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Unlocking Research Potential: Accessing NCRAD's Biospecimens

At NCRAD, we curate an extensive repository of biospecimens, providing researchers with a rich pool of data to advance your studies and make groundbreaking discoveries.

To ensure that researchers have access to the most accurate information, NCRAD continually updates its database with new information. Therefore, we encourage you to request an updated set of variables prior to publication and implementation of analysis involving samples acquired from the repository. Although NCRAD makes every effort to verify all data and information, it cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions in the distributed data.

Samples Types Available at NCRAD

Genomic DNA

Cell Line DNA

RNA

Plasma

PBMCs

CSF

Serum

LCLs

iPSCs

Fibroblasts

Frozen/Fixed Brain Tissue

Stool

At NCRAD, we take pride in offering a wide range of biospecimens that can help answer your most pressing research questions. We also employ rigorous quality control measures to maintain the highest standards.

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Navigating the Request Process

Accessing samples from NCRAD is a straightforward process. From submitting your application to the relevant Biospecimen Review Committee (BRC) to the final decision, our process is designed to support your research needs. Step-by-step guidance is available to assist you through the process.

Learn more about the request process
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Affordable Access to Advancement

We believe that advancing science should be accessible to all. NCRAD offers competitive pricing structures, ensuring that cost is not a barrier to accessing valuable biospecimens. Detailed pricing structures can be found in the table provided below.

price structure-distribution of samples
July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025
<p>**Courier and indirect fees will also be added. The current Indiana University indirect rate for the time period of July 19, 2019-June 30, 2027 (or until ammended) is 58.5%. More information about this indirect rate may be found <a href="https://research.iu.edu/funding-proposals/proposals/budgets/rates.html" target="_blank" class="link">here</a>.</p>
Price Tiers**
ProductContainerProcess IncludedUnitContributor CostAcademic Not-For-Profit CostIndustry Cost
DNAPlateAliquot,normalize,plate,pack for shipmentPer sample$30$45$90
DNA (Duplicate)PlateDuplicate PlatePer plate$47$71$141
Total RNAAliquotPull sample, pack for shipmentPer sample$24$36$72
Micro RNAAliquotPull sample, pack for shipmentPer sample$24$36$72
SerumAliquotPull sample, pack for shipmentPer sample$12$18$36
PlasmaAliquotPull sample, pack for shipmentPer sample$12$18$36
CSFAliquotPull sample, pack for shipmentPer sample$12$18$36
FibroblastsAliquotPull sample, pack for shipmentPer sample$229$344$687
PBMCsAliquotPull sample, pack for shipmentPer sample$123$185$369
LCLsAliquotPull sample, pack for shipmentPer sample$123$185$369
IPSCsAliquotPull sample, pack for shipmentPer sample$570$855$1,710

**Courier and indirect fees will also be added. The current Indiana University indirect rate for the time period of July 19, 2019-June 30, 2027 (or until ammended) is 58.5%. More information about this indirect rate may be found here.

Getting Started

For inquiries, assistance, or to start your research journey with NCRAD's biospecimens, please contact our dedicated team: