Ms. Mary Cunneen
Research Assistant, Biobank, Trinity Translational Medicines Institute
- Research Institute:
Trinity Translational Medicine Institute (TTMI)
- Contact e-mail:
- Research Support Area(s):
Coordinator Biobank Services and Repositories
Research Description:
The Trinity Biobank was established in 2004 to facilitate processing, storage and distribution of biospecimens related to clinical and epidemiological research undertaken in Trinity College-St James’s Hospital. The Biobank provides a range of services for colleagues and clients internally as well as for Universities and research organisations internationally: — Nucleic Acid Extraction Service (Up to 10ml whole blood samples & concentration determination of nucleic acids) — In conjunction with the Irish Blood Transfusion Service (IBTS) we make available purified DNA and associated GWAS data from 2000 healthy donors for research use. — Standardised processing and preservation of whole blood (EDTA), serum, plasma and buffy coats — Seamless links with the Trinity Genome Sequencing Laboratory.
