BBIF International Biobanking Conference (IBC) 2026
Theme:
“Technology-Driven Biobanking: Enabling Innovation from Bench to Bedside”
Dates:
5th – 6th – 7th March 2026
Venue:
Auditorium, University of Hyderabad, India
Organized by:
Biobank India Foundation (BBIF), Delhi
In Collaboration with:
Technology Enabling Centre (TEC) & ASPIRE–BioNEST, University of Hyderabad
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Conference Overview:
The BBIF–International Biobank Conference 2026 aims to bring together global experts, researchers, clinicians, technologists, and industry partners to explore the evolving landscape of biobanking, biomedical innovation, and translational research.
Hosted by the Biobank India Foundation in collaboration with the Technology Enabling Centre (TEC) and ASPIRE–BioNEST, this two-day scientific event will provide a vibrant platform to discuss technology integration, translational research, ethical governance, quality standards, and sustainability in biobanking.
The conference will also emphasize the role of biobanks as enablers of precision medicine, multi-omics research, and clinical translation, fostering collaboration between academia, healthcare institutions, and industry innovators.
Conference Highlights:
• Two-day scientific program featuring plenary talks, thematic sessions, and panel discussions.
• Dedicated session on “Basics of Biobanking” for early-career researchers, clinicians, and biobank staff.
• Special Global Session on South and South-East Asian Biobanking Networks — featuring leading experts sharing regional perspectives, challenges, and collaborative opportunities.
• Technology showcase by innovators and start-ups supported by ASPIRE–BioNEST.
• Interactive discussions on ISO 20387 accreditation, data governance, and biobank sustainability.
• Poster and Young Investigator sessions to encourage scientific exchange and networking.
• Opportunities for partnerships between hospitals, academia, and industry to advance biobank-based research and translational innovation.
Why Attend?
• Gain insights into emerging technologies and global best practices in biobanking.
• Connect with international leaders and policy makers shaping the biobank ecosystem.
• Learn from real-world case studies of clinical and population-based biobanks.
• Explore collaboration and funding opportunities through TEC and BioNEST platforms.
• Be part of a growing network driving translational innovation and data-driven healthcare in India and beyond.
Who Should Attend?
• Biobank professionals
• scientists, researchers, and technologists
• Clinicians, hospital administrators, and CRCs
• Life science and biotechnology start-ups
• Policy makers, academicians, and funding agencies
• Students and trainees interested in biobanking and translational research
Join Us
Be a part of this landmark event that connects biospecimens, technology, and innovation to accelerate the journey from bench to bedside.
Conference Timeline
Milestone | Deadline | Notes |
Official Conference Announcement & Website Launch | 15 October 2025 | Launch website, call for participation, and sponsor outreach. |
Call for Abstracts (Oral / Poster Presentations) | 1 November 2025 | Abstract submissions open for all thematic sessions. |
Abstract Submission Deadline | 15 January 2026 | Final date for submission of scientific abstracts. |
Notification of Abstract Acceptance | 1 February 2026 | Authors notified and invited for oral/poster presentation. |
Early Bird Registration Opens | 1 November 2025 | Discounted rates for early registrants. |
Early Bird Registration Closes | 31 December 2025 | Early bird period ends. |
Regular Registration Closes | 15 February 2026 | Last date for all delegate registrations. |
Final Scientific Program Release | 10 February 2026 | Publish detailed agenda, speaker list, and session themes. |
Poster Size / Display Guidelines Issued | 20 February 2026 | Instructions for poster presenters and display logistics. |
Conference Dates | 5-6–7 March 2026 | Two-day event at University of Hyderabad. |
Post-Conference Report & Certificates | 25 March 2026 | Disseminate highlights, attendance data, and digital certificates. |
Institutional Organizing Convener:
Prof. Rajagopal Subramanyam (Director ASPIRE & Coordinator DST-UoH-TEC)
Institutional Organizing Committee:
1. Prof. Ravi Kumar Gutti, (Dept. of Biochemistry, UoH)
2. Prof. A Bindu Madhava Reddy (Dept. of Animal Biology, UoH)
3. Dr. B. Sunil, Sr. Scientific Officer, TEC
4. Dr. Anil Kondreddy, CEO, Aspire- Bionest
5. Dr. Ramakrishna BS (CEO, ASPIRE-TBI, UoH)
Institutional Advisory Committee:
1. Prof. Anand K. Kondapi (Dean, School of Life Sciences, UoH)
2. Prof. Sharmistha Banerjee (Dept of Biochemistry, School of Life Sciences, UoH)
3. Prof. Apparao Podile (Ex Vice Chancellor-UoH and Professor in Plant Sciences,UoH)
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Submission Link: Click here to submit your abstracts
We invite researchers, clinicians, technologists and innovators to submit abstracts for oral or poster presentations under the following thematic categories:
1. Basic Research
•Novel experimental methods, protocols, and techniques
•Sample collection, processing, and preservation strategies
•Quality assurance and standardization in research workflows
•Ethical governance, informed consent, and regulatory compliance
2. Translational Research
•Linking laboratory findings to clinical applications
•Multi-omics studies: genomics, proteomics, metabolomics
•Biomarker discovery, diagnostics, and therapeutics development
•Population-based vs disease-focused studies and clinical trial integration
3. Technology & Innovation
•Automation, robotics, and high-throughput experimental platforms
•Data management, AI, and machine learning applications
•Innovative storage, tracking, or analytical technologies
•Tools, software, and devices enabling research and clinical translation
4. Biobanks (Human, Animal, Plant, Environmental, or Other)
•Sample collection, preservation, and storage strategies
•Biobank management, quality standards, and sustainability
•Linking biobank samples with research and clinical applications
•Innovative biobank models and data governance
5. Ethics, Governance & Sustainability
•Data privacy, governance, and security in research studies
•Ethical considerations in multi-center and international collaborations
•Sustainability, cost-efficiency, and environmentally conscious research practices
6. Global & Regional Collaborations
•Networks, partnerships, and collaborative research initiatives
•Standards, interoperability, and cross-border research projects
•Case studies demonstrating successful collaboration and impact
7. Young Investigator & Innovation Awards
•Novel research methods or tools
•Innovative application of laboratory or clinical research
•Pilot studies or early-stage research projects with high impact potential
Abstract Submission Guidelines:
•Abstract Length: Maximum 300 words
•Format: MS Word or PDF, single-spaced, 12 pt font, Times New Roman
•Title: Bold, centered
•Authors: Include affiliations and corresponding author email
•Keywords: 3–5 keywords
•Figures / Tables: Optional, must fit within abstract limits
•Language: English
Deadlines:
•Abstract Submission Opens: 1 November 2025
•Abstract Submission Closes: 15 January 2026
•Notification of Acceptance: 1 February 2026
•Presenter Registration Deadline: 25 February 2026
Presenters will have the opportunity to:
•Showcase research to national and international experts
•Participate in oral or poster presentations
•Be considered for Young Investigator Awards and Innovation Awards
BBIF IBC 2026 Travel Grant Awards
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BBIF International Biobanking Conference (IBC) 2026
Click here to register yourself for IBC 2026
Registration Type | Early Bird Fee (INR) 31st December 2025 | Regular Fee (INR) 15th Feb 2026 | Extended Regular Fee (INR) 4th March 2026 | On-the-Spot Fee (INR) 5,6,7 March 2026 |
Member (Practioner/HOD/Dean/Faculty/Professor/Asso. Professor/Asst. Professor/scientists) | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
Non-Member (Practioner/HOD/Dean/Faculty/Professor/Asso. Professor/Asst. Professor/scientists) | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
Students (MBBS, BSc., MSc.) | ₹1,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
Research Scholar (Research Scholar/PhD Scholar) | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
Technician /Nurse | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
Industry | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
Industry Group (5+ people) | ₹30,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 |
Foreign Delegates (HICs) | $200 | $300 | $350 | $400 |
Foreign Delegates (LMICs) | $80 | $150 | $200 | $300 |
Bank A/C details for fee payment:
Bank Name: Canara Bank
A/C Name: BioBank India Foundation
A/C No: 120000078847
Swift Code: CNRBINBBBFD
IFSC Code: CNRB0019050
Branch: Nirman Vihar, Delhi
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Pre-Conference Workshop on:
“Hands-on Biobanking: From Sample Collection to Data Management”
Organized by: BBIF & Continental Hospitals, Hyderabad
Venue: Continental Hospital Biobank, Hyderabad
5th March 2026 (Thursday)
09:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Organized as part of
BBIF International Biobanking Conference (IBC) 2026
Theme: “Technology-Driven Biobanking: Enabling Innovation from Bench to Bedside”
5 – 7 March 2026 | University of Hyderabad, India
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About the Workshop
The Pre-Conference Workshop will provide participants with a practical understanding of modern biobanking operations in a real-world hospital setting. Conducted at the Continental Hospital Biobank, the program will focus on hands-on training across the entire biobank workflow — from biospecimen collection and processing to documentation, storage, and data management.
Participants will also gain insights into quality systems, regulatory requirements, and operational challenges faced by hospital-integrated biobanks in India.
Learning Objectives
- Understand biobank setup, workflow, and operational structure.
- Perform sample collection, labeling, processing, and cryostorage activities.
- Learn the essentials of Biobank Information Management Systems (BIMS).
- Discuss best practices in quality control, biosafety, and documentation.
- Strengthen collaboration between clinical and research biobanks.
Tentative Programme Schedule
Time | Session | Focus |
09:00 – 09:30 AM | Registration & Welcome | Orientation to workshop goals |
09:30 – 10:30 AM | Overview of Hospital-Based Biobanking | Structure, workflow, and impact |
10:30 – 11:00 AM | Tea / Networking Break | — |
11:00 – 01:00 PM | Hands-on: Sample Collection & Processing | Blood, tissue, and fluid handling |
01:00 – 02:00 PM | Lunch | — |
02:00 – 03:00 PM | Storage & Inventory Management | Labeling, cryostorage, tracking |
03:00 – 03:30 PM | Tea Break | — |
03:30 – 04:30 PM | Documentation & Quality Management | SOPs, QC, audit readiness |
04:30 – 05:00 PM | Open Discussion & Certificate Distribution | Key takeaways and feedback |
Who Should Attend
- Biobank scientists, coordinators, and laboratory staff
- Clinicians and biomedical researchers
- Students and early-career professionals in life sciences
- Representatives from hospitals, academic, and industry biobanks
Certification
All participants will receive a Certificate of Participation jointly issued by
Biobank India Foundation (BBIF) and Continental Hospital Biobank.
Registration Fee
Category | Fee (INR) | Remarks |
IBC 2026 Registered Delegates | ₹1,000 | Special concessional rate for delegates registered for IBC 2026 |
Non-Registered Participants | ₹2,000 | Includes workshop materials, lunch, and participation certificate |
Note:
- Limited seats (25 participants only).
- Registration will be confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- The fee includes training materials, refreshments, and lunch.
- Priority: Registered delegates of BBIF-IBC 2026
Bank A/C details for fee payment:
Bank Name: Canara Bank
A/C Name: BioBank India Foundation
A/C No: 120000078847
Swift Code: CNRBINBBBFD
IFSC Code: CNRB0019050
Branch: Nirman Vihar, DelhiYou can also pay through QR code:
BBIF Awards 2026
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The Dr. S K Shankar Oration Award was established with the generous support of the Dr. Shankar family to honor the legacy of Dr. Shankar’s contributions to the field of biobanking. The Oration Award is a prestigious honor established to recognize and celebrate excellence in the field of biobanking. This award is named in honor of Dr. Shankar, whose pioneering work and significant contributions have left an indelible mark on the field. Note: BBIF Membership is mandatory for award application. See details at: Membership
Click here for Dr. S K Shankar Oration Award Nomination
To recognize excellence in biobanking, translational research, and innovation.
Award Category | Nomination Opens | Nomination Closes | Notes |
BBIF Lifetime Achievement Award | 1 November 2025 | 30 December 2025 | Honors outstanding contribution to biobanking & biomedical research. |
BBIF Excellence in Biobank Operations Award | 1 November 2025 | 30 December 2025 | For institutional or individual excellence in biobank management. |
Young Investigator Award | 1 November 2025 | 30 December 2025 | For researchers under 40 with impactful work in biobanking or translational science. |
BBIF Innovation in Technology Integration Award | 1 November 2025 | 30 December 2025 | For innovators/startups driving technology-enabled biobanking solutions. |
Award Notification & Ceremony | – | 20 February 2026 | Awards conferred during the opening session (6 March 2026). |
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Tech Showcase – Startups & Exhibitors
Milestone | Deadline | Notes |
Call for Exhibitors & Startups (Technology Showcase) | 15 November 2025 | Invitation for start-ups and industry partners to exhibit. |
Application Deadline for Tech Showcase | 31 January 2026 | Submit technology/product details for review. |
Selection Notification | 10 February 2026 | Confirmation of selected exhibitors/startups. |
Exhibit Setup & Logistics Communication | 25 February 2026 | Booth allocation and on-site support details. |
IBC 2026 Sponsors
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