The 2025 Joint Conference took place from 29 September to 3 October 2025 at the Old Mutual Conference and Exhibition Centre in the world-famous Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Cape Town, South Africa. Co-hosted by the International Society for Biological and…
The CHM Biobank at North-West University was Africa’s first biobank dedicated to rare diseases. Established in 2019 as part of the National Metabolomics Platform (NMP), it builds on work started in 1983 at the Potchefstroom Laboratory for Inborn Errors of Metabolism (PLIEM).…
From October 30th to November 1st, the MBirSA Summer School welcomed professionals, academics, and students eager to expand their knowledge of biobanking and connect with others in the field. By the end of the event, attendees left with practical skills, fresh ideas,…
A Crucial Resource for Research and Collaboration The National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) National Biobank, founded in 2012, was established in response to a growing need for accessible and ethically managed biological samples to support research within South Africa (SA).…
Biobanking, a cornerstone of modern biomedical research, has seen significant growth worldwide, including across Africa. The proliferation of biobanks is key to advancing both basic and translational research, with the potential to develop novel treatments and disease prevention strategies. However,…