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[Biobanks as the basis for developing biomedicine: Problems and prospects].
O N Reznik1, D O Kuzmin1, A O Reznik2,3
1Organ Transplant Department, Pavlov First St. Petersburg State Medical University, St. Petersburg, 197022 Russia.
Molekuliarnaia Biologiia
|November 9, 2017
Summary
Biobanking, the systematic collection and storage of biological samples, is vital for advancing life sciences and discovering new biomarkers. This review examines global biobanking trends, challenges, and solutions for future development.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Science
- Life Sciences
- Genomics
Background:
- Biobanking is essential for life sciences and biomedical research.
- Stored biomaterials aid in biomarker discovery and drug target identification.
- Biobanks have grown significantly in size and importance globally.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review modern biobanking approaches.
- To analyze various biobank definitions and types.
- To discuss the current state of biobanking worldwide and identify obstacles and solutions.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review of biobanking.
- Analysis of biobank definitions, types, and global status.
- Discussion of challenges and potential solutions for biobanking development.
Main Results:
- Biobanking enables biomarker discovery and validation in human studies.
- Significant growth in national and international biorepositories observed.
- Identified obstacles to global biobanking development.
Conclusions:
- Biobanking is critical for biomedical advancements.
- Addressing identified obstacles is key to global biobanking progress.
- Continued development of biobanking infrastructure is necessary.
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