About the UF Neuromedicine Human Brain and Tissue Bank (HBTB)
Scientific Director: Stefan Prokop, M.D.
This large repository of high-quality samples supports research by UF faculty members and students. Samples are made available by request for approved research projects into neurodegenerative diseases, developmental disorders and other neurological conditions. The collection of donated brains and blood samples as well as skin and cerebral-spinal fluid is carefully categorized and preserved to support precise, impactful studies, with the goal of advancing knowledge and treatment of complex neurological disorders.
Preparations Offered
- Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded brain tissue
- Formalin-fixed brain tissue
- Frozen brain tissue
- Plasma and serum samples
- DNA
Biospecimen Request Process
- Contact Dr. Stefan Prokop (sprokop@ufl.edu) or Alex Crane (alexvogt@ufl.edu) with your inquiry.
- You will receive a link to a Biospecimen Request Form to request imaging, biospecimens, and/or clinical data. You’ll receive a confirmation email upon submission.
- Your request will be reviewed by the 1Florida Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center’s Biospecimen Review Committee, which meets every other month to evaluate requests.
- You’ll be notified of your request status.
General Inquires
Please email Dr. Stefan Prokop (sprokop@ufl.edu) or Alex Crane (alexvogt@ufl.edu) with your inquiry or call (352) 273-7425.