• Trustworthy by Design: Ethics, Practice, and Impact of AI in Cancer Research and Care

    Trustworthy by Design: Ethics, Practice, and Impact of AI in Cancer Research and Care Description: Trustworthy AI has become a central concept in the ethical development and application of artificial intelligence in medicine. In cancer research, particularly in imaging, the potential of AI to improve diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient outcomes is immense. But what […]

  • 2nd BBMRI-ERIC QM Newsroom 2025

    From sample to science: ensuring quality in human microbiome research Register here 2nd December 2025, 10:00-11:30 CET Summary: This training provides an overview of the human microbiome and its growing relevance in biomedical and translational research. Participants will learn about its impact on health and disease as well as the scientific and technical challenges currently […]

  • Webinar on Green Biobanking survey

    As part of the EvolveBBMRI project, a survey on Green Biobanking Environmental Challenges and Best Practiceswas conducted to engage National Nodes and their associated biobanks in a comprehensive mapping exercise. The survey aimed to identify and assess key gaps and challenges in the implementation and long-term maintenance of environmentally sustainable biobanking practices. This important initiative […]

  • Webinar: Strengthening Biobanks through Patient and Public involvement

    Strengthening Biobanks through Patient and Public involvement Webinar organised by the BBMRI-ERIC Stakeholder Forum Summary: Constant dialogue with patients, caregivers, and the public is a key guiding principle in biobanking and research. Yet, public and patient involvement, often referred to also as research participant involvement, has not become the usual practice in many biobanks. Often, […]

  • Webinar: The role of biobanks in realising the One Health approach

    The role of biobanks in realising the One Health approach Time: 24.03.26, 10:00-11:30 via Zoom Register here. One Health aims at sustainably balancing and optimising the health of humans, animals, plants and the environment. This integrated perspective is especially important for tackling emerging zoonotic diseases, antimicrobial resistance, food safety risks, environmental pollution and global health […]

  • European Conference on Rare Diseases and Orphan Products (ECRD) 2026

    Save the date! The next ECRD will be held on 3 & 4 June 2026 in Prague and will be titled “Rare Diseases in a Changing & Competitive Europe: Shaping policies to address the unmet needs of people living with rare diseases”.  The European Conference on Rare Diseases & Orphan Products (ECRD) is the largest patient-led […]

  • ELSI Dialogues: Cancer survivorship at the core of research

    Cancer survivorship at the core of research: How lived experiences can inform research and policy decisions in the Era of the EU Cancer Mission Date/Time: June 3, 2026. H 10.30/11.30 CEST – ONLINE (ZOOM) 🔗 Register here   Description Cancer survivorship is rapidly emerging as a central dimension of contemporary oncology, reflecting not only advances […]

  • 1st BBMRI-ERIC QM Newsroom 2026

    Introducing our QUALITY LABELLED biobanks #1 Access • Impact • Discovery We will welcome Laura Valentina Renna (Quality Manager – BioCor) and Ronny Baber (Biobank Manager – LMB) as our guests. Agenda: Laura Valentina Renna, BioCor Biobank, Italy Ronny Baber, Leipzig Medical Biobank, Germany Q&A   Register here!  

  • Gene Forum 2026

    The Institute of Genomics of the University of Tartu and the Estonian Genome Foundation invite you to the 25th International Gene Forum on August 25–26, 2026 at the Estonian National Museum in Tartu, Estonia. The event has brought world-renowned experts to Estonia to discuss the latest advancements in the field since 2000. This interdisciplinary conference with an […]

  • ELSI Dialogues: Participatory Cancer Research and Regulation in Middle-Income Countries

    Cancer is an increasingly urgent public health challenge in many middle-income countries, where health systems face constrained resources. In this context, strengthening cancer research and regulatory frameworks requires not only technical capacity, but also inclusive, participatory approaches that meaningfully engage patients and communities. This webinar brings together experts from selected middle-income countries to explore how […]

  • A guided walk through CEN/TS 17626:2021 for microbiome DNA analysis

    The webinar will take place on 14 September 2026, 11:30-12:45 CEST ATTENTION: Registration is open until the end of the business day on 9 September 2026. To attend the live webinar, participants must possess a copy of CEN/TS 17626:2021 for licensing purposes. Summary: The webinar series is held in the context of the EU project […]

  • A guided walk through CEN/TS 17626:2021 for microbiome DNA analysis

    PART 2 and 3 Register here! The webinar will be split into two parts and held on the following dates: Part 2: 30 September 2026, 10:15 – 11:30 CEST Part 3: 5 October 2026, 10:15 – 11:30 CEST ATTENTION: To attend the live webinar, participants must possess a copy of CEN/TS 17626:2021 for licensing purposes. Summary: […]