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van den Driest L, Kelly P, Marshall A, Johnson CH, Lasky-Su J, Lannigan A, Rattray Z, Rattray NJ. A gap analysis of UK biobank publications reveals SNPs associated with intrinsic subtypes of breast cancer. Comput Struct Biotechnol J 2024; 23:2200-2210. [PMID: 38817965 PMCID: PMC11137368 DOI: 10.1016/j.csbj.2024.05.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2024] [Revised: 05/01/2024] [Accepted: 05/02/2024] [Indexed: 06/01/2024] Open
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Breast cancer is a multifaceted disease and a leading cause of cancer morbidity and mortality in females across the globe. In 2020 alone, 2.3 million women were diagnosed and 685,000 died of breast cancer worldwide. With the number of diagnoses projected to increase to 3 million per year by 2040 it is essential that new methods of detection and disease stratification are sought to decrease this global cancer burden. Although significant improvements have been made in breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, the prognosis of breast cancer remains poor in some patient groups (i.e. triple negative breast cancer), necessitating research into better patient stratification, diagnosis and drug discovery. The UK Biobank, a comprehensive biomedical and epidemiological database with a wide variety of multiomics data (genomics, proteomics, metabolomics) offers huge potential to uncover groundbreaking discoveries in breast cancer research leading to improved patient stratification. Combining genomic, proteomic, and metabolic profiles of breast cancer in combination with histological classification, can aid treatment decisions through accurate diagnosis and prognosis prediction of tumor behaviour. Here, we systematically reviewed PubMed publications reporting the analysis of UK Biobank data in breast cancer research. Our analysis of UK Biobank studies in the past five years identified 125 publications, of which 76 focussed on genomic data analysis. Interestingly, only two studies reported the analysis of metabolomics and proteomics data, with none performing multiomics analysis of breast cancer. A meta-analysis of the 76 publications identified 2870 genetic variants associated with breast cancer across 445 genes. Subtype analysis revealed differential genetic alteration in 13 of the 445 genes and the identification of 59 well-established breast cancer genes. in differential pathways. Pathway interaction analyses illuminated their involvement in general cancer biomolecular pathways (e.g. DNA damage repair, Gene expression). While our meta-analysis only measured genetic differences in breast cancer due to current usage of UK Biobank data, minimal multi-omics analyses have been performed and the potential for harnessing multi-omics strategies within the UK Biobank cohort holds promise for unravelling the biological signatures of distinct breast cancer subtypes further in the future.
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- Lisa van den Driest
- Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, University of Strathclyde, 161 Cathedral Street, Glasgow G4 0RE, UK
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- Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, University of Strathclyde, 161 Cathedral Street, Glasgow G4 0RE, UK
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- School of Social and Political Science, University of Edinburgh, Chrystal Macmillan Building, George Square, Edinburgh EH8 9LD, UK
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- Yale School of Public Health, Yale University, 60 College Street, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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- Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, 181 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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- NHS Lanarkshire, Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK
- Wishaw General Hospital, NHS Lanarkshire, 50 Netherton St, Wishaw ML2 0DP, UK
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- Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, University of Strathclyde, 161 Cathedral Street, Glasgow G4 0RE, UK
- NHS Lanarkshire, Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK
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- Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, University of Strathclyde, 161 Cathedral Street, Glasgow G4 0RE, UK
- NHS Lanarkshire, Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK
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Gojković A, Vladimirov S, Antonić T, Bogavać-Stanojević N, Novović K, Spasojević-Kalimanovska V, Filipić B. The influence of various sample storage conditions and sample bacterial contamination on concentrations of routine biochemical parameters. J Med Biochem 2024; 43:413-423. [PMID: 39139161 PMCID: PMC11318062 DOI: 10.5937/jomb0-40360] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2023] [Accepted: 10/21/2023] [Indexed: 08/15/2024] Open
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Background The pre-analytical (PA) phase is the most vulnerable phase of the laboratory testing procedure, with critical procedures-collection, handling, sample transport, and time and temperature of sample storage. This study aimed to examine the stability of basic biochemical parameters depending on the samples' storage conditions and the number of freeze-thaw cycles (FTCs). In parallel, the presence of sample bacterial contamination during routine laboratory work was examined. Methods Two plasma pools (ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA), and sodium-fluoride/potassium oxalate plasma (NaF)) were stored at +4 ˚C/-20 ˚C. Total chole - sterol (TC), glucose, triglycerides (TG), urea, and albumin concentrations were measured using BioSystems reagents (cholesterol oxidase/peroxidase, glucose oxidase/per - oxidase, glycerol phosphate oxidase/peroxidase, urease/ salicylate, and bromcresol green method, respectively) on Ilab 300+. Sample bacterial contamination was determined by 16S rRNA sequence analysis. The expe - riment encompassed a 5 day-period: Day 1-fresh sample, Day 2-1st FTC, Day 3-2nd FTC, Day 4-3rd FTC, Day 5-4th FTC. The appearance of bacteria in two consecutive samples was the experiment's endpoint.
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- Amara Gojković
- University of Belgrade, Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Medical Biochemistry, Belgrade
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- University of Belgrade, Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Medical Biochemistry, Belgrade
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- University of Belgrade, Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Medical Biochemistry, Belgrade
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- University of Belgrade, Institute of Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering, Belgrade
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- University of Belgrade, Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Belgrade
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Marquina C, Lloyd M, Ng W, Hess J, Evans S, Ademi Z. Evaluating Health and Well-Being Returns on Investment in a Cancer Biobank. Biopreserv Biobank 2024. [PMID: 38828511 DOI: 10.1089/bio.2024.0014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2024] Open
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Objectives: To evaluate the population health returns from investment in the Victorian Cancer Biobank (VCB), a research consortium including five hospital-integrated sample repositories located in Melbourne, Australia. Methods: This economic evaluation assigned monetary values to the health gains attributable to VCB-supported research. These were then compared with the total investment in VCB infrastructure since inception (2006-2022) to determine the return on investment (ROI). A time lag of 40 years was incorporated, recognizing the delay from investment to impact in scientific research. Health gains were therefore measured for the years 2046-2066, with a 3% discount rate applied. Health gains were measured in terms of disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) attributable to VCB-associated research, with monetary cost assigned via the standardized value of a statistical life year (AU$227,000). The age-standardized DALY rate attributable to cancer was modeled for two standpoints (1) extrapolating the current decreasing trajectory and (2) assuming nil future improvement from current rates, with 33% of the difference attributed to scientific innovation. The proportion of the aggregate health gain attributable to VCB-supported research was estimated from the number of VCB-credited scientific publications as a proportion of total oncology publications over the same period. Results: The AU$32,628,016 of public funding invested in VCB activities over the years 2006-2022 is projected to generate AU$84,561,373 in total (discounted) savings. ROI was AU$1.59 for each AU$1 invested. Conclusions: The VCB offers a strong ROI in terms of impacts on health, justifying the expenditure of public funds and supporting the use of biobanks to advance scientific research.
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- Clara Marquina
- Health Economics and Policy Evaluation Research (HEPER) Group, Centre for Medicine Use and Safety, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Health Economics and Policy Evaluation Research (HEPER) Group, Centre for Medicine Use and Safety, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Victorian Cancer Biobank, Melbourne, Australia
- Cancer Council Victoria, Melbourne, Australia
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- Victorian Cancer Biobank, Melbourne, Australia
- Cancer Council Victoria, Melbourne, Australia
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- Victorian Cancer Registry, Melbourne, Australia
- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Health Economics and Policy Evaluation Research (HEPER) Group, Centre for Medicine Use and Safety, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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Spielau C, Bunzel C, Abert S, Baldauf H, Schmidt AH, Schetelig J. The Collaborative Biobank (CoBi): Donor and recipient samples & data to facilitate future research on hematopoietic cell transplantation. Best Pract Res Clin Haematol 2024; 37:101551. [PMID: 39098795 DOI: 10.1016/j.beha.2024.101551] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2024] [Revised: 03/05/2024] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 08/06/2024]
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Biobanking provides benefit for future generations by facilitating medical research and subsequent translation and application of research findings. Long-term storage and research involving biological material and associated data necessitate the proper implementation of ethical and legal standards. A key principle includes recognizing informed consent as a crucial element for legitimizing the collection of biological material and data. Furthermore, any collected material and data must be employed exclusively for the research framework that aligns with the explicit consent provided by the participants. Last but not least, data privacy and security are essential in biobanking. This review elucidates chances and limitations of biobanking in the field of allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation. We discuss the practical implementation of the requirements, illustrated by the Collaborative Biobank, a collaborative research platform for research in blood cancer.
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- DKMS Group gGmbH, Clinical Trials Unit, Dresden, Germany
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- DKMS Group gGmbH, Clinical Trials Unit, Dresden, Germany; DKMS Group gGmbH, Tübingen, Germany
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- DKMS Group gGmbH, Clinical Trials Unit, Dresden, Germany; University Hospital Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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Galvin JW, Patterson BM, Bozoghlian M, Nepola JV, Colburn ZT. Musculoskeletal Biorepository: Establishment, Sustainment, and Tips for Success. J Am Acad Orthop Surg 2024; 32:485-493. [PMID: 38652884 DOI: 10.5435/jaaos-d-24-00153] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024] Open
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A biorepository, also referred to as a "biobank," is a collection of biologic samples that are stored for laboratory research. With the emergence of precision medicine, the importance of leveraging individual patient biomolecular signatures to improve diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment is becoming increasingly recognized. Successful development and sustainment of a biorepository provides the potential for transformative preclinical research. Establishing a biobank requires a team approach with involvement of the institutions' research laboratory team and regulatory body. Execution of research activities requires a coordinated team approach for case identification, consent process, data and specimen collection, specimen processing, and storage and archiving. The advancing fields of precision medicine and orthobiologics provide incredible opportunities for institutions to generate novel lines of inquiry in musculoskeletal diseases through a multiomics approach (genomic, transcriptomic, proteomic, microbiomic). In addition, a biobank is an important component of post-market surveillance for the rapidly emerging field of orthobiologics.
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- Joseph W Galvin
- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics, Iowa City, IA (Galvin, Patterson, Bozoghlian, and Nepola), Department of Clinical Investigation, Madigan Army Medical Center, Tacoma, WA (Colburn)
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Demircan Çeker D, Baysungur V, Evman S, Kolbaş İ, Gördebil A, Nalbantoğlu SM, Tambağ Y, Kaçar Ö, Midi A, Aslanoğlu H, Kara N, Algan N, Boyacioğlu A, Karademir Yilmaz B, Şahin A, Ülbeği Polat H, Şehitoğullari A, Çibikdiken AO, Büyükyilmaz M, Aydilek İB, Eneş A, Küçüker S, Karakaya F, Boyaci İ, Gümüş M, Şenol O, Öztuğ M, Saban E, Soysal Ö, Büyükpinarbaşili N, Turna A, Günlüoğlu MZ, Çakir A, Tekin Ş, Tazebay U, Karadağ A. LUNGBANK: a novel biorepository strategy tailored for comprehensive multiomics analysis and P-medicine applications in lung cancer. Turk J Biol 2024; 48:203-217. [PMID: 39050710 PMCID: PMC11265891 DOI: 10.55730/1300-0152.2696] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2024] [Revised: 06/26/2024] [Accepted: 05/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024] Open
Abstract
Background/aim LUNGBANK was established as part of Project LUNGMARK, pioneering a biorepository dedicated exclusively to lung cancer research. It employs cutting-edge technologies to streamline the handling of biospecimens, ensuring the acquisition of high-quality samples. This infrastructure is fortified with robust data management capabilities, enabling seamless integration of diverse datasets. LUNGBANK functions not merely as a repository but as a sophisticated platform crucial for advancing lung cancer research, poised to facilitate significant discoveries. Materials and methods LUNGBANK was meticulously designed to optimize every stage of biospecimen handling, from collection and storage to processing. Rigorous standard operating procedures and stringent quality control measures guarantee the integrity of collected biospecimens. Advanced data management protocols facilitate the efficient integration and analysis of various datasets, enhancing the depth and breadth of research possibilities in lung cancer. Results LUNGBANK has amassed a comprehensive collection of biospecimens essential for unraveling the intricate molecular mechanisms of lung cancer. The integration of state-of-the-art technologies ensures the acquisition of top-tier data, fostering breakthroughs in translational and histological research. Moreover, the establishment of patient-derived systems by LUNGBANK underscores its pivotal role in personalized medicine approaches. Conclusion The establishment of LUNGBANK marks a significant milestone in addressing the critical challenges of lung cancer research. By providing researchers with high-quality biospecimens and advanced research tools, LUNGBANK not only supports Project LUNGMARK's objectives but also contributes extensively to the broader landscape of personalized medicine. It promises to enhance our understanding of lung cancer initiation, progression, and therapeutic interventions tailored to individual patient needs, thereby advancing the field towards more effective diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.
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- Dilek Demircan Çeker
- Molecular Oncology Laboratory, Medical Biotechnology Research Group, VPLS, TÜBİTAK Marmara Research Center, Kocaeli, Turkiye
- Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Gebze Technical University, Kocaeli, Turkiye
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Health Sciences, İstanbul, Turkiye
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Süreyyapaşa Training and Research Hospital, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Süreyyapaşa Training and Research Hospital, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Süreyyapaşa Training and Research Hospital, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Süreyyapaşa Training and Research Hospital, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Molecular Oncology Laboratory, Medical Biotechnology Research Group, VPLS, TÜBİTAK Marmara Research Center, Kocaeli, Turkiye
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- Software Technologies Research Institute, TÜBİTAK Informatics and Information Security Research Center, Ankara, Turkiye
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- Molecular Oncology Laboratory, Medical Biotechnology Research Group, VPLS, TÜBİTAK Marmara Research Center, Kocaeli, Turkiye
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Bahçeşehir University, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Süreyyapaşa Training and Research Hospital, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Süreyyapaşa Training and Research Hospital, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Süreyyapaşa Training and Research Hospital, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Süreyyapaşa Training and Research Hospital, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Division of Biochemistry, Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Marmara University, İstanbul, Turkiye
- Genetic and Metabolic Diseases Research and Investigation Center (GEMHAM), Marmara University, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Division of Biochemistry, Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Marmara University, İstanbul, Turkiye
- Genetic and Metabolic Diseases Research and Investigation Center (GEMHAM), Marmara University, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Molecular Oncology Laboratory, Medical Biotechnology Research Group, VPLS, TÜBİTAK Marmara Research Center, Kocaeli, Turkiye
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Sakarya University, Sakarya, Turkiye
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- Department of Computer Sciences and Engineering, KTO Karatay University, Konya, Turkiye
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- Department of Computer Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Harran University, Şanlıurfa, Turkiye
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- Department of Computer Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Harran University, Şanlıurfa, Turkiye
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- Molecular Oncology Laboratory, Medical Biotechnology Research Group, VPLS, TÜBİTAK Marmara Research Center, Kocaeli, Turkiye
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- Molecular Oncology Laboratory, Medical Biotechnology Research Group, VPLS, TÜBİTAK Marmara Research Center, Kocaeli, Turkiye
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, İstanbul Medipol University, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, İstanbul Medeniyet University, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Atatürk University, Erzurum, Turkiye
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- TÜBİTAK National Metrology Institute, Kocaeli, Turkiye
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- TÜBİTAK National Metrology Institute, Kocaeli, Turkiye
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Bezmialem Vakıf University, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Bezmialem Vakıf University, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, İstanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, İstanbul Medipol University, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, İstanbul Medipol University, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Division of Medical Biology, Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Health Sciences, İstanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Gebze Technical University, Kocaeli, Turkiye
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- Molecular Oncology Laboratory, Medical Biotechnology Research Group, VPLS, TÜBİTAK Marmara Research Center, Kocaeli, Turkiye
- Institute of Biotechnology, Gebze Technical University, Kocaeli, Turkiye
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Wang G, Chen C, Jiang Z, Li G, Wu C, Li S. Efficient Use of Biological Data in the Web 3.0 Era by Applying Nonfungible Token Technology. J Med Internet Res 2024; 26:e46160. [PMID: 38805706 PMCID: PMC11167317 DOI: 10.2196/46160] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2023] [Revised: 09/26/2023] [Accepted: 03/24/2024] [Indexed: 05/30/2024] Open
Abstract
CryptoKitties, a trendy game on Ethereum that is an open-source public blockchain platform with a smart contract function, brought nonfungible tokens (NFTs) into the public eye in 2017. NFTs are popular because of their nonfungible properties and their unique and irreplaceable nature in the real world. The embryonic form of NFTs can be traced back to a P2P network protocol improved based on Bitcoin in 2012 that can realize decentralized digital asset transactions. NFTs have recently gained much attention and have shown an unprecedented explosive growth trend. Herein, the concept of digital asset NFTs is introduced into the medical and health field to conduct a subversive discussion on biobank operations. By converting biomedical data into NFTs, the collection and circulation of samples can be accelerated, and the transformation of resources can be promoted. In conclusion, the biobank can achieve sustainable development through "decentralization."
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- Guanyi Wang
- Department of Urology, Cancer Precision Diagnosis and Treatment and Translational Medicine Hubei Engineering Research Center, Zhongnan Hospital, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Cancer Precision Diagnosis and Treatment and Translational Medicine Hubei Engineering Research Center, Zhongnan Hospital, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Cancer Precision Diagnosis and Treatment and Translational Medicine Hubei Engineering Research Center, Zhongnan Hospital, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Cancer Precision Diagnosis and Treatment and Translational Medicine Hubei Engineering Research Center, Zhongnan Hospital, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Cancer Precision Diagnosis and Treatment and Translational Medicine Hubei Engineering Research Center, Zhongnan Hospital, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Cancer Precision Diagnosis and Treatment and Translational Medicine Hubei Engineering Research Center, Zhongnan Hospital, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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Hart NH, Nekhlyudov L, Smith TJ, Yee J, Fitch MI, Crawford GB, Koczwara B, Ashbury FD, Lustberg MB, Mollica M, Smith AL, Jefford M, Chino F, Zon R, Agar MR, Chan RJ. Survivorship Care for People Affected by Advanced or Metastatic Cancer: MASCC-ASCO Standards and Practice Recommendations. JCO Oncol Pract 2024:OP2300716. [PMID: 38684036 DOI: 10.1200/op.23.00716] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/19/2024] [Indexed: 05/02/2024] Open
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PURPOSE People with advanced or metastatic cancer and their caregivers may have different care goals and face unique challenges compared with those with early-stage disease or those nearing the end of life. These Multinational Association for Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC)-ASCO standards and practice recommendations seek to establish consistent provision of quality survivorship care for people affected by advanced or metastatic cancer. METHODS A MASCC-ASCO expert panel was formed. Standards and recommendations relevant to the provision of quality survivorship care for people affected by advanced or metastatic cancer were developed through conducting (1) a systematic review of unmet supportive care needs; (2) a scoping review of cancer survivorship, supportive care, and palliative care frameworks and guidelines; and (3) an international modified Delphi consensus process. RESULTS A systematic review involving 81 studies and a scoping review of 17 guidelines and frameworks informed the initial standards and recommendations. Subsequently, 77 experts (including eight people with lived experience) across 33 countries (33% were low- to middle-resource countries) participated in the Delphi study and achieved ≥94.8% agreement for seven standards, (1) Person-Centered Care; (2) Coordinated and Integrated Care; (3) Evidence-Based and Comprehensive Care; (4) Evaluated and Communicated Care; (5) Accessible and Equitable Care; (6) Sustainable and Resourced Care; and (7) Research and Data-Driven Care, and ≥84.2% agreement across 45 practice recommendations. CONCLUSION Standards of survivorship care for people affected by advanced or metastatic cancer are provided. These MASCC-ASCO standards support optimization of health outcomes and care experiences by providing guidance to stakeholders (health care professionals, leaders, and administrators; governments and health ministries; policymakers; advocacy agencies; cancer survivors and caregivers). Practice recommendations may be used to facilitate future research, practice, policy, and advocacy efforts.Additional information is available at www.mascc.org, www.asco.org/standards and www.asco.org/survivorship-guidelines.
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- Nicolas H Hart
- Human Performance Research Centre, INSIGHT Research Institute, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Caring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Science, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
- Exercise Medicine Research Institute, School of Medical and Health Science, Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA, Australia
- Cancer and Palliative Care Outcomes Centre, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD, Australia
- Institute for Health Research, The University of Notre Dame Australia, Perth, WA, Australia
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- Internal Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Division of General Internal Medicine and Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center, John Hopkins Medical Institutions, Baltimore, MD
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- Centre for Medical Psychology and Evidence-Based Decision-Making, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- School of Graduate Studies, Faculty of Nursing, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, Australia
- Northern Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute, College of Medicine and Public Health, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
- Flinders Cancer and Innovation Centre, Flinders Medical Centre, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- VieCure, Clinical and Scientific Division, Greenwood Village, CO
- Department of Oncology, University of Calgary, Calgary, ON, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, Yale University, New Haven, CT
- Medical Oncology Division, Yale Cancer Centre, New Haven, CT
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- Office of Cancer Survivorship, Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences, National Cancer Institute, Bethesda, MD
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- The Daffodil Centre and University of Sydney: a joint venture with Cancer Council NSW, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Australian Cancer Survivorship Centre, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Sir Peter MacCallum Department of Oncology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY
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- Michiana Hematology-Oncology, Mishawaka, IN
- Cincinnati Cancer Advisors, Norwood, OH
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- IMPACCT Research Centre, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Caring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Science, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
- Cancer and Palliative Care Outcomes Centre, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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Hart NH, Nekhlyudov L, Smith TJ, Yee J, Fitch MI, Crawford GB, Koczwara B, Ashbury FD, Lustberg MB, Mollica M, Smith AL, Jefford M, Chino F, Zon R, Agar MR, Chan RJ. Survivorship care for people affected by advanced or metastatic cancer: MASCC-ASCO standards and practice recommendations. Support Care Cancer 2024; 32:313. [PMID: 38679639 PMCID: PMC11056340 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-024-08465-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/01/2024]
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PURPOSE People with advanced or metastatic cancer and their caregivers may have different care goals and face unique challenges compared to those with early-stage disease or those nearing the end-of-life. These MASCC-ASCO standards and practice recommendations seek to establish consistent provision of quality survivorship care for people affected by advanced or metastatic cancer. METHODS An expert panel comprising MASCC and ASCO members was formed. Standards and recommendations relevant to the provision of quality survivorship care for people affected by advanced or metastatic cancer were developed through conducting: (1) a systematic review of unmet supportive care needs; (2) a scoping review of cancer survivorship, supportive care, and palliative care frameworks and guidelines; and (3) an international modified Delphi consensus process. RESULTS A systematic review involving 81 studies and a scoping review of 17 guidelines and frameworks informed the initial standards and recommendations. Subsequently, 77 experts (including 8 people with lived experience) across 33 countries (33% were low-to-middle resource countries) participated in the Delphi study and achieved ≥ 94.8% agreement for seven standards (1. Person-Centred Care; 2. Coordinated and Integrated Care; 3. Evidence-Based and Comprehensive Care; 4. Evaluated and Communicated Care; 5. Accessible and Equitable Care; 6. Sustainable and Resourced Care; 7. Research and Data-Driven Care) and ≥ 84.2% agreement across 45 practice recommendations. CONCLUSION Standards of survivorship care for people affected by advanced or metastatic cancer are provided. These MASCC-ASCO standards will support optimization of health outcomes and care experiences by providing guidance to stakeholders in cancer care (healthcare professionals, leaders, and administrators; governments and health ministries; policymakers; advocacy agencies; cancer survivors and caregivers. Practice recommendations may be used to facilitate future research, practice, policy, and advocacy efforts.
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- Nicolas H Hart
- Human Performance Research Centre, INSIGHT Research Institute, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Sydney, NSW, Australia.
- Caring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Science, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia.
- Exercise Medicine Research Institute, School of Medical and Health Science, Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA, Australia.
- Cancer and Palliative Care Outcomes Centre, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD, Australia.
- Institute for Health Research, The University of Notre Dame Australia, Perth, WA, Australia.
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- Internal Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Division of General Internal Medicine and Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center, John Hopkins Medical Institutions, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Centre for Medical Psychology and Evidence-Based Decision-Making, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- School of Graduate Studies, Faculty of Nursing, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, Australia
- Northern Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute, College of Medicine and Public Health, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
- Flinders Cancer and Innovation Centre, Flinders Medical Centre, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- VieCure, Clinical and Scientific Division, Greenwood Village, CO, USA
- Department of Oncology, University of Calgary, Calgary, ON, Canada
- Internal Medicine-Medical Oncology, College of Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus , OH, USA
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- Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, Yale University, New Haven, CT, USA
- Medical Oncology Division, Yale Cancer Centre, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Office of Cancer Survivorship, Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences, National Cancer Institute, Bethesda, MD, USA
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- The Daffodil Centre and University of Sydney: a joint venture with Cancer Council NSW, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Australian Cancer Survivorship Centre, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Sir Peter MacCallum Department of Oncology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, USA
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- Michiana Hematology-Oncology, Mishawaka, IN, USA
- Cincinnati Cancer Advisors, Norwood, OH, USA
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- IMPACCT Research Centre, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Caring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Science, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
- Cancer and Palliative Care Outcomes Centre, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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Zelisse HS, de Ridder S, van Gent MDJM, Mom CH, Wisman GBA, Roes EM, Reyners AKL, Piek JM, Nieuwenhuyzen-de Boer GM, Lok CAR, de Kroon CD, Kooreman LFS, Janssen MJ, Jansen MP, Horlings HM, Collée M, Broeks A, Boere IA, Bart J, van Altena AM, Heeling M, Stoter IM, Voorham QJ, van de Vijver MJ, Dijk F, Belien JAM. The Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure of the Multicenter Archipelago of Ovarian Cancer Research Biobank: A Potential Blueprint for Other Biobanks. Biopreserv Biobank 2024. [PMID: 38682281 DOI: 10.1089/bio.2023.0118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/01/2024] Open
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Objective: Biobanks play a crucial role in fundamental and translational research by storing valuable biomaterials and data for future analyses. However, the design of their information technology (IT) infrastructures is often customized to specific requirements, thereby lacking the ability to be used for biobanks comprising other (types of) diseases. This results in substantial costs, time, and efforts for each new biobank project. The Dutch multicenter Archipelago of Ovarian Cancer Research (AOCR) biobank has developed an innovative, reusable IT infrastructure capable of adaptation to various biobanks, thereby enabling cost-effective and efficient implementation and management of biobank IT systems. Methods and Results: The AOCR IT infrastructure incorporates preexisting biobank software, mainly managed by Health-RI. The web-based registration tool Ldot is used for secure storage and pseudonymization of patient data. Clinicopathological data are retrieved from the Netherlands Cancer Registry and the Dutch nationwide pathology databank (Palga), both established repositories, reducing administrative workload and ensuring high data quality. Metadata of collected biomaterials are stored in the OpenSpecimen system. For digital pathology research, a hematoxylin and eosin-stained slide from each patient's tumor is digitized and uploaded to Slide Score. Furthermore, adhering to the Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable (FAIR) principles, genomic data derived from the AOCR samples are stored in cBioPortal. Conclusion: The IT infrastructure of the AOCR biobank represents a new standard for biobanks, offering flexibility to handle diverse diseases and types of biomaterials. This infrastructure bypasses the need for disease-specific, custom-built software, thereby being cost- and time-effective while ensuring data quality and legislative compliance. The adaptability of this infrastructure highlights its potential to serve as a blueprint for the development of IT infrastructures in both new and existing biobanks.
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- Hein S Zelisse
- Department of Pathology, Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam Reproduction & Development Research Institute, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Pathology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Gynaecologic Oncology, Centre for Gynaecologic Oncology Amsterdam, Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Gynaecologic Oncology, Centre for Gynaecologic Oncology Amsterdam, Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Gynaecologic Oncology, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Medical Oncology, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Catharina Hospital, Catharina Cancer Institute, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
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- Department of Gynaecological Oncology, Centre for Gynaecologic Oncology Amsterdam, Antoni van Leeuwenhoek, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands
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- Department of Pathology and GROW, School for Oncology & Developmental Biology, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Gynecological Oncology, Medisch Spectrum Twente, Enschede, the Netherlands
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Pathology, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Genetics, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of CFMPB (Core Facility - Molecular Pathology and Biobanking), The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Pathology and Medical Biology, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Pathology, Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam Reproduction & Development Research Institute, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Pathology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Pathology, Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Pathology, Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Pathology, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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Oyuchua M, Siengsanan-Lamont J, Le KK, Kamolsiripichaiporn S, Areerob J, Thongkamkoon P, Theppangna W, Phommachanh P, Tum S, Johnson B, Blacksell SD. The Importance and Challenges of Implementing and Maintaining Biorepositories for High-Consequence Veterinary and One Health Pathogens in South-East Asia. APPLIED BIOSAFETY 2024; 29:35-44. [PMID: 38434101 PMCID: PMC10902268 DOI: 10.1089/apb.2023.0006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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Introduction Emerging infectious diseases pose a threat to public health and the economy, especially in developing countries. Southeast Asian veterinary laboratories handle numerous high-risk pathogens, making pathogen accountability crucial for safe handling and storage. Methods Thirteen veterinary laboratories in Cambodia (n = 1), Lao People's Democratic Republic (n = 1), and Thailand (n = 11) participated in a study conducted between 2019 and 2020. Data were collected using a questionnaire, group discussions, and interviews. Conclusion Significant gaps in biosecurity and biorepository management were recognized and discussed in the context of regional biosafety and biosecurity. Laboratories could use the findings and recommendations of the study to develop or improve their pathogen inventory and biosecurity systems. Governments play a significant role in setting standards and regulations and providing necessary support for laboratories to maintain inventory controls sustainably and have a very important role to play in ensuring biosafety and biosecurity compliance.
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- Malinee Oyuchua
- Mahidol-Oxford Tropical Research Medicine Unit, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Mahidol-Oxford Tropical Research Medicine Unit, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Mahidol-Oxford Tropical Research Medicine Unit, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Mahidol-Oxford Tropical Research Medicine Unit, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Mahidol-Oxford Tropical Research Medicine Unit, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- National Institute of Animal Health, Department of Livestock Development, Bangkok, Thailand
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- National Animal Health Laboratory, Department of Livestock and Fisheries, Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, Vientiane, Lao PDR
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- National Animal Health Laboratory, Department of Livestock and Fisheries, Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, Vientiane, Lao PDR
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- National Animal Health and Production Research Institute, General Directorate for Animal, Health and Production, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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- Biosafety and Biosecurity International, Merritt Island, Florida, USA
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- Mahidol-Oxford Tropical Research Medicine Unit, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Centre for Tropical Medicine and Global Health, Nuffield Department of Medicine, Nuffield Department of Medicine Research Building, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
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Qu S, Xu R, Yi G, Li Z, Zhang H, Qi S, Huang G. Patient-derived organoids in human cancer: a platform for fundamental research and precision medicine. MOLECULAR BIOMEDICINE 2024; 5:6. [PMID: 38342791 PMCID: PMC10859360 DOI: 10.1186/s43556-023-00165-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2023] [Accepted: 12/08/2023] [Indexed: 02/13/2024] Open
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Cancer is associated with a high degree of heterogeneity, encompassing both inter- and intra-tumor heterogeneity, along with considerable variability in clinical response to common treatments across patients. Conventional models for tumor research, such as in vitro cell cultures and in vivo animal models, demonstrate significant limitations that fall short of satisfying the research requisites. Patient-derived tumor organoids, which recapitulate the structures, specific functions, molecular characteristics, genomics alterations and expression profiles of primary tumors. They have been efficaciously implemented in illness portrayal, mechanism exploration, high-throughput drug screening and assessment, discovery of innovative therapeutic targets and potential compounds, and customized treatment regimen for cancer patients. In contrast to conventional models, tumor organoids offer an intuitive, dependable, and efficient in vitro research model by conserving the phenotypic, genetic diversity, and mutational attributes of the originating tumor. Nevertheless, the organoid technology also confronts the bottlenecks and challenges, such as how to comprehensively reflect intra-tumor heterogeneity, tumor microenvironment, tumor angiogenesis, reduce research costs, and establish standardized construction processes while retaining reliability. This review extensively examines the use of tumor organoid techniques in fundamental research and precision medicine. It emphasizes the importance of patient-derived tumor organoid biobanks for drug development, screening, safety evaluation, and personalized medicine. Additionally, it evaluates the application of organoid technology as an experimental tumor model to better understand the molecular mechanisms of tumor. The intent of this review is to explicate the significance of tumor organoids in cancer research and to present new avenues for the future of tumor research.
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- Shanqiang Qu
- Department of Neurosurgery, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou Dadao Bei Street 1838, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China
- The Laboratory for Precision Neurosurgery, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China
- Nanfang Glioma Center, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China
- Institute of Brain disease, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou Dadao Bei Street 1838, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China
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- The Laboratory for Precision Neurosurgery, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China
- The First Clinical Medical College of Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou Dadao Bei Street 1838, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China
- Nanfang Glioma Center, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China
- Institute of Brain disease, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou Dadao Bei Street 1838, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou Dadao Bei Street 1838, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China
- Nanfang Glioma Center, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China
- Institute of Brain disease, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou Dadao Bei Street 1838, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou Dadao Bei Street 1838, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China
- The Laboratory for Precision Neurosurgery, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou Dadao Bei Street 1838, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China.
- The Laboratory for Precision Neurosurgery, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China.
- Nanfang Glioma Center, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China.
- Institute of Brain disease, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou Dadao Bei Street 1838, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou Dadao Bei Street 1838, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China.
- The Laboratory for Precision Neurosurgery, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China.
- Nanfang Glioma Center, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China.
- Institute of Brain disease, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou Dadao Bei Street 1838, Guangzhou, 510515, Guangdong, China.
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Brancato V, Esposito G, Coppola L, Cavaliere C, Mirabelli P, Scapicchio C, Borgheresi R, Neri E, Salvatore M, Aiello M. Standardizing digital biobanks: integrating imaging, genomic, and clinical data for precision medicine. J Transl Med 2024; 22:136. [PMID: 38317237 PMCID: PMC10845786 DOI: 10.1186/s12967-024-04891-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 01/14/2024] [Indexed: 02/07/2024] Open
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Advancements in data acquisition and computational methods are generating a large amount of heterogeneous biomedical data from diagnostic domains such as clinical imaging, pathology, and next-generation sequencing (NGS), which help characterize individual differences in patients. However, this information needs to be available and suitable to promote and support scientific research and technological development, supporting the effective adoption of the precision medicine approach in clinical practice. Digital biobanks can catalyze this process, facilitating the sharing of curated and standardized imaging data, clinical, pathological and molecular data, crucial to enable the development of a comprehensive and personalized data-driven diagnostic approach in disease management and fostering the development of computational predictive models. This work aims to frame this perspective, first by evaluating the state of standardization of individual diagnostic domains and then by identifying challenges and proposing a possible solution towards an integrative approach that can guarantee the suitability of information that can be shared through a digital biobank. Our analysis of the state of the art shows the presence and use of reference standards in biobanks and, generally, digital repositories for each specific domain. Despite this, standardization to guarantee the integration and reproducibility of the numerical descriptors generated by each domain, e.g. radiomic, pathomic and -omic features, is still an open challenge. Based on specific use cases and scenarios, an integration model, based on the JSON format, is proposed that can help address this problem. Ultimately, this work shows how, with specific standardization and promotion efforts, the digital biobank model can become an enabling technology for the comprehensive study of diseases and the effective development of data-driven technologies at the service of precision medicine.
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- Bio Check Up S.R.L, 80121, Naples, Italy
- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Naples Federico II, 80131, Naples, Italy
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- UOS Laboratori di Ricerca e Biobanca, AORN Santobono-Pausilipon, Via Teresa Ravaschieri, 8, 80122, Naples, Italy
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- Academic Radiology, Department of Translational Research, University of Pisa, via Roma, 67, 56126, Pisa, Italy
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- Academic Radiology, Department of Translational Research, University of Pisa, via Roma, 67, 56126, Pisa, Italy
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- Academic Radiology, Department of Translational Research, University of Pisa, via Roma, 67, 56126, Pisa, Italy
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Alpeeva EV, Sharova NP, Sharov KS, Vorotelyak EA. Russian Biodiversity Collections: A Professional Opinion Survey. Animals (Basel) 2023; 13:3777. [PMID: 38136814 PMCID: PMC10740833 DOI: 10.3390/ani13243777] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2023] [Revised: 10/15/2023] [Accepted: 11/22/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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Biodiversity collections are important vehicles for protecting endangered wildlife in situations of adverse anthropogenic influence. In Russia, there are currently a number of institution- and museum-based biological collections, but there are no nation-wide centres of biodiversity collections. In this paper, we report on the results of our survey of 324 bioconservation, big-data, and ecology specialists from different regions of Russia in regard to the necessity to create several large national biodiversity centres of wildlife protection. The survey revealed specific goals that have to be fulfilled during the development of these centres for the protection and restoration of endangered wildlife species. The top three problems/tasks (topics) are the following: (1) the necessity to create large national centres for different types of specimens; (2) the full sequencing and creation of different "omic" (genomic, proteomic, transcriptomic, etc.) databases; (3) full digitisation of a biodiversity collection/centre. These goals may constitute a guideline for the future of biodiversity collections in Russia that would be targeted at protecting and restoring endangered species. With the due network service level, the translation of the website into English, and permission from the regulator (Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Russian Federation), it can also become an international project.
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- Koltzov Institute of Developmental Biology of Russian Academy of Sciences, 26 Vavilov Street, 119334 Moscow, Russia; (E.V.A.); (N.P.S.)
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Cazzaniga G, Eccher A, Munari E, Marletta S, Bonoldi E, Della Mea V, Cadei M, Sbaraglia M, Guerriero A, Dei Tos AP, Pagni F, L’Imperio V. Natural Language Processing to extract SNOMED-CT codes from pathological reports. Pathologica 2023; 115:318-324. [PMID: 38180139 PMCID: PMC10767798 DOI: 10.32074/1591-951x-952] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2023] [Accepted: 11/17/2023] [Indexed: 01/06/2024] Open
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Objective The use of standardized structured reports (SSR) and suitable terminologies like SNOMED-CT can enhance data retrieval and analysis, fostering large-scale studies and collaboration. However, the still large prevalence of narrative reports in our laboratories warrants alternative and automated labeling approaches. In this project, natural language processing (NLP) methods were used to associate SNOMED-CT codes to structured and unstructured reports from an Italian Digital Pathology Department. Methods Two NLP-based automatic coding systems (support vector machine, SVM, and long-short term memory, LSTM) were trained and applied to a series of narrative reports. Results The 1163 cases were tested with both algorithms, showing good performances in terms of accuracy, precision, recall, and F1 score, with SVM showing slightly better performances as compared to LSTM (0.84, 0.87, 0.83, 0.82 vs 0.83, 0.85, 0.83, 0.82, respectively). The integration of an explainability allowed identification of terms and groups of words of importance, enabling fine-tuning, balancing semantic meaning and model performance. Conclusions AI tools allow the automatic SNOMED-CT labeling of the pathology archives, providing a retrospective fix to the large lack of organization of narrative reports.
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- Giorgio Cazzaniga
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, Pathology, IRCCS Fondazione San Gerardo dei Tintori, University of Milano-Bicocca, Italy
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- Section of Pathology, Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences for Children and Adults, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, University Hospital of Modena, Modena, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Public Health, Section of Pathology, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Public Health, Section of Pathology, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Unit of Surgical Pathology and Cytogenetics, ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Mathematics, Computer Science and Physics, University of Udine, Udine, Italy
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- Pathology Unit, ASST Spedali Civili di Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Surgical Pathology and Cytopathology Unit, Department of Medicine-DIMED, University of Padua School of Medicine, Padua, Italy
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- Surgical Pathology and Cytopathology Unit, Department of Medicine-DIMED, University of Padua School of Medicine, Padua, Italy
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- Surgical Pathology and Cytopathology Unit, Department of Medicine-DIMED, University of Padua School of Medicine, Padua, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, Pathology, IRCCS Fondazione San Gerardo dei Tintori, University of Milano-Bicocca, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, Pathology, IRCCS Fondazione San Gerardo dei Tintori, University of Milano-Bicocca, Italy
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Chang Z, Hu H, Pan X, Liu C, Liu K, Zhang Y, Xu S, Cheng J, Zhang Q, Wan Q, Xiao L, Liang X, Huang H, Cheng ZJ, Sun B. Impact of ultra-low temperature storage on serum sIgE detection and allergic disease biobank feasibility. Sci Rep 2023; 13:20814. [PMID: 38012234 PMCID: PMC10682422 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-47915-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2023] [Accepted: 11/20/2023] [Indexed: 11/29/2023] Open
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Research has shown that the concentration and composition of biological samples may change after long-term ultra-low temperature storage. Consequently, this study examined the effect of ultra-low temperature storage on serum sIgE detection by comparing sIgE concentrations at various durations from the time of sample storage to subsequent testing. We selected 40 serum samples from the Guangzhou Medical University Affiliated First Hospital Biobank, which had been tested for house dust mites, dog hair, tobacco mold, cockroaches, and cow milk allergen sIgE. Samples were categorized by storage duration: 14 samples stored for 10 years, 12 for 5 years, and 14 for 3 years. They were also classified by sIgE positive levels: 15 samples at levels 1-2, 15 at levels 3-4, and 10 at levels 5-6. The allergen sIgE of these samples was retested using the same technology. Regardless of the type of allergen or the level of positivity, the majority of sIgE concentrations measured at the time of storage were higher than the current measurements, but the difference was not statistically significant. The correlation between the sIgE results at the time of storage and the current results was high for samples stored for 10 years (rs = 0.991, P < 0.001) and 5 years (rs = 0.964, P < 0.001). Serum allergen sIgE is stable when stored under ultra-low temperature conditions, making the construction of a biological sample bank for allergic diseases feasible. This will facilitate researchers in quickly obtaining samples, conducting technical research, and translating findings, thereby promoting the development of the field of allergy through integration of industry, academia, and research.
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- Zhenglin Chang
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, National Center for Respiratory Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, National Center for Respiratory Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, National Center for Respiratory Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, National Center for Respiratory Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, National Center for Respiratory Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, National Center for Respiratory Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, National Center for Respiratory Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, National Center for Respiratory Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, National Center for Respiratory Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, National Center for Respiratory Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, National Center for Respiratory Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, National Center for Respiratory Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, National Center for Respiratory Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China.
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, National Center for Respiratory Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China.
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, National Center for Respiratory Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China.
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Zheng L, Wang L. Comprehensive information management system for a medical research cohort biobank based on quality by design. BMC Med Inform Decis Mak 2023; 23:222. [PMID: 37845654 PMCID: PMC10580628 DOI: 10.1186/s12911-023-02318-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2023] [Accepted: 09/30/2023] [Indexed: 10/18/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND With the development of big health and big data, cohort research has become a medical research hotspot. As an important repository of human genetic resources, biobanks must adapt to the requirements of large-scale and efficient operation. Thus, biobanks urgently need to design and build a legal, convenient, and efficient information management system. METHODS This study applies the concept of "quality by design" to build a comprehensive biobank information management system based on the analysis of user requirements, legal and regulatory risks, and industry-standard requirements. The system integrates the management of scientific research projects, biological specimens, clinical information, quality control, and multi-dimensional information query and development. After 10 months of its operation, the comprehensive management system was evaluated through statistical analysis of the efficiency of the construction of the pregnancy-birth cohort and the quality of genetic resources. RESULTS Since the system's launch, the statistics on cohort construction efficiency show that the enrollment rate of eligible pregnant women has increased, and the rate of missing volunteers has dropped. The time needed to establish a 1000-person cohort (with complete biological samples and clinical information in early, middle, and late pregnancy) was reduced, and the effective tracking rate of the samples was 77.42%. The error rate of the deep cryogenic refrigerator decreased, with a clinical information integrity rate of 96.47%. CONCLUSIONS The comprehensive biobank information management system constructed with the "quality by design" concept is well suited to meet the requirements of medical research. This study provides a solution for designing a comprehensive information system for medical institutions' biobanks.
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- Lianshuai Zheng
- Biobank of Lianyungang Maternal and Child Health Hospital, Lianyungang Maternal and Child Health Hospital, Jiangsu, China
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- Biobank of Lianyungang Maternal and Child Health Hospital, Lianyungang Maternal and Child Health Hospital, Jiangsu, China.
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Assirelli E, Naldi S, Brusi V, Ciaffi J, Lisi L, Mancarella L, Pignatti F, Pulsatelli L, Faldini C, Ursini F, Neri S. Building a rheumatology biobank for reliable basic/translational research and precision medicine. Front Med (Lausanne) 2023; 10:1228874. [PMID: 37746090 PMCID: PMC10513757 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2023.1228874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2023] [Accepted: 08/07/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023] Open
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Research biobanks are non-profit structures that collect, manipulate, store, analyze and distribute systematically organized biological samples and data for research and development purposes. Over the recent years, we have established a biobank, the Rheumatology BioBank (RheumaBank) headed by the Medicine and Rheumatology unit of the IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli (IOR) in Bologna, Italy for the purpose of collecting, processing, storing, and distributing biological samples and associated data obtained from patients suffering from inflammatory joint diseases. RheumaBank is a research biobank, and its main objective is to promote large-scale, high-quality basic, translational, and clinical research studies that can help elucidate pathogenetic mechanisms and improve personalization of treatment choice in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and other spondyloarthritides (SpA).
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- Elisa Assirelli
- Medicine and Rheumatology Unit, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Medicine and Rheumatology Unit, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Medicine and Rheumatology Unit, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Medicine and Rheumatology Unit, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Medicine and Rheumatology Unit, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Medicine and Rheumatology Unit, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Medicine and Rheumatology Unit, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Laboratory of Immunorheumatology and Tissue Regeneration, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopedic and Traumatology Department, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Medicine and Rheumatology Unit, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Medicine and Rheumatology Unit, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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Safonov A, Nomakuchi TT, Chao E, Horton C, Dolinsky JS, Yussuf A, Richardson M, Speare V, Li S, Bogus ZC, Bonanni M, Raper A, Kallish S, Ritchie MD, Nathanson KL, Drivas TG. A genotype-first approach identifies high incidence of NF1 pathogenic variants with distinct disease associations. MEDRXIV : THE PREPRINT SERVER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES 2023:2023.08.08.23293676. [PMID: 37609227 PMCID: PMC10441497 DOI: 10.1101/2023.08.08.23293676] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/24/2023]
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Loss of function variants in the NF1 gene cause neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1), a genetic disorder characterized by complete penetrance, prevalence of 1 in 3,000, characteristic physical exam findings, and a substantially increased risk for malignancy. However, our understanding of the disorder is entirely based on patients ascertained through phenotype-first approaches. Leveraging a genotype-first approach in two large patient cohorts, we demonstrate unexpectedly high prevalence (1 in 450-750) of NF1 pathogenic variants. Half were identified in individuals lacking clinical features of NF1, with many appearing to have post-zygotic mosaicism for the identified variant. Incidentally discovered variants were not associated with classic NF1 features but were associated with an increased incidence of malignancy compared to a control population. Our findings suggest that NF1 pathogenic variants are substantially more common than previously thought, often characterized by somatic mosaicism and reduced penetrance, and are important contributors to cancer risk in the general population.
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Bettio V, Mazzucco E, Aleni C, Cracas S, Rinaldi C, Antona A, Varalda M, Venetucci J, Ferrante D, Rimedio A, Capello D. UPO Biobank: The Challenge of Integrating Biobanking into the Academic Environment to Support Translational Research. J Pers Med 2023; 13:911. [PMID: 37373900 DOI: 10.3390/jpm13060911] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2023] [Revised: 05/18/2023] [Accepted: 05/26/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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Biobanks are driving motors of precision and personalized medicine by providing high-quality biological material/data through the standardization and harmonization of their collection, preservation, and distribution. UPO Biobank was established in 2020 as an institutional, disease, and population biobank within the University of Piemonte Orientale (UPO) for the promotion and support of high-quality, multidisciplinary studies. UPO Biobank collaborates with UPO researchers, sustaining academic translational research, and supports the Novara Cohort Study, a longitudinal cohort study involving the population in the Novara area that will collect data and biological specimens that will be available for epidemiological, public health, and biological studies on aging. UPO Biobank has been developed by implementing the quality standards for the field and the ethical and legal issues and normative about privacy protection, data collection, and sharing. As a member of the "Biobanking and Biomolecular Resources Research Infrastructure" (BBMRI) network, UPO Biobank aims to expand its activity worldwide and launch cooperation with new national and international partners and researchers. The objective of this manuscript is to report an institutional and operational experience through the description of the technical and procedural solutions and ethical and scientific implications associated with the establishment of this university research biobank.
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- Valentina Bettio
- UPO Biobank, University of Piemonte Orientale, 28100 Novara, Italy
- Department of Translational Medicine, Center of Excellence in Aging Sciences, University of Piemonte Orientale, 28100 Novara, Italy
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- UPO Biobank, University of Piemonte Orientale, 28100 Novara, Italy
- Department of Translational Medicine, Center of Excellence in Aging Sciences, University of Piemonte Orientale, 28100 Novara, Italy
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- Department of Sustainable Development and Ecological Transition, University of Piemonte Orientale, 13100 Vercelli, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medicine, Center of Excellence in Aging Sciences, University of Piemonte Orientale, 28100 Novara, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medicine, Center of Excellence in Aging Sciences, University of Piemonte Orientale, 28100 Novara, Italy
- Learning and Research Area, A.O.U. Maggiore della Carità, 28100 Novara, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medicine, Center of Excellence in Aging Sciences, University of Piemonte Orientale, 28100 Novara, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medicine, Center of Excellence in Aging Sciences, University of Piemonte Orientale, 28100 Novara, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medicine, Center of Excellence in Aging Sciences, University of Piemonte Orientale, 28100 Novara, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medicine, Center of Excellence in Aging Sciences, University of Piemonte Orientale, 28100 Novara, Italy
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- Ethics Committee of the University "Hospital Major of Charity" in Novara, Local Health Authorities Biella, 28100 Novara, Italy
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- UPO Biobank, University of Piemonte Orientale, 28100 Novara, Italy
- Department of Translational Medicine, Center of Excellence in Aging Sciences, University of Piemonte Orientale, 28100 Novara, Italy
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Guimaraes AB, Correia AT, da Silva RS, Dos Santos ES, de Souza Xavier Costa N, Dolhnikoff M, Maizato M, Cestari IA, Pego-Fernandes PM, Guerreiro Cardoso PF. Evaluation of Structural Viability of Porcine Tracheal Scaffolds after 3 and 6 Months of Storage under Three Different Protocols. Bioengineering (Basel) 2023; 10:bioengineering10050584. [PMID: 37237655 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering10050584] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2023] [Revised: 04/28/2023] [Accepted: 05/06/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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Tracheal replacement with a bioengineered tracheal substitute has been developed for long-segment tracheal diseases. The decellularized tracheal scaffold is an alternative for cell seeding. It is not defined if the storage scaffold produces changes in the scaffold's biomechanical properties. We tested three protocols for porcine tracheal scaffold preservation immersed in PBS and alcohol 70%, in the fridge and under cryopreservation. Ninety-six porcine tracheas (12 in natura, 84 decellularized) were divided into three groups (PBS, alcohol, and cryopreservation). Twelve tracheas were analyzed after three and six months. The assessment included residual DNA, cytotoxicity, collagen contents, and mechanical properties. Decellularization increased the maximum load and stress in the longitudinal axis and decreased the maximum load in the transverse axis. The decellularization of the porcine trachea produced structurally viable scaffolds, with a preserved collagen matrix suitable for further bioengineering. Despite the cyclic washings, the scaffolds remained cytotoxic. The comparison of the storage protocols (PBS at 4 °C, alcohol at 4 °C, and slow cooling cryopreservation with cryoprotectants) showed no significant differences in the amount of collagen and in the biomechanical properties of the scaffolds. Storage in PBS solution at 4 °C for six months did not change the scaffold mechanics.
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- Alberto Bruning Guimaraes
- Organ and Tissue Laboratory, LIM 61, Division of Thoracic Surgery, Instituto do Coracao do Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo 05403-904, Brazil
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- Organ and Tissue Laboratory, LIM 61, Division of Thoracic Surgery, Instituto do Coracao do Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo 05403-904, Brazil
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- Organ and Tissue Laboratory, LIM 61, Division of Thoracic Surgery, Instituto do Coracao do Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo 05403-904, Brazil
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- Organ and Tissue Laboratory, LIM 61, Division of Thoracic Surgery, Instituto do Coracao do Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo 05403-904, Brazil
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- Laboratorio de Poluicao Atmosferica Experimental (LIM05), Departamento de Patologia, Faculdade de Medicina FMUSP, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo 01246-000, Brazil
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- Laboratorio de Poluicao Atmosferica Experimental (LIM05), Departamento de Patologia, Faculdade de Medicina FMUSP, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo 01246-000, Brazil
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- Bioengenharia, Instituto do Coração do Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo 05403-904, Brazil
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- Bioengenharia, Instituto do Coração do Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo 05403-904, Brazil
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- Organ and Tissue Laboratory, LIM 61, Division of Thoracic Surgery, Instituto do Coracao do Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo 05403-904, Brazil
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- Organ and Tissue Laboratory, LIM 61, Division of Thoracic Surgery, Instituto do Coracao do Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo 05403-904, Brazil
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Safarlou CW, Jongsma KR, Vermeulen R, Bredenoord AL. The ethical aspects of exposome research: a systematic review. EXPOSOME 2023; 3:osad004. [PMID: 37745046 PMCID: PMC7615114 DOI: 10.1093/exposome/osad004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/26/2023]
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In recent years, exposome research has been put forward as the next frontier for the study of human health and disease. Exposome research entails the analysis of the totality of environmental exposures and their corresponding biological responses within the human body. Increasingly, this is operationalized by big-data approaches to map the effects of internal as well as external exposures using smart sensors and multiomics technologies. However, the ethical implications of exposome research are still only rarely discussed in the literature. Therefore, we conducted a systematic review of the academic literature regarding both the exposome and underlying research fields and approaches, to map the ethical aspects that are relevant to exposome research. We identify five ethical themes that are prominent in ethics discussions: the goals of exposome research, its standards, its tools, how it relates to study participants, and the consequences of its products. Furthermore, we provide a number of general principles for how future ethics research can best make use of our comprehensive overview of the ethical aspects of exposome research. Lastly, we highlight three aspects of exposome research that are most in need of ethical reflection: the actionability of its findings, the epidemiological or clinical norms applicable to exposome research, and the meaning and action-implications of bias.
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- Caspar W. Safarlou
- Department of Global Public Health and Bioethics, Julius Center for
Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The
Netherlands
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- Department of Global Public Health and Bioethics, Julius Center for
Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The
Netherlands
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- Department of Global Public Health and Bioethics, Julius Center for
Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The
Netherlands
- Department of Population Health Sciences, Utrecht University,
Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Global Public Health and Bioethics, Julius Center for
Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The
Netherlands
- Erasmus School of Philosophy, Erasmus University Rotterdam,
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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Giannella E, Notarangelo V, Motta C, Sancesario G. Biobanking for Neurodegenerative Diseases: Challenge for Translational Research and Data Privacy. Neuroscientist 2023; 29:190-201. [PMID: 34353130 DOI: 10.1177/10738584211036693] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Biobanking has emerged as a strategic challenge to promote knowledge on neurological diseases, by the application of translational research. Due to the inaccessibility of the central nervous system, the advent of biobanks, as structure collecting biospecimens and associated data, are essential to turn experimental results into clinical practice. Findings from basic research, omics sciences, and in silico studies, definitely require validation in clinically well-defined cohorts of patients, even more valuable when longitudinal, or including preclinical and asymptomatic individuals. Finally, collecting biological samples requires a great effort to guarantee respect for transparency and protection of sensitive data of patients and donors. Since the European General Data Protection Regulation 2016/679 has been approved, concerns about the use of data in biomedical research have emerged. In this narrative review, we focus on the essential role of biobanking for translational research on neurodegenerative diseases. Moreover, we address considerations for biological samples and data collection, the importance of standardization in the preanalytical phase, data protection (ethical and legal) and the role of donors in improving research in this field.
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- Emilia Giannella
- Biobank, IRCCS Santa Lucia Foundation, Rome, Italy.,Experimental Neuroscience, European Center for Brain Research, Rome, Italy
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- Dept Clinical and Behavioural Neurology, IRCCS Santa Lucia Foundation, Rome, Italy
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- Biobank, IRCCS Santa Lucia Foundation, Rome, Italy.,Experimental Neuroscience, European Center for Brain Research, Rome, Italy
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Fuchs YF, Brunner J, Weigelt M, Schieferdecker A, Morgenstern R, Sturm A, Winter B, Jambor H, Stölzel F, Ruhnke L, von Bonin M, Rücker-Braun E, Heidenreich F, Fuchs A, Bonifacio E, Bornhäuser M, Poitz DM, Altmann H. Next Generation Biobanking: Employing a Robotic System for Automated Mononuclear Cell Isolation. Biopreserv Biobank 2023; 21:106-110. [PMID: 36251308 PMCID: PMC9963478 DOI: 10.1089/bio.2021.0181] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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- Yannick F. Fuchs
- Center for Regenerative Therapies Dresden, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Medical Department I, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Center for Regenerative Therapies Dresden, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- National Center for Tumor Diseases (NCT), Partner Site Dresden, Germany and German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany
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- Center for Regenerative Therapies Dresden, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- National Center for Tumor Diseases (NCT), Partner Site Dresden, Germany and German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany
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- Mildred Scheel Early Career Center, Medical Faculty, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Medical Department I, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Medical Department I, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Medical Department I, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Medical Department I, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany.,Clinical Trials Unit, DKMS gGmbH, Dresden, Germany
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- Medical Department I, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany.,Clinical Trials Unit, DKMS gGmbH, Dresden, Germany
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- Center for Regenerative Therapies Dresden, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany.,Mildred Scheel Early Career Center, Medical Faculty, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Center for Regenerative Therapies Dresden, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Medical Department I, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany.,National Center for Tumor Diseases (NCT), Partner Site Dresden, Germany and German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany
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- Institute for Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine, University Hospital and Faculty of Medicine Carl Gustav Carus of TU Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Medical Department I, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany.,National Center for Tumor Diseases (NCT), Partner Site Dresden, Germany and German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany.,Address correspondence to: Heidi Altmann, PhD, Medical Department I, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technische Universität Dresden, Fetscherstr. 74, Dresden 01307, Germany
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Brief Reports Prepared by Students and Graduates of Master of Science in Biobanking. Biopreserv Biobank 2023; 21:98-105. [PMID: 36169634 PMCID: PMC9963501 DOI: 10.1089/bio.2022.0064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Paltta J, Heikkilä HK, Pirilä L, Eklund KK, Huhtakangas J, Isomäki P, Kaipiainen-Seppänen O, Kristiansson K, Havulinna AS, Sokka-Isler T, Palomäki A. The validity of rheumatoid arthritis diagnoses in Finnish biobanks. Scand J Rheumatol 2023; 52:1-9. [PMID: 34643165 DOI: 10.1080/03009742.2021.1967047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to determine the validity of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) diagnoses in patients participating in Finnish biobanks. METHOD We reviewed the electronic medical records of 500 Finnish biobank participants: 125 patients with at least one visit with a diagnosis of seropositive RA, 125 patients with at least one visit with a diagnosis of seronegative RA, and 250 age- and gender-matched controls. The patients were chosen from five different biobank hospitals in Finland. A rheumatologist reviewed the medical records to assess whether each patients' diagnosis was correct. The diagnosis was compared with the diagnostic codes in the Finnish Care Register for Health Care (CRHC) and special reimbursement data of the Social Insurance Institution of Finland. RESULTS The positive predictive value (PPV) of CRHC diagnosis of RA (for seropositive and seronegative RA combined) was 0.82. For patients with a special reimbursement for anti-rheumatic medications for RA, the PPV was 0.89. The PPV was higher in patients with more than one visit. For one, two, five, and 10 visits, the PPV was 0.82, 0.85, 0.89, and 0.90, respectively, and for patients who also had the special reimbursement, the PPV was 0.89, 0.91, 0.93, and 0.94 for one, two, five, and 10 visits, respectively. In patients positive for anti-citrullinated protein antibodies, the PPV was 0.98. CONCLUSION These results demonstrate that the validity of RA diagnoses in Finnish biobanks was good and can be further improved by including data on special reimbursement for medication, number of visits, and serological data.
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- J Paltta
- Centre for Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology, Division of Medicine, Turku University Hospital and University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Centre for Rheumatic Diseases, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
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- Centre for Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology, Division of Medicine, Turku University Hospital and University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Rheumatology, Helsinki University Hospital, University of Helsinki and Orton Orthopaedic Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Oulu University Hospital and Medical Research Center Oulu, Oulu, Finland
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- Centre for Rheumatic Diseases, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland.,Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology, Tampere University, Tampere, Finland
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- Department of Public Health Solutions, Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL), Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Public Health Solutions, Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL), Helsinki, Finland.,Institute for Molecular Medicine Finland, FIMM, HiLIFE, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Medicine, Jyväskylä Central Hospital, Jyväskylä, Finland
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- Centre for Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology, Division of Medicine, Turku University Hospital and University of Turku, Turku, Finland.,Institute for Molecular Medicine Finland, FIMM, HiLIFE, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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Kuguyo O, Chambwe N, Nhachi CFB, Tsikai N, Dandara C, Matimba A. A cervical cancer biorepository for pharmacogenomics research in Zimbabwe. BMC Cancer 2022; 22:1320. [PMID: 36526993 PMCID: PMC9756582 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-022-10413-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2022] [Accepted: 12/06/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Research infrastructures such as biorepositories are essential to facilitate genomics and its growing applications in health research and translational medicine in Africa. Using a cervical cancer cohort, this study describes the establishment of a biorepository consisting of biospecimens and matched phenotype data for use in genomic association analysis and pharmacogenomics research. METHOD Women aged > 18 years with a recent histologically confirmed cervical cancer diagnosis were recruited. A workflow pipeline was developed to collect, store, and analyse biospecimens comprising donor recruitment and informed consent, followed by data and biospecimen collection, nucleic acid extraction, storage of genomic DNA, genetic characterization, data integration, data analysis and data interpretation. The biospecimen and data storage infrastructure included shared -20 °C to -80 °C freezers, lockable cupboards, secured access-controlled laptop, password protected online data storage on OneDrive software. The biospecimen or data storage, transfer and sharing were compliant with the local and international biospecimen and data protection laws and policies, to ensure donor privacy, trust, and benefits for the wider community. RESULTS This initial establishment of the biorepository recruited 410 women with cervical cancer. The mean (± SD) age of the donors was 52 (± 12) years, comprising stage I (15%), stage II (44%), stage III (47%) and stage IV (6%) disease. The biorepository includes whole blood and corresponding genomic DNA from 311 (75.9%) donors, and tumour biospecimens and corresponding tumour DNA from 258 (62.9%) donors. Datasets included information on sociodemographic characteristics, lifestyle, family history, clinical information, and HPV genotype. Treatment response was followed up for 12 months, namely, treatment-induced toxicities, survival vs. mortality, and disease status, that is disease-free survival, progression or relapse, 12 months after therapy commencement. CONCLUSION The current work highlights a framework for developing a cancer genomics cohort-based biorepository on a limited budget. Such a resource plays a central role in advancing genomics research towards the implementation of personalised management of cancer.
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- Oppah Kuguyo
- grid.13001.330000 0004 0572 0760Clinical Pharmacology Department, University of Zimbabwe College of Health Sciences, Avondale, Mazowe Street, Harare, Zimbabwe
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- grid.416477.70000 0001 2168 3646Institute of Molecular Medicine, Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, Northwell Health, Manhasset, NY USA
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- grid.13001.330000 0004 0572 0760Clinical Pharmacology Department, University of Zimbabwe College of Health Sciences, Avondale, Mazowe Street, Harare, Zimbabwe
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- grid.13001.330000 0004 0572 0760Department of Oncology, University of Zimbabwe College of Health Sciences, Harare, Zimbabwe
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- grid.7836.a0000 0004 1937 1151Pharmacogenomics and Drug Metabolism Research Group, Division of Human Genetics, Department of Pathology & Institute of Infectious Diseases and Molecular Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
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- grid.13001.330000 0004 0572 0760Clinical Pharmacology Department, University of Zimbabwe College of Health Sciences, Avondale, Mazowe Street, Harare, Zimbabwe
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Ahram M, Abdelgawad F, ElHafeez SA, Abdelhafiz AS, Ibrahim ME, Elgamri A, Mohammed Z, El-Rhazi K, Elsebaie E, Gamel E, Shahouri M, Mostafa NT, Adarmouch L, Silverman H. Perceptions, attitudes, and willingness of the public in low- and middle-income countries of the Arab region to participate in biobank research. BMC Med Ethics 2022; 23:122. [PMID: 36457067 PMCID: PMC9713115 DOI: 10.1186/s12910-022-00855-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2022] [Accepted: 11/04/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Population-based genomics studies have proven successful in identifying genetic variants associated with diseases. High-quality biospecimens linked with informative health data from diverse segments of the population have made such research possible. However, the success of biobank research depends on the willingness of the public to participate in this type of research. We aimed to explore the factors associated with the willingness of the public to participate in biobank research from four low- and middle-income countries in the Arab region (Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, and Sudan). We used a previously validated questionnaire to assess several constructs that included the public's perceptions, attitudes, and willingness to participate in biobank research. We recruited 967 participants. More than half did not have prior awareness of biobanks. Participants' willingness to donate biospecimens and health data was less than 10%. Our results also showed that participants harbored concerns with trust, privacy, and with data-sharing involving international researchers. Predictors of willingness to participate in biobank research included no previous involvement in research and positive attitudes toward biobanks. Finally, our study showed several differences between the four countries regarding several of the investigated constructs. We conclude there should be additional efforts to raise public awareness and enhance perceptions of the public in biobanking research to enhance trust. We further recommend qualitative research to explore the underlying factors that contribute to the public's concerns with international data sharing that would enhance global health.
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- Mamoun Ahram
- grid.9670.80000 0001 2174 4509School of Medicine, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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- grid.7776.10000 0004 0639 9286Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- grid.7155.60000 0001 2260 6941High Institute of Public Health, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- grid.33003.330000 0000 9889 5690Faculty of Medicine, Suez Canal University, Ismailia, Egypt
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- Faculty of Dentistry, University of Khartoum, Cairo, Egypt
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- grid.411662.60000 0004 0412 4932Faculty of Medicine, Beni-Suef University, Beni Suef, Egypt
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- Faculty of Medicine of Fez, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abellah University, Fez, Morocco
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- grid.7776.10000 0004 0639 9286Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- grid.9763.b0000 0001 0674 6207Faculty of Dentistry, University of Khartoum, Khartoum, Sudan
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- grid.411840.80000 0001 0664 9298Faculty of Medicine, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh, Morocco
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- grid.411024.20000 0001 2175 4264University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD USA
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Gao Z, Huang Y, Yao F, Zhou Z. Public awareness and attitudes toward biobank and sample donation: A regional Chinese survey. Front Public Health 2022; 10:1025775. [PMID: 36504979 PMCID: PMC9727410 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.1025775] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2022] [Accepted: 11/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Background The biobank is an extraordinary aid to research and scientific progress. Public involvement in biobanks, necessary for their development, is limited due to inadequate knowledge of biobanking and concerns about sample donation. This study explores the effectiveness of different publicity methods in improving participants' willingness to donate, and assesses public motivations and concerns. It aims to identify an efficient method of improving participants' awareness of biobanking and promoting sample donation. Methods A structured 20-item questionnaire was formulated to evaluate participants' knowledge of and attitudes toward biobanks and sample donation. In total, 1,500 questionnaires were disseminated to three groups of 500 participants who received, respectively, picture-based promotional material, text-based promotional material, or who attended a biobank-related lecture. Of these, 945 completed questionnaires were received. All the participants completed the questionnaires twice, before and after the corresponding publicity education. Results After each of the three methods of publicity based on text, pictures and a lecture, respondents' willingness to donate samples was significantly increased (P < 0.001), the lecture being more effective than the other two methods (P = 0.001). Participants with a medical background were more willing to donate biospecimens after publicity than those without medical backgrounds (P < 0.005) but had common motivations for donation including altruism and aiding medical research. The main concern hindering respondents' willingness to donate was the security of personal information. Conclusion Different types of biobank-related publicity based on text material, pictorial material and a lecture all improved respondents' willingness to donate and reduced concerns regarding sample donation. Medical background was a critical factor affecting attitudes toward sample donation after publicity. The results of this study suggest strategies that may popularize biobanks and enhance sample donation, further promoting the development of biobanks.
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- Zhaolin Gao
- Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology, School of Basic Medical Science, Central South University, Changsha, China,Hunan Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Center for Experimental Medicine, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Hunan Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- The Cancer Hospital of the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (Zhejiang Cancer Hospital), Hangzhou, China,Institute of Basic Medicine and Cancer (IBMC), Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hangzhou, China,*Correspondence: Ziyu Zhou
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Advancing clinical and translational research in germ cell tumours (GCT): recommendations from the Malignant Germ Cell International Consortium. Br J Cancer 2022; 127:1577-1583. [PMID: 36229581 PMCID: PMC9596690 DOI: 10.1038/s41416-022-02000-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2022] [Revised: 09/14/2022] [Accepted: 09/23/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Germ cell tumours (GCTs) are a heterogeneous group of rare neoplasms that present in different anatomical sites and across a wide spectrum of patient ages from birth through to adulthood. Once these strata are applied, cohort numbers become modest, hindering inferences regarding management and therapeutic advances. Moreover, patients with GCTs are treated by different medical professionals including paediatric oncologists, neuro-oncologists, medical oncologists, neurosurgeons, gynaecological oncologists, surgeons, and urologists. Silos of care have thus formed, further hampering knowledge dissemination between specialists. Dedicated biobank specimen collection is therefore critical to foster continuous growth in our understanding of similarities and differences by age, gender, and site, particularly for rare cancers such as GCTs. Here, the Malignant Germ Cell International Consortium provides a framework to create a sustainable, global research infrastructure that facilitates acquisition of tissue and liquid biopsies together with matched clinical data sets that reflect the diversity of GCTs. Such an effort would create an invaluable repository of clinical and biological data which can underpin international collaborations that span professional boundaries, translate into clinical practice, and ultimately impact patient outcomes.
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Majchrowska A, Wiechetek M, Domaradzki J, Pawlikowski J. Social differentiation of the perception and human tissues donation for research purposes. Front Genet 2022; 13:989252. [PMID: 36186428 PMCID: PMC9521191 DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2022.989252] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2022] [Accepted: 09/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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The willingness to donate human biological material for research purposes is shaped by socio-cultural factors; however, there is a lack of studies analysing the social perception of different human tissues, which may affect such willingness. This study aimed to distinguish different sociocultural categories of human tissues and types of potential donors based on their willingness to donate material. Quantitative research was conducted on a sample of 1,100 adult Poles representative in terms of sex, place of residence and education. According to the study, people were most willing to donate urine (73.9%), blood (69.7%), hair and tears (69.6%) and the least willing to donate post-mortem brain fragments (20%), sperm (males; 36.4%) and egg cells (females; 39.6%). A factor analysis revealed four sociocultural categories of donated tissues: irrelevant, redundant, ordinary and sensitive. Based on these sociocultural categories of tissues, four types of donors were identified: reluctant, highly cooperative, average cooperative and selectively cooperative. The willingness to donate human samples for research is shaped by the sociocultural perception of different body parts and tissues. The lower the sense of “personal relationship” with a specific type of tissue, organ or part of the body, the higher the motivation to donate such biological material for research purposes. Additionally, the willingness to donate is mostly shaped by social trust in physicians and scientists, and potential donors’ engagement in charity activities.
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- Anita Majchrowska
- Chair and Department of Humanities and Social Medicine, Medical University of Lublin, Lublin, Poland
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- Institute of Psychology, The John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin, Lublin, Poland
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- Department of Social Sciences and Humanities, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Poznań, Poland
- *Correspondence: Jan Domaradzki,
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- Chair and Department of Humanities and Social Medicine, Medical University of Lublin, Lublin, Poland
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Majchrowska A, Wiechetek M, Domaradzki J, Pawlikowski J. Social differentiation of the perception and human tissues donation for research purposes. Front Genet 2022; 13. [DOI: http:/doi.org/10.3389/fgene.2022.989252] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/24/2023] Open
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The willingness to donate human biological material for research purposes is shaped by socio-cultural factors; however, there is a lack of studies analysing the social perception of different human tissues, which may affect such willingness. This study aimed to distinguish different sociocultural categories of human tissues and types of potential donors based on their willingness to donate material. Quantitative research was conducted on a sample of 1,100 adult Poles representative in terms of sex, place of residence and education. According to the study, people were most willing to donate urine (73.9%), blood (69.7%), hair and tears (69.6%) and the least willing to donate post-mortem brain fragments (20%), sperm (males; 36.4%) and egg cells (females; 39.6%). A factor analysis revealed four sociocultural categories of donated tissues: irrelevant, redundant, ordinary and sensitive. Based on these sociocultural categories of tissues, four types of donors were identified: reluctant, highly cooperative, average cooperative and selectively cooperative. The willingness to donate human samples for research is shaped by the sociocultural perception of different body parts and tissues. The lower the sense of “personal relationship” with a specific type of tissue, organ or part of the body, the higher the motivation to donate such biological material for research purposes. Additionally, the willingness to donate is mostly shaped by social trust in physicians and scientists, and potential donors’ engagement in charity activities.
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Chubakova KA, Kamenskikh EM, Bakhareva YO, Saprina TV. Biobanking potential for biomedical research in endocrinology. КАРДИОВАСКУЛЯРНАЯ ТЕРАПИЯ И ПРОФИЛАКТИКА 2022. [DOI: 10.15829/1728-8800-2022-3385] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Biobanking is an actively developing scientific area that provides tools for conducting biomedical research, increasing the reliability and reproducibility of their results. In endocrinology, more and more attention is paid to the study of molecular and genetic markers of diseases for the selection of new points of influence in treatment, the development of targeted therapy and a strategy for personalized prevention. This approach is designed to solve the problems of endocrine disorders, their complications, causing significant damage to the individual and he population health, and reduce the financial burden of chronic endocrine disorders. To increase the reliability and reproducibility of research results, requirements for working with biological material should be strictly complied. The use of biobanking will increase the validity of data obtained in clinical trials in endocrinology. There are successful examples of Russian and foreign studies using the capabilities of biobanks aimed at studying diabetes, polycystic ovary syndrome, adenomas and other endocrine disorders. The article discusses the prospects for partnership with biobanks in the framework of endocrinology research. The purpose of this review is to analyze the literature to systematize knowledge for application of biobanking in biomedical research in the field of endocrinology.
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Chróścicka A, Paluch A, Kalaszczyńska I, Szabłowska-Gadomska I. Biobank Personnel - The Key to its Success. Altern Lab Anim 2022; 50:275-281. [PMID: 35862125 DOI: 10.1177/02611929221113976] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Resources from biobanks and biorepositories, such as human samples, are of increasing interest to specialists in various fields. However, whilst biobanks provide a crucial service, their efficient and effective management can prove challenging. When establishing a biobank many factors should be considered, such as the need for appropriate infrastructure, equipment, financial support, and highly specialised and suitably qualified personnel. The number and qualifications of the necessary personnel depend both on the biobank's size and type - i.e. a biobank that is large and diversified in terms of the stored material should be organised differently to a small biorepository. The core of the biobank should be composed of highly trained personnel that closely co-operate with the general and quality control manager. Due to the large amount of data related to the samples, an IT specialist might be needed. In the case of large population biobanks, personnel responsible for patient recruitment, documentation handling, sample collection and distribution to the biobank would be necessary. Furthermore, staff responsible for the infrastructure are also highly important, as they are the first responders to failures that may be critical for the biobank functioning. Depending on the type and size of the biobank/biorepository, some responsibilities and tasks could potentially be combined. Nevertheless, highly trained personnel with clear and precisely defined duties are the key to the proper functioning of a biobank.
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- Anna Chróścicka
- Department of Histology and Embryology, Center for Biostructure Research, 37803Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland.,Laboratory for Cell Research and Application, 37803Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland.,BBMRI.pl Consortium
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- Laboratory for Cell Research and Application, 37803Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland.,BBMRI.pl Consortium
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- Department of Histology and Embryology, Center for Biostructure Research, 37803Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland.,Laboratory for Cell Research and Application, 37803Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Laboratory for Cell Research and Application, 37803Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland.,BBMRI.pl Consortium
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Parra OD, Kohler LN, Landes L, Soto AA, Garcia D, Mullins J, Molina P, Pereira E, Spegman DJ, Soltani L, Mandarino LJ. Biobanking in Latinos: current status, principles for conduct, and contribution of a new biobank, El Banco por Salud, designed to improve the health of Latino patients of Mexican ancestry with type 2 diabetes. BMJ Open Diabetes Res Care 2022; 10:e002709. [PMID: 35504695 PMCID: PMC9066498 DOI: 10.1136/bmjdrc-2021-002709] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2021] [Accepted: 03/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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Underserved Latino communities experience a greater burden of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) than the general population. Predictors of glycemic control are likely to include both biological/genetic and social determinants of health (SDOH). A variety of approaches have been used with cohorts of Latino patients to study aspects of this health disparity, and those are reviewed briefly here. Such projects range from cohorts that are studies for a primary purpose, for example, to discover genetic variation associated with T2DM or to examine a particular aspect of SDOH that might be involved. Other studies have been conducted more as infrastructure that is broadly based in order to provide a resource that can be used by many investigators to address a variety of questions. From our experience and those of others, we propose a set of principles to ensure that needs of the community are identified and taken into account during the conduct of these studies. As an example of the implementation of these principles, we also describe a new biobank El Banco por Salud (El Banco), which was designed to improve access to studies designed to improve glycemic control and health in Latinos in partnership with Federally Qualified Health Centers in Arizona.
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- Oscar D Parra
- Department of Medicine, University of Arizona Medical Center-University Campus, Tucson, Arizona, USA
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- Health Promotion Sciences, The University of Arizona Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health, Tucson, Arizona, USA
- Mel and Edith Zuckerman College of Public Health, University of Arizona Medical Center-University Campus, Tucson, Arizona, USA
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- El Rio Community Health Centers, Tucson, Arizona, USA
- Department of Family Medicine and Population Health, Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center, Richmond, Virginia, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of Arizona Medical Center-University Campus, Tucson, Arizona, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of Arizona Medical Center-University Campus, Tucson, Arizona, USA
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- Mariposa Community Health Centers, Nogales, Arizona, USA
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- Mariposa Community Health Centers, Nogales, Arizona, USA
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- El Rio Community Health Centers, Tucson, Arizona, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of Arizona Medical Center-University Campus, Tucson, Arizona, USA
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Dwianingsih EK, Yunus J, Lazuardi L, Wahdi AE, Rhamadianti AF, Linda F, Hariyanto S, Fachiroh J. Building a Biobank Network for Health Research in Indonesia. Open Access Maced J Med Sci 2022. [DOI: 10.3889/oamjms.2022.8875] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND: Biobanks play an essential role in the development of personalized medicine since they collect large numbers of high-quality biomaterials corresponding to clinical data. Despite its extensive population diversity, research institutions in Indonesia have indicated less awareness regarding biobanking for research practices.
AIM: The journey to harmonize the knowledge and understanding of biobanks for health research and the development of the network in Indonesia has been summarized in this article.
METHODS: To build a national biobank network, in 2015 the Faculty of Medicine, Public Health and Nursing, UGM held the first national biobank network meeting in Indonesia. Follow-up meetings were then held to identify challenges and constraints faced by the network. Five annual national workshops (2015–2019) have been held.
RESULTS: Four working groups (WG) were formed to effectively coordinate the network, addressing the infrastructure and Laboratory Information Management System (WG 1), SOP and Best Practices (WG 2), Training and Education and Legal (WG 3), and Ethical and Social Issues (WG 4).
CONCLUSION: The formation of a national biobank network in Indonesia is based on the hope for multi-institutional collaboration to mainly foster the development of biobanks for health research with best available practices and provide a central hub of coordination.
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Pawlikowski J, Wiechetek M, Majchrowska A. Associations between the Willingness to Donate Samples to Biobanks and Selected Psychological Variables. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:ijerph19052552. [PMID: 35270246 PMCID: PMC8910049 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19052552] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2021] [Revised: 02/10/2022] [Accepted: 02/17/2022] [Indexed: 12/10/2022]
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Over the past few decades, there has been a dynamic development of biobanks collecting human biological material and data. Advances in biomedical research based on biobanks, however, are highly dependent on the successful enrolment and participation of human subjects. Therefore, it is crucial to recognise those factors affecting the willingness of individuals to participate in biomedical research. There are very few studies pointing to the role of trust, preferred values and specific psychological factors. The aim of our study was the analysis of the most significant relationships between selected moral and psychological variables (i.e., preferred values, types of trust and personality) and willingness to donate biological material to biobanks. The research was carried out on a Polish representative national sample of 1100 people over 18 years of age. Statistical methods with regression models were used during the analyses. The willingness to donate samples to a biobank was associated with different types of trust and specific values. Based on regression analysis, the most important factors related to the willingness to donate material to biobanks seemed to be (1) trust towards scientists and doctors and (2) selected preferred values such as knowledge, self-development and tradition. Other values or personality traits did not seem to be as important in this context. The obtained results can be useful in building the social responsibility of biobankers and scientists, issuing more appropriate opinions by research ethics committees and planning better communication strategies between participants and biobanks.
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- Jakub Pawlikowski
- Department of Humanities and Social Medicine, Medical University of Lublin, 20-093 Lublin, Poland;
- Biobanking and Biomolecular Resources Research Infrastructure Poland, BBMRI.pl Consortium, 54-066 Wrocław, Poland
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- Institute of Psychology, The John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin, 20-950 Lublin, Poland;
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- Department of Humanities and Social Medicine, Medical University of Lublin, 20-093 Lublin, Poland;
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Kopylova OV, Ershova AI, Pokrovskaya MS, Meshkov AN, Efimova IA, Serebryanskaya ZZ, Blokhina AV, Borisova AL, Kondratskaya VA, Limonova AS, Smetnev SА, Skirko OP, Shalnova SА, Metelskaya VA, Kontsevaya AV, Drapkina OM. Population-nosological research biobank of the National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine: analysis of biosamples, principles of collecting and storing information. КАРДИОВАСКУЛЯРНАЯ ТЕРАПИЯ И ПРОФИЛАКТИКА 2022. [DOI: 10.15829/1728-8800-2021-3119] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Aim. To analyze the structure of clinical data, as well as the principles of collecting and storing related data of the biobank of the National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine (hereinafter Biobank).Material and methods. The analysis was carried out using the documentation available in the Biobank, as well as the databases used in its work. The paper presents clinical data on biosamples available in the Biobank as of August 18, 2021.Results. At the time of analysis, the Biobank had 373547 samples collected from 54192 patients within 37 research projects. The article presents the analysis of data representation and quantitative assessment of the presence/absence of common diagnoses in clinical projects. Approaches to documenting clinical information associated with biological samples stored in the Biobank were assessed. The methods and tools used for standardization and automation of processes used in the Biobank were substantiated.Conclusion. The Biobank of the National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine is the largest research biobank in Russia, which meets all modern international requirements and is one of the key structures that improve the research quality and intensify their conduct both within the one center and in cooperation with other biobanks and scientific institutions. The collection and systematic storage of clinical abstracts of biological samples is an integral and most important part of the Biobank’s work.
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- O. V. Kopylova
- National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine
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- National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine
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- National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine
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- National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine
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- National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine
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- National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine
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- National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine
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- National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine
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- National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine
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- National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine
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- National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine
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- National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine
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- National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine
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Role of Biobanks for Cancer Research and Precision Medicine in Hepatocellular Carcinoma. J Gastrointest Cancer 2021; 52:1232-1247. [PMID: 34807351 DOI: 10.1007/s12029-021-00759-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/05/2021] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a highly complex and deadly cancer. There is an urgent need for new and effective treatment modalities. Since the primary goal in the management of cancer is to cure and improve survival, personalized therapy can increase survival, reduce mortality rates, and improve quality of life. Biobanks hold potential in leading to breakthroughs in biomedical research and precision medicine (PM). They serve as a biorepository, collecting, processing, storing, and supplying specimens and relevant data for basic, translational, and clinical research. OBJECTIVE We aimed to highlight the fundamental role of biobanks, harboring high quality, sustainable collections of patient samples in adequate size and variability, for developing diagnostic, prognostic, and predictive biomarkers to develop and PM approaches in the management of HCC. METHOD We obtained information from previously published articles and BBMRI directory. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION Biobanking of high-quality biospecimens along with patient clinical information provides a fundamental scientific infrastructure for basic, translational, and clinical research. Biobanks that control and eliminate pre-analytical variability of biospecimens, provide a platform to identify reliable biomarkers for the application of PM. We believe, establishing HCC biobanks will empower to underpin molecular mechanisms of HCC and generate strategies for PM. Thus, first, we will review current therapy approaches in HCC care. Then, we will summarize challenges in HCC management. Lastly, we will focus on the best practices for establishing HCC biobanking to support research, translational medicine in the light of new experimental research conducted with the aim of delivering PM for HCC patients.
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Krekora-Zając D, Marciniak B, Pawlikowski J. Recommendations for Creating Codes of Conduct for Processing Personal Data in Biobanking Based on the GDPR art.40. Front Genet 2021; 12:711614. [PMID: 34868197 PMCID: PMC8633112 DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2021.711614] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2021] [Accepted: 10/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Personal data protection has become a fundamental normative challenge for biobankers and scientists researching human biological samples and associated data. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) harmonises the law on protecting personal data throughout Europe and allows developing codes of conduct for processing personal data based on GDPR art. 40. Codes of conduct are a soft law measure to create protective standards for data processing adapted to the specific area, among others, to biobanking of human biological material. Challenges in this area were noticed by the European Data Protection Supervisor on data protection and Biobanking and BioMolecular Resources Research Infrastructure-European Research Infrastructure Consortium (BBMRI.ERIC). They concern mainly the specification of the definitions of the GDPR and the determination of the appropriate legal basis for data processing, particularly for transferring data to other European countries. Recommendations indicated in the article, which are based on the GDPR, guidelines published by the authority and expert bodies, and our experiences regarding the creation of the Polish code of conduct, should help develop how a code of conduct for processing personal data in biobanks should be developed.
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- Dorota Krekora-Zając
- Department of Comparative Civil Law, Faculty of Law and Administration, University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
- BBMRI.pl Consortium, Wroclaw, Poland
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- BBMRI.pl Consortium, Wroclaw, Poland
- Biobank Laboratory, Department of Molecular Biophysics, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, Łódź, Poland
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- BBMRI.pl Consortium, Wroclaw, Poland
- Department of Humanities and Social Medicine, Medical University of Lublin, Lublin, Poland
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Miranda E, Pye H, Buckingham S, Alves A, Rodriguez-Justo M. Risk Assessment for Activity Regulated Under the Human Tissue Act: A Single Institution Experience. Biopreserv Biobank 2021; 20:217-223. [PMID: 34747640 DOI: 10.1089/bio.2021.0045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Risk assessment represents one of the requirements for all activities involving human tissues within the premises. Although a variety of procedures are available to prepare risk assessments in general, there are no published examples of risks associated with the use of human samples in research. To cover this gap and to give an overview of the evaluation performed in our institution, we summarized the potential risks for the use of human samples in research identified in the projects under the remit of the UCL/UCLH Biobank. The procedures of acquisition, transportation, storage, use, and disposal of human samples, and security of the premises were analyzed. From our experience, there are governance-related risks associated with the process of consenting the patients, with the donor confidentiality, with mislabeling of samples and with the ethical approval associated with the project, and they generally do not compromise the integrity of the samples. On the other hand, samples' integrity is more at risk during collection, storage, transport, and use of the sample. Adequate training and having appropriate standard procedures in place and available for all staff seem to be the most effective control measures to prevent any issue. In addition, appropriate equipment maintenance, contingency plans, and strict regulation and monitoring of the facility security should always be in place. In summary, an appropriate evaluation of the risks associated with the use of human samples in research is one of the requirements for the use of human samples in research and it is fundamental for the protection of staff, students, the institution itself, and the patients. Supporting biobanking, implementing a culture of biosafety in the life sciences, and raising awareness in the scientific and regulatory communities are key ways to anticipate future problems associated with biological and governance risks.
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- Elena Miranda
- Biobank and Pathology Translational Technology Platform, Cancer Institute, University College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Molecular Diagnostics and Therapeutics Group, Division of Surgery and Interventional Science, University College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Cancer Institute, University College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Biobank and Pathology Translational Technology Platform, Cancer Institute, University College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Cell Pathology, University College London Hospital, London, United Kingdom.,Research Department of Pathology, Cancer Institute, University College London, London, United Kingdom
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Sotelo RNG, Centeno JEO, Arzola LIH, Ruíz EB. A multidisciplinary approach to the Biobank concept: integrative review. CIENCIA & SAUDE COLETIVA 2021; 26:4321-4339. [PMID: 34586282 DOI: 10.1590/1413-81232021269.22332020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2020] [Accepted: 08/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Biobanks are multidisciplinary infrastructures and, accordingly, this integrative research seeks to bring out the concept of biobank in the various sciences that construct and interpret it, so as to arrive at a holistic understanding of its essential components. This integrative review - guided by PRISMA and with quality assessment following CASPe - resulted in a selection of 30 articles. Data were analysed by Aristotelian categories and the results were interpreted on the complexity paradigm of Edgar Morin. The biobank concept was clarified by considering it to be the representation of a biological, social and cultural phenomenon in which knowledge and practices from diverse scientific fields enter into complementary, antagonistic and ambiguous types of relationship. This network of signification, analysed here using categories from Aristotelian philosophy, has impacts on the construction of subjectivity and forms of socialisation.
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- Roxana Nayeli Guerrero Sotelo
- Universidad de la Sierra Sur. Guillermo Rojas Mijangos s/n, Col. Ciudad Universitaria. 70800 Miahuatlán de Porfirio Díaz Oax. México.
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- Universidad de la Sierra Sur. Guillermo Rojas Mijangos s/n, Col. Ciudad Universitaria. 70800 Miahuatlán de Porfirio Díaz Oax. México.
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- Universidad de la Sierra Sur. Guillermo Rojas Mijangos s/n, Col. Ciudad Universitaria. 70800 Miahuatlán de Porfirio Díaz Oax. México.
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- Universidad de la Sierra Sur. Guillermo Rojas Mijangos s/n, Col. Ciudad Universitaria. 70800 Miahuatlán de Porfirio Díaz Oax. México.
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Hermansen JU, Wojcik DM, Robinson N, Pahnke J, Haugland HK, Jamtøy AH, Flægstad T, Halvorsen H, Lund B, Baumbusch LO, Munthe‐Kaas MC. The Norwegian childhood cancer biobank. Cancer Rep (Hoboken) 2021; 5:e1555. [PMID: 34541832 PMCID: PMC9351664 DOI: 10.1002/cnr2.1555] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2021] [Revised: 07/30/2021] [Accepted: 09/01/2021] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Background The rapidly expanding era of “omics” research is highly dependent on the availability of quality‐proven biological material, especially for rare conditions such as pediatric malignancies. Professional biobanks provide such material, focusing on standardized collection and handling procedures, distinctive quality measurements, traceability of storage conditions, and accessibility. For pediatric malignancies, traditional tumor biobanking is challenging due to the rareness and limited amount of tissue and blood samples. The higher molecular heterogeneity, lower mutation rates, and unique genomic landscapes, however, renders biobanking of this tissue even more crucial. Aim The aim of this study was to test and establish methods for a prospective and centralized biobank for infants, children, and adolescents up to 18 years of age diagnosed with cancer in Norway. Methods Obtain judicial and ethical approvals and administration through a consortium, steering committee, and advisory board. Develop pipelines including SOPs for all aspects in the biobank process, including collection, processing and storing of samples and data, as well of quality controlling, safeguarding, distributing, and transport. Results The childhood cancer biobanking started at Oslo University Hospital in March 2017 and was from 2019 run as a national Norwegian Childhood Cancer Biobank. Informed consent and biological samples are collected regionally and stored centrally. Approximately 12 000 samples from 510 patients and have been included by January 1, 2021, representing a 96% consent and participation rate among our newly diagnosed patients. Conclusion A well‐functioning nationwide collection and centralized biobank with standardized procedures and national storage for pediatric malignancies has been established with a high acceptance among families.
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- Johanne U. Hermansen
- Department of Oncology, Division of Pediatric and Adolescent MedicineOslo University Hospital RikshospitaletOsloNorway
- Department of Pediatric Research, Division of Pediatric and Adolescent MedicineOslo University Hospital RikshospitaletOsloNorway
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- Department of PediatricsHaukeland University HospitalBergenNorway
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- Department of Oncology, Division of Pediatric and Adolescent MedicineOslo University Hospital RikshospitaletOsloNorway
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- Department of Pathology, Section for NeuropathologyOslo University HospitalOsloNorway
- Department of Pathology, Faculty of MedicineUniversity of OsloOsloNorway
- Department of Pharmacology, Medical FacultyUniversity of LatviaRigaLatvia
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- Department of PediatricsUniversity Hospital of North‐NorwayTromsøNorway
- Faculty of Health ScienceThe Arctic University of NorwayTromsøNorway
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- Department of PathologyUniversity Hospital of North‐NorwayTromsøNorway
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- Department of PediatricsSt. Olavs HospitalTrondheimNorway
- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Clinical and Molecular MedicineNTNUTrondheimNorway
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- Department of Pediatric Research, Division of Pediatric and Adolescent MedicineOslo University Hospital RikshospitaletOsloNorway
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- Department of Oncology, Division of Pediatric and Adolescent MedicineOslo University Hospital RikshospitaletOsloNorway
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Smith G, Mathews D, Sander-Effron S, Requesens D, Turan N, Scheinfeldt L. Microsatellite Markers in Biobanking: A New Multiplexed Assay. Biopreserv Biobank 2021; 19:438-443. [PMID: 34468209 PMCID: PMC8665806 DOI: 10.1089/bio.2021.0042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Microsatellites, or MSATs, offer a fast and cost-effective way for biobanks to establish a biospecimen genetic profile. Importantly, this genetic profile can be used to authenticate multiple submissions derived from the same individual as well as biospecimens derived from the same original sample submission over time. While the Certificate of Confidentiality provided by the National Institutes of Health offers some meaningful protection to prevent the disclosure of potentially identifiable information to entities within the United States, we consider, in this study, the potential to offer additional protection to participants who choose to donate to biobanks by minimizing the use of forensic Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) MSAT markers in biobanking. To this end, we report the design and validation of a new multiplexed MSAT assay that does not include CODIS markers for use in biobanking operations and quality control management.
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- Gretchen Smith
- Coriell Institute for Medical Research, Camden, New Jersey, USA
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- Berman Institute of Bioethics, Department of Genetic Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Coriell Institute for Medical Research, Camden, New Jersey, USA.,The Orphan Disease Center, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Coriell Institute for Medical Research, Camden, New Jersey, USA
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Linder JE, Bastarache L, Hughey JJ, Peterson JF. The Role of Electronic Health Records in Advancing Genomic Medicine. Annu Rev Genomics Hum Genet 2021; 22:219-238. [PMID: 34038146 PMCID: PMC9297710 DOI: 10.1146/annurev-genom-121120-125204] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Recent advances in genomic technology and widespread adoption of electronic health records (EHRs) have accelerated the development of genomic medicine, bringing promising research findings from genome science into clinical practice. Genomic and phenomic data, accrued across large populations through biobanks linked to EHRs, have enabled the study of genetic variation at a phenome-wide scale. Through new quantitative techniques, pleiotropy can be explored with phenome-wide association studies, the occurrence of common complex diseases can be predicted using the cumulative influence of many genetic variants (polygenic risk scores), and undiagnosed Mendelian syndromes can be identified using EHR-based phenotypic signatures (phenotype risk scores). In this review, we trace the role of EHRs from the development of genome-wide analytic techniques to translational efforts to test these new interventions to the clinic. Throughout, we describe the challenges that remain when combining EHRs with genetics to improve clinical care.
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- Jodell E Linder
- Vanderbilt Institute for Clinical and Translational Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee 37203, USA;
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- Department of Biomedical Informatics, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee 37203, USA; , ,
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- Department of Biomedical Informatics, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee 37203, USA; , ,
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- Department of Biomedical Informatics, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee 37203, USA; , ,
- Department of Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee 37203, USA
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Prudent J, Lopez E, Dorshorst D, Cox HC, Bodurtha JN. Demographic and socioeconomic trends in DNA banking utilization in the USA. J Community Genet 2021; 12:593-602. [PMID: 34185264 PMCID: PMC8239484 DOI: 10.1007/s12687-021-00533-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2020] [Accepted: 05/24/2021] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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Demographic and clinical information from de-identified individuals utilizing a single DNA banking service over a 22-year period was assessed using descriptive statistics. The socioeconomic characteristics of the study population were estimated using a zip code–level analysis of US Census data and compared to national US Metrics for 2016. Samples from 4,874 individuals were deposited to a single commercial DNA bank from 1997 to 2019. Samples originated from 31 countries across 6 continents, with the majority of samples originating from the United States (US; 97.37%; n = 4,746). A higher proportion of individuals identifying as females (55.58%; n = 2,709) utilized the service compared to males (41.18%; n = 2,007). The age distribution was bimodal, peaking around 5 years of age and again around 65 years of age. Whole blood was the preferred specimen for submission. Sample deposits peaked in 2015 with 559 annual deposits. Clinical genetic counselors were the most common referral source (41.73%; n = 2,034). Individuals utilizing DNA banking services are estimated to reside in wealthier, more educated and less racially diverse zip codes compared to national metrics. Although direct to consumer DNA banking is being utilized by the general public and clinical genetic counselors in the US, it is not widespread.
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- Joshua Prudent
- Department of Genetic Medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, 600 N. Wolfe St., Blalock 1012, Baltimore, MD, 21287, USA
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- Ponce Health Sciences University, 388 Zona Industrial Reparada 2, Ponce, PR, 00716, Puerto Rico
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- Prevention Genetics LLC, 3800 S. Business Park Avenue, WI, 54,449, Marshfield, USA
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- Prevention Genetics LLC, 3800 S. Business Park Avenue, WI, 54,449, Marshfield, USA.
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- Department of Genetic Medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, 600 N. Wolfe St., Blalock 1012, Baltimore, MD, 21287, USA.
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The landscape of biobanks in Poland-characteristics of Polish biobanking units at the beginning of BBMRI.pl organization. J Transl Med 2021; 19:267. [PMID: 34158056 PMCID: PMC8218293 DOI: 10.1186/s12967-021-02926-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2020] [Accepted: 06/04/2021] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Background Biobanking is an area of scientific activity that is growing in strength and importance. The variety of collections combining biological samples and medical scientific information makes biobanking an indispensable tool in the development of modern medicine. In 2016, Poland, a country with one of the largest populations in Europe, joined the Biobanking and BioMolecular resources Research Infrastructure-European Research Infrastructure Consortium (BBMRI-ERIC) to facilitate access to quality-defined human disease-relevant biological resources. This push led to the development of the Polish Biobanking Network. The purpose of this paper is to present the current state of biobanks in Poland in the context of their location, nature and resources. Methods To obtain information about and overall characteristics of Polish entities dealing with biobanking biological material, the dedicated Information Survey was designed. The survey was prepared in an electronic form and consisted of 53 questions—both open and closed, single and multiple choice—with some questions depending on each other. Sixty-five Polish biobanks/biorepositories participated in the survey. Results Polish biobanks are mostly affiliated with research entities (universities—42% and research institutes—30%). The data collected indicate that a considerable number of Polish biobanks are specialized (33 units), in contrast to population-based biobanks (8 units). These biobanks are mostly focused on collecting samples from oncological (23 biobanks) and rare diseases (12 biobanks). In general, great diversity was found in the material collected. Scientists working in Polish biobanks are very open to scientific cooperation (declared by 60% of units) and sharing their collections with the international scientific environment. In terms of quality issues, most biobanks declared that their quality management system was in the process of implementation (45%) or had already been implemented (23%). Conclusions Although biobanking in Poland is still in its infancy, the results of this study seem promising and may be valuable to the wider biobanking research community. The distribution of biobanks throughout the Polish territory, their connection with scientific and clinical units, and their involvement in research on rare diseases may contribute to an increase in the number of multicenter studies.
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Reyes-Pablo AE, Campa-Córdoba BB, Luna-Viramontes NI, Ontiveros-Torres MÁ, Villanueva-Fierro I, Bravo-Muñoz M, Sáenz-Ibarra B, Barbosa O, Guadarrama-Ortíz P, Garcés-Ramírez L, de la Cruz F, Harrington CR, Martínez-Robles S, González-Ballesteros E, Perry G, Pacheco-Herrero M, Luna-Muñoz J. National Dementia BioBank: A Strategy for the Diagnosis and Study of Neurodegenerative Diseases in México. J Alzheimers Dis 2021; 76:853-862. [PMID: 32568191 DOI: 10.3233/jad-191015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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We recently developed the National Dementia Biobank in México (BioBanco Nacional de Demencias, BND) as a unit for diagnosis, research, and tissue transfer for research purposes. BND is associated with the Facultad de Estudios Superiores Cuautitlán, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Mexico (UNAM), Mexico. The donation of fluids, brain, and other organs of deceased donors is crucial for understanding the underlying mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases and for the development of successful treatment. Our laboratory research focuses on 1) analysis of the molecular processing of the proteins involved in those neurodegenerative diseases termed tauopathies and 2) the search for biomarkers for the non-invasive and early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease.
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- Aldelmo Emmanuel Reyes-Pablo
- National Dementia BioBank, Ciencias Biológicas, Facultad de Estudios Superiores, Cuautitlán campo 1, UNAM Estado de México, México.,Escuela Nacional de Ciencias Biológicas, Depto. Fisiología, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, CDMX, México
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- National Dementia BioBank, Ciencias Biológicas, Facultad de Estudios Superiores, Cuautitlán campo 1, UNAM Estado de México, México.,Escuela Nacional de Ciencias Biológicas, Depto. Fisiología, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, CDMX, México
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- National Dementia BioBank, Ciencias Biológicas, Facultad de Estudios Superiores, Cuautitlán campo 1, UNAM Estado de México, México.,Escuela Nacional de Ciencias Biológicas, Depto. Fisiología, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, CDMX, México
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- National Dementia BioBank, Ciencias Biológicas, Facultad de Estudios Superiores, Cuautitlán campo 1, UNAM Estado de México, México
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- Depto. de Patología, Facultad de medicina de la Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Nuevo León, México
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- Jefa del Servicio de Anatomía Patológicay Citopatología del Hospital Universitario "Dr. José E. González de la UANL, Nuevo León, México
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- Escuela Nacional de Ciencias Biológicas, Depto. Fisiología, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, CDMX, México
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- Escuela Nacional de Ciencias Biológicas, Depto. Fisiología, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, CDMX, México
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- School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- National Dementia BioBank, Ciencias Biológicas, Facultad de Estudios Superiores, Cuautitlán campo 1, UNAM Estado de México, México
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- National Dementia BioBank, Ciencias Biológicas, Facultad de Estudios Superiores, Cuautitlán campo 1, UNAM Estado de México, México
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- Department of Biology, University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, USA
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- School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre y Maestra, Dominican Republic
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- National Dementia BioBank, Ciencias Biológicas, Facultad de Estudios Superiores, Cuautitlán campo 1, UNAM Estado de México, México
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Kim EY. Biobanks as a Treasury for Precision Medicine. Healthc Inform Res 2021; 27:93-94. [PMID: 34015873 PMCID: PMC8137870 DOI: 10.4258/hir.2021.27.2.93] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
Affiliation(s)
- Eun-Young Kim
- Department of Clinical Pharmacology, Inje University Busan Paik Hospital, Inje University College of Medicine, Busan, Korea
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Vargas RJ, Cobar OM. The Urgent Need for Management of Biological Samples and Data Accessibility in Latin America. Front Pharmacol 2021; 12:620043. [PMID: 33867983 PMCID: PMC8044957 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2021.620043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2020] [Accepted: 02/15/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
Affiliation(s)
- Rodrigo José Vargas
- Escuela de Estudios de Postgrado, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala, Guatemala City, Guatemala.,Universidad Galileo, Guatemala City, Guatemala.,Latin American Network for the Implementation and Validation of Pharmacogenomic Clinical Guidelines (RELIVAF-CYTED), Madrid, Spain
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- Escuela de Estudios de Postgrado, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala, Guatemala City, Guatemala.,Latin American Network for the Implementation and Validation of Pharmacogenomic Clinical Guidelines (RELIVAF-CYTED), Madrid, Spain.,Universidad del Istmo, Fraijanes, Guatemala
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