Formalin-fixed and fresh-frozen brain tissue for research projects may be requested by researchers worldwide through filling in an application form. To see what brain tissue is available, researchers may search the ABBN website. Details of how to apply for tissue can be found at the NSWBBN website. As indicated in the guidelines, a Material Transfer Agreement must be signed following project approval and before tissue transport to ensure that the transfer and subsequent use of the tissue is legally compliant.
The application will be processed by the New South Wales Brain Bank Network Scientific Review Committee, consisting of an independent Chair and Scientific Executive. The SRC Executive will also work with a large panel of assessors (Tissue Review Panel) who will be responsible for reviewing the applications, with approval based upon the researcher’s expertise and track record and the merit of the research plan.
The NSWBBN Scientific Review Committee consists of:
Chair:
Executive Committee:
Once the request is approved, tissue will be dispatched to the researcher at the Brain Bank's earliest convenience.
For further assistance with application queries please visit the NSWBBN or contact the Co-ordinator on 9351 6143 or NSWBBN@sydney.edu.au
