Theme: Smart Biobanking: Automation, AI & the Future of Biospecimen Science Date: 28 January 2027 (Thursday) Venue: TMC ACTREC, Navi Mumbai
Pre-Conference Workshop – IBC 2027
About the Workshop
The Pre-Conference Workshop of the International Biobanking Conference (IBC 2027) will provide an opportunity for biobank professionals, researchers, clinicians, scientists, and students to explore emerging technologies and best practices in modern biobanking.
With a focus on Smart Biobanking, automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and the future of biospecimen science, the workshop will highlight advances in biobank operations, sample management, quality assurance, and cancer tissue biobanking. Participants will gain insights into automated biobank facilities, practical protocols, and standardized workflows that support high-quality biospecimen collection, processing, storage, and research utilization.
The workshop aims to bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and practical implementation by introducing participants to innovative technologies and approaches shaping the future of biobanking.
Highlights of the Workshop
Automated Biobanking: Tour of a high-throughput automated biobank facility.
• Hands-on Learning: Protocol demonstrations with partial hands-on experience.
• Cancer Tissue Biobanking: Best practices and workflows for cancer tissue biospecimens.
• Smart Technologies: Insights into automation and AI-enabled approaches in biobanking.
• Quality and Standardization: Understanding the importance of reliable biospecimen handling and quality management.
Who Should Attend?
The workshop is designed for:
• Biobank professionals and biorepository managers
• Students aspiring to pursue careers in basic and translational research
• Clinicians and medical researchers
• Scientists and laboratory professionals
• Pathologists and cancer researchers
• Researchers interested in biospecimen science, automation, and AI
Why Attend?
This workshop will offer participants an opportunity to understand modern biobanking infrastructure, observe automated biobank operations, learn practical protocols, and explore approaches to improving biospecimen quality and research readiness. It will be particularly valuable for those seeking to strengthen their knowledge of cancer tissue biobanking and emerging technologies in biospecimen management.
Seats for the pre-conference workshop are limited. Interested participants are encouraged to register early to secure their participation. Join us to explore how automation, artificial intelligence, and innovative biospecimen practices are transforming the future of biobanking.
Pre-Conference Workshop Schedule
| Time | Topic | Hands on / Talk / Demo | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9.30 AM to 10.00 AM | Registration & Breakfast | — | RRU Lecture Hall, 7th Floor |
| 10.00 AM to 10.15 AM | Welcome & Opening Remark by Dr. Rajesh Dikshit | Inauguration & Welcome | RRU Lecture Hall, 7th Floor |
| 10.15 AM to 10.30 AM | Welcome by Dr. Birendra Kumar Yadav | Welcome | RRU Lecture Hall, 7th Floor |
| 10.30 AM to 10.50 AM | Designing Biobank & Type of Biobank Dr. Sharayu Mhatre | Talk | RRU Lecture Hall, 7th Floor |
| 10.50 AM to 11.10 AM | Oncology Biobanking Frontier & Quality Assurance by Dr. Poonam B Gera | Talk | RRU Lecture Hall, 7th Floor |
| 11.10 AM to 11.25 AM | FFPE Biobanking & Tumor Heterogeneity by Dr. Subhash Yadav | Talk | RRU Lecture Hall, 7th Floor |
| 11.25 AM to 11.45 AM | Tea Break | — | RRU Lecture Hall, 7th Floor |
| 11.45 AM to 01.00 PM | Tumor Tissue Collection & Cryopreservation | On-site Demo in two batches | TTR Room, RRS 7th Floor |
| 01.00 PM to 02.00 PM | Lunch | — | RRU 7th Floor |
| 02.00 PM to 02.30 PM | Automation - High Throughput Biobanking & Linkage of Records | Talk & Video Demo | RRU Lecture Hall, 7th Floor |
| 02.30 PM to 04.00 PM | Virtual Tour of Automated Biobanking, Sample Collection & Transport and On-site Facts on Automated Biobanking | Video Demo & Visit | CCE, Biobank |
| 04.00 PM to 04.15 PM | Tea | — | CCE, Biobank |
| 04.15 PM to 04.45 PM | Sample Processing – Peripheral Blood, Saliva & Urine, Gut Microbiome & Stool Sample Processing for Biobanking | Demo 15 mins each in three batches | CCE, 2nd Floor |
| 04.45 PM to 05.00 PM | Q&A and Interaction | — | — |
Workshop Registration Fee Structure for 28 January, 2027
For IBC 2027 registered delegates: INR 1500/-
For IBC 2027 non-registered delegates: INR 3000/-
You can pay your fee on below given A/C details:
Bank A/C details:
Bank Name: Canara Bank
A/C Name: BioBank India Foundation
A/C No: 120000078847
Swift Code: CNRBINBBBFD
IFSC Code: CNRB0019050
Branch: Nirman Vihar, Delhi
GSTIN: 07AAETB3903B1ZC
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