To outline prerequisites for successful biobank development in resource-limited settings.

Main Methods:

Review of existing literature and case studies on biobanking in developing countries.
Analysis of research capacity, technological needs, and investment priorities.
Examination of ethical considerations pertinent to biobanking in low-income contexts.

Main Results:

Several low-income countries are actively developing their own human biobanks.
Strengthening research capacity and adopting new technologies are essential.
A shift in research investment is necessary to reduce global research inequities.

Conclusions:

Human biobanks in developing countries are vital for 'hypothesis-free' research.
Responsible ethical approaches are fundamental for biobank success.
Developing countries must build capacity and secure investment for sustainable biobanking.