International Society for Biological and Environmental Repositories (ISBER)

International Society for Biological and Environmental Repositories (ISBER) ISBER is the only global forum that addresses harmonization of scientific, technical, legal, and ethi

ISBER is the only global forum that addresses harmonization of scientific, technical, legal, and ethical issues relevant to repositories of biological and environmental specimens. For more information about ISBER, please visit our website: www.isber.org.

📚 Looking to get up to speed with biobanking best practices?Take a look at ISBER’s Essentials of Biobanking (EOB) course...
08/20/2026

📚 Looking to get up to speed with biobanking best practices?
Take a look at ISBER’s Essentials of Biobanking (EOB) course!
This online, self-paced course uses the 5th edition of the ISBER Best Practices as its foundation and covers the essentials of planning, establishing, maintaining, and accessing a successful biobank.

✨ Learn at your own pace
🧘 No exam—learn without the stress!
🌎 Applicable to all types of biobanking
⏱️ Approximately 7–11 hours to complete
🎓 Developed with input from international biobanking experts

The EOB course is also recognized as a recommended resource on the ASCP reading list for QBRS exam preparation.
ISBER members receive a discounted rate, with additional pricing available for members from LMICs. Learn more and enroll: https://www.isber.org/EssentialsBiobanking

⏰ LAST CHANCE: the abstract submission deadline for the ISBER 2026 International Biospecimen Summit (October 28–30, 2026...
08/18/2026

⏰ LAST CHANCE: the abstract submission deadline for the ISBER 2026 International Biospecimen Summit (October 28–30, 2026 in Toronto, Canada) is coming up August 20! 🚨

We welcome abstracts from across the biospecimen science community. 👉 Submit your abstract now before the deadline: www.isber.org/2026BiospecimenSummit

🚨 Deadline extended by one week! ⏰ Have you submitted your abstract for the ISBER 2026 International Biospecimen Summit ...
08/13/2026

🚨 Deadline extended by one week! ⏰ Have you submitted your abstract for the ISBER 2026 International Biospecimen Summit (October 28–30, 2026 in Toronto, Canada)?

Good news: the abstract submission deadline has been extended to August 20, 2026! 🎉We welcome abstracts from across the biospecimen science community.

👉 Submit your abstract now: www.isber.org/2026BiospecimenSummit

⏰ Last chance to get involved with ISBER!The deadline is approaching to join one of our two new Task Forces:🔹 Grants Tas...
08/13/2026

⏰ Last chance to get involved with ISBER!
The deadline is approaching to join one of our two new Task Forces:
🔹 Grants Task Force – Help identify funding opportunities and support ISBER’s grant efforts.
🔹 Membership Task Force – Help identify new markets and develop strategies to grow and engage our global community.
Want to contribute your expertise and help shape ISBER’s future? Submit your Expression of Interest by August 15: https://ow.ly/HM9k50ZyiO9

🚨 Have you submitted your abstract for the ISBER 2026 International Biospecimen Summit (October 28–30, 2026 in Toronto, ...
08/11/2026

🚨 Have you submitted your abstract for the ISBER 2026 International Biospecimen Summit (October 28–30, 2026 in Toronto, Canada)? ⏰ The submission deadline is on Aug. 13!

We welcome abstracts from across the biospecimen science community and encourage you to share your work with colleagues from around the world.

Submit your abstract now: www.isber.org/2026BiospecimenSummit

🚨 Have you submitted your abstract for the ISBER 2026 International Biospecimen Summit (October 28–30, 2026 in Toronto, ...
08/07/2026

🚨 Have you submitted your abstract for the ISBER 2026 International Biospecimen Summit (October 28–30, 2026 in Toronto, Canada)? ⏰ The submission deadline is coming up on Aug. 13!

We welcome abstracts from across the biospecimen science community and encourage you to share your work with colleagues from around the world.

Submit your abstract and learn more: www.isber.org/2026BiospecimenSummit

🚨 Calling all biobanking vendors and suppliers!Showcase your innovations at the ISBER–UHN International Biospecimen Summ...
08/06/2026

🚨 Calling all biobanking vendors and suppliers!
Showcase your innovations at the ISBER–UHN International Biospecimen Summit, taking place October 28–30, 2026, in Toronto, Canada.

As an exhibitor, you'll connect with biospecimen professionals, researchers, and decision-makers during two full days of networking, and now there's even more value:
NEW! Industry Innovation Breakfast Flash Talks: Exhibitors can reserve a 15-minute presentation to showcase a product, technology, case study, or solution to Summit delegates.

⚡ Only ONE breakfast session remains, with just THREE presentation opportunities left!

Secure your exhibit booth and claim your Flash Talk before they're gone. Reserve your booth today: https://ow.ly/TeYL50ZxbhA

🚨 Have you registered yet? Join us Oct. 28–30, 2026 in Toronto, Canada, for the ISBER 2026 International Biospecimen Sum...
08/05/2026

🚨 Have you registered yet? Join us Oct. 28–30, 2026 in Toronto, Canada, for the ISBER 2026 International Biospecimen Summit, held in partnership with UHN.

Connect with experts and peers from around the world as we explore the latest advances in biospecimen science. Enhance your experience with interactive workshops on October 28, featuring practical insights, real-world case studies, and actionable strategies.

Hear from our keynote speakers:
🔹 "Biobanks as Cornerstones: Trailblazing the Future of Biomedical Research and Health Care" presented by Prof. Dr. Karine Sargsyan
🔹 "Building the Data Foundation for Precision Medicine" presented by Dr. Benjamin Haibe-Kains

Learn more and register: www.isber.org/2026BiospecimenSummit

Last chance to join us for today’s webinar!Annotated Living Organoid Banking: A Framework for Bridging the Research Spec...
07/30/2026

Last chance to join us for today’s webinar!

Annotated Living Organoid Banking: A Framework for Bridging the Research Specimen Continuum, presented by V. Krishnan Ramanujan, Cedars-Sinai, USA.

Time: 10:00 AM PT | 1:00 PM ET | 7:00 PM CEST

Register at: https://ow.ly/Mg4550ZtFWK

We hope to see you there!

🚨 Register today! Join us October 28–30, 2026, in Toronto, Canada, for the ISBER 2026 International Biospecimen Summit, ...
07/29/2026

🚨 Register today! Join us October 28–30, 2026, in Toronto, Canada, for the ISBER 2026 International Biospecimen Summit, held in partnership with the University Health Network.

Connect with experts and peers as we explore the latest in biospecimen science. Enhance your experience with interactive workshops on October 28, offering practical insights, real-world case studies, and actionable strategies.

Not an ISBER member? Discount bundles available for registration + 2027 membership!

Learn more and register today: www.isber.org/2026BiospecimenSummit

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