Module 11

_{This module will introduce the general practices of biobanking in Europe and  discuss the role of the molecular pathologist as the main actor of the biobanking process.Molecular pathologists are seen as being crucial to biobanking due to their access to tissue samples. A  molecular pathologist can drive the samples collection of a biobank, ensuring the guarantee of high quality specimens. Thus, the secured future of high quality and standardised biobanking in Europe is  inherently connected to the collaboration with molecular pathologists, and you will be shown the tools that can help with this.}

_{This module will also give you the opportunity to build on, and put into further practice, skills and knowledge gained in previous modules of the programme.}

• Compare biobanking practices in Europe
• Outline the activities of a molecular pathologist in biobanking
• Select the appropriate pre-analytical processes for collecting and preserving biological material from specific specimens
• Identify the tools to standardise the quality of  biobanks and their samples