It is with great pleasure that we welcome you to the World Biobanking Congress 2026, taking place April 21-25, 2026 in Shenzhen, China. This landmark event represents an exceptional collaboration between three leading biobanking associations: the International Society for Biological and Environmental Repositories (ISBER), the Biobank Branch, China Medicinal Biotech Association (BBCMBA), and BGI.

The 2026 Congress will bring together two major events: the ISBER Global Biobanking Congress (April 21-23), at the BGI Center, and the BBCMBA 18th China Holistic Integrate Biobankology Conference and the 13th Hospital Dean’s Summit on Biobank (April 23-25), held at Shenzhen Dameisha Coastal Hotel. The joint collaborative day on April 23 will take place at the BGI Center, marking a pivotal occasion for international partnership, shared learning, and innovation.

As one of China’s most dynamic and forward-thinking cities, Shenzhen provides a fitting backdrop for this global gathering. Home to BGI and numerous leading biotechnology companies, the city embodies rapid scientific advancement, a strong spirit of innovation, and an open environment for international cooperation, making it an ideal setting for advancing the future of biobanking.

We are inviting you to register for either or both meetings, with a special discounted rate available for those attending both. This unique opportunity allows participants to engage with two major biobanking communities, gain a broader perspective on global practices and research, and strengthen international collaborations.

This registration page is dedicated to the ISBER Global Biobanking Congress:

• Theme: Global Collaboration for Advanced Technology & Innovation
• Format: In-Person meeting only, at the BGI Center
• Days: April 21-23, 2026
• Language: English