[GIBMS Seminar Series] National Biobank Consortium of Taiwan (NBCT): Platform Resources and Applications in Biomedical Research

Dear Faculty Members and Students,

The Graduate Institute of Biomedical Sciences (GIBMS), Chang Gung University, is pleased to announce a two-session workshop series featuring the National Biobank Consortium of Taiwan (NBCT).

We are honored to invite Dr. Shiu-Feng Huang, M.D., Ph.D., Executive Director of the NBCT, to introduce the platform’s integrated biobank resources, biospecimen and data inquiry procedures, and application processes, as well as their potential applications in biomedical research.

This workshop series consists of two sessions, progressing from an introduction to platform resources and practical application procedures to case-based application reviews and individualized feedback. The sessions aim to help faculty members and students better understand how to access and utilize NBCT resources in their research.

Session 1: Introduction to Platform Resources and Applications in Biomedical Research

Date: Friday, November 6, 2026

Time: 3:10–5:00 PM

Topics: An introduction to NBCT’s integrated resources, biospecimen and data inquiry procedures, and practical guidance through a simulated application process.

Session 2: Application Case Reviews and Individualized Feedback

Date: Friday, December 4, 2026

Time: 3:10–5:00 PM

Topics: Review of submitted applications and individualized feedback to help participants better understand the application process and related considerations.

Speaker and Venue Information

Speaker: Dr. Shiu-Feng Huang, M.D., Ph.D.

Position: Executive Director, National Biobank Consortium of Taiwan (NBCT)

Venue: First Conference Room, 6th Floor, Engineering Building, Chang Gung University

Organizer: Graduate Institute of Biomedical Sciences (GIBMS), Chang Gung University

NBCT Website: https://nbct.nhri.org.tw/

Faculty members and students interested in biomedical research are warmly encouraged to attend this workshop series and explore the research opportunities offered by Taiwan’s integrated biobank resources.

We look forward to your participation.