This book introduces the fundamentals of biobanking and guides through the practical planning thereof, with a special focus on the situation in low- and middle-income countries. On the example of the setup of a Ukrainian biobank the book discusses the main steps and aspects of successful biorepository implementation and management. Topics covered include collection, storage and shipping of samples, establishment of an IT system, development of a sustainability plan, and project and risk management. Furthermore, the importance of the formation of international biobanking societies such as the Ukraine Association of Biobanks is highlighted, and their main objectives and tasks are discussed.

The book addresses life science and business professionals as well as national authorities who are interested in biobanking in general and in setting up a biobank in particular.

Introduction to Biobanking

Scientific Relevance, Problems and the Destitution for Principles of Biobanks and Biobanking Activities
Types of Biobanks
Ethical and Legal Principles in the Field of Biobanking
Business Planning for Biobanks
Biobanking Concepts Specific for Developing Countries
Methods of Implementation and Set-up of National Biobanking Networks
Implementation of Ethical and Legal Considerations in a Biobanking Network
Collection and Management of Samples
Quality Control and Risk Management in Biobanks
Governance and Stakeholder Analysis
Biobanking IT Systems, Database Structure and Web Applications
Management Model and Sustainability Plan of Biobanks
Sustainability Plan and Project Management of a Biobanking Network
Establishing a Biobank Using Standardisation
Science and Innovation of Biobanks
Running a Biobank Network
Infrastructure: Delivering on the Promise of Biobanking
Design Considerations and Equipment of Biobanks
Software Toolsfor Biobanking in LMICs
The Importance of Cancer Biobanks in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
Biobanking in Paediatrics: A Look from Armenia as a Middle-Income Country
Biobanking of the Central Nervous System
The Importance of Biobanking COVID-19 Samples
Oncobiobanking in a Middle-Income Country: The Example of Russia
Sustainability of Biobanks and  Biobanking in LMICs
Biobanks for Enabling Research and Development by Trusted Patient Data Environment
Future Perspective of the Biobanking Field.