Case Study
Cardiff University Biobank
Wernick ® Buildings Kenfig Industrial Estate Port Talbot SA13 2PE call: 0800 112 4640 or email: Enquiries.Buildings@ wernickgroup.co.uk www.wernick.co.uk/buildings Cardiff University Biobank Requirement: Biological samples are the cornerstone of many medical research projects, but obtaining these samples can be difficult and time consuming. Cardiff University were looking to consolidate 8 different biobanks across their estate to facilitate researchers accessing samples. The dedicated facility would bring the biobank team together, and allow them to ensure samples were collected, catalogued and stored safely. The building would have to accommodate specialist equipment, including ultra-low temperature freezers and vapour phase liquid nitrogen sample storage. Solution: