What You will Learn From This course

• 95% sample integrity through standardized preservation protocols.
• 100% compliance with ethical-legal requirements for donor rights.
• 50% reduction in pre-analytical errors using digital tracking.
• Strengthened collaborations via regional biobanking networks (e.g., H3Africa).

 

Course Curriculum

Requirements

1. Background in laboratory science, biotechnology, or related field
2. Basic understanding of sample handling and storage
3. Access to online learning materials
4. Stable internet connection for videos and assessments
5. Commitment to complete all modules and quizzes

Description

1. Course Description:

 

This course equips Biomedical Laboratory Scientists with expertise in biobanking methodologies, ethical-legal frameworks, and innovative solutions for sample preservation. Participants will master cryopreservation, FFPE techniques, and digital tracking systems while addressing challenges in resource-limited settings. Real-world case studies highlight successful implementations in African laboratories, emphasizing ethical governance and quality assurance.

 

2. Objectives:

 

By the end of this course, participants will:

 

• Explain the importance of biobanking for research and precision medicine.
• Apply preservation techniques (cryopreservation, FFPE, chemical stabilizers) with SOPs.
• Implement digital tracking systems for sample integrity and traceability.
• Navigate ethical-legal frameworks (informed consent, GDPR, Nagoya Protocol).
• Develop strategies to overcome African biobanking challenges (power outages, cost constraints).
• Advocate for community engagement and equitable sample sharing.

Instructor Profile

HealthEdu

Reviews

Uwizeyimana Beatrice

12-01-2026 11:40 AM

What a nice lesson!!!