- CONTACT
Contact the
HSA Biobank Project Manager to discuss your requirements such as:
- type and quantity of samples required
- what linked clinical data is required
- any other details relevant to your project
- APPLY
Once it has been confirmed that resources are available to support your project you must lodge a formal application using the
HSA Biobank application form.
- ETHICS APPROVAL
In parallel, you will be required to provide evidence of ethical approval for your project, which may include a brief amendment stating that you will be accessing de-identified samples and data from the HSA Biobank. The Project Manager can advise you on this.
- REVIEW
The application will be reviewed by members of the HSA Biobank Research Access Committee (RAC) for scientific merit. This aids the HSA Biobank to ensure limited resources are used appropriately for research.
- MATERIAL TRANSFER AGREEMENT
Should your research be conducted outside UNSW Sydney, a Materials Transfer Agreement will be required.
- APPROVAL
Upon approval the HSA Biobank will prepare the specimens/data requested and specimens will be shipped when ready. De-identified data will be provided electronically.