We recognise the role that research can play in improving diagnosis, treatment and outcomes for cancer patients. The Daisy Tumour Bank provides access to tissue samples for ethically approved cancer research.
The collection consists of cancer tissue, adjacent normal tissue and blood products collected from patients with a suspected or confirmed diagnosis of cancer.
The Daisy Tumour Bank is licensed to store human tissue by the Human Tissue Authority (licence number 12078) for ethically approved cancer research.
Who can apply
Access to the Daisy Tumour Bank collection is open to researchers within the UK and European Economic Area. Access to samples is only available for cancer research purposes only, and proof of ethical approval and funding for your research is required in your application.
Sample types
The Daisy Tumour Bank is currently accruing sample collections for cancer research. The following samples are being collected:
Sample types available at the Daisy Tumour Bank
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Disease
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Sample Type
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Format
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia
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Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells
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Frozen
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Colorectal Cancer
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Tissue
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Frozen
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Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
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Tissue
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Frozen
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Oesophageal Cancer
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Tissue
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Frozen
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The majority of patient samples are snap frozen in liquid nitrogen at collection then immediately transferred into -80 °C freezers for long term storage. Blood samples are processed immediately then stored at -80 °C. The bank can hold in excess of 80,000 samples.
How to apply
The Daisy Tumour Bank is currently accruing samples and associated data. Access to samples will be available after this period.
To access samples, please contact the Daisy Tumour Bank in the first instance outlining the nature of your access request. The Daisy Tumour Bank will advise whether the collection is suitable for your research and the eligibility of your proposed study.
If your initial enquiry is approved, the Daisy Tumour Bank will provide you with an Application for Access to Materials form to submit a formal application.
Download the Access Policy
Application process