UC BRAID Biobanking Initiative

Led by UCLA’s Dr. Sarah Dry, the UC BRAID Biobanking Initiative was established in order for biobanks to meet emerging federal standards and help accelerate the pace of translational research. It aimed to aid in the creation of best practice documentation and a governance model for high-quality biospecimen banks. Through a broad governance model and standard processes for “UC-recognized” biobanks, this initiative ensured that biosamples were the highest possible quality and that biobanks were operating ethically and meeting professional accredited standards. It also aimed to develop biobanking educational programs. Biobanking resources include standard operating procedures for distribution, procurement, and storage as well as shared resources on developing efficient and ethical approaches to biobanking research within the UC, governance of biobanks, and outlining best practices for establishing biobanks at UC facilities. 

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Last updated
January 15, 2025