We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone in our journey as a biobank: we have welcomed our first donor and successfully banked our first microbial isolates using our newly upgraded equipment and processes! While we have had donors in the past, the processing of our first donor sample through our upgraded AHMB platform represents a major step forward for us as a biobank facility. It reflects our commitment to enhancing our capabilities, made possible by extensive validation and verification of our new systems.
Welcoming Our First Isolates with New Technology
This milestone is particularly special. It highlights our investment in state-of-the-art technology and processes that optimise sample collection and storage. Each microbial isolate represents the hard work and dedication of our team, ensuring that we meet the highest standards for quality and integrity.
Our upgraded facilities and processes allow us to expand our capacity and support a diverse range of research initiatives. Our focus on rigorous validation and verification means that researchers can trust the isolates we provide, which is crucial for advancing our understanding of health and disease. We are proud to mark this achievement and are eager to see the impactful research our biobank supports in the future.
If you are interested in learning more about these processes, you can read our Journey of a Sample article, which details how we built this world-leading facility.
Looking Ahead: Opportunities for Donors
As we head into the new year, we are excited to open our doors to more donors. We are committed to making the donor experience seamless and rewarding, and we invite individuals to join us on this vital mission. If you haven’t already, and you’re interested in becoming a donor, please visit Get Involved to register. We will begin by prioritising our QLD donors but will keep you updated as our capacity grows.
A Heartfelt Thank You
We extend our sincere gratitude to all our past donors, and everyone involved in this journey. Your contributions have been invaluable, and your trust in our mission inspires us to continue improving and innovating. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the world of medical research.
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We look forward to a bright future together, contributing to a healthier tomorrow for all.
