Central public collection of human DNA and cell samples
NHGRI Sample Repository for Human Genetic Research
A public resource that stores and shares DNA, cell lines, and other biospecimens from diverse people to help researchers studying human genetics.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Coriell Institute for Medical Research NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Camden, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11124042 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This repository collects donated blood, DNA, RNA, and renewable cell lines from people around the world and links them with standardized information and consent for broad research use. Staff carefully characterize, quality-control, store, and catalog samples so researchers can request whole DNA, high molecular weight DNA, RNA, cell pellets, or custom sample plates. The resource includes major collections like the 1000 Genomes samples and is expanding to include contributions from the Human Pangenome Reference Consortium. Samples and custom preparations are distributed to qualified researchers worldwide to support many kinds of genetic and genomic studies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: People who are willing to donate biospecimens (blood or tissue), agree to broad genomic research use and data sharing, and can provide required consent and collection procedures are suitable contributors.
Not a fit: Individuals seeking immediate personal medical treatment or direct clinical results are unlikely to gain direct health benefit from contributing samples to this repository.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: By making high-quality, well-characterized human biospecimens widely available, the repository can speed discoveries about genetic causes of disease and support development of better diagnostics and therapies.
How similar studies have performed: Yes — established public biorepositories (including the 1000 Genomes collection) have supported thousands of published studies, showing this model reliably advances genetic research.
Where this research is happening
Camden, United States
- Coriell Institute for Medical Research — Camden, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Scheinfeldt, Laura — Coriell Institute for Medical Research
- Study coordinator: Scheinfeldt, Laura
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.