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Application Materials and Instructions

Apply to the CHTN and gain access to an extensive network of high-quality biospecimens.

CHTN Application Check-List and Instructions

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Do you need help organizing the CHTN application process? Download the checklist or watch the two videos below: CHTN How to Apply to the CHTN and the Tissue Request video.


Investigator Application - Part 1

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Carefully fill out each section of the application form, including the specific tissues or fluids you require for your study. Be sure to provide detailed information on your research protocol, IRB approval, and shipping preferences."

Ensure the Principal Investigator (PI) listed on the CHTN application matches the PI on your IRB-approved protocol. The PI is responsible for overseeing the proper use of biospecimens in the study.

Commercial companies that do not have access to an IRB, please complete the Human Subjects Agreement form.

Application Part 1 Video


Investigator Application Part 2 - Tissue Request Form

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Review the tissue request form and complete it for each type of tissue, disease, and/or anatomic site being requested.

Application Part 2 Video

Additional Forms

Human Subjects Agreement

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Commercial companies that do not have an IRB, please download the form. The PI/CHTN investigator will sign as the recipient of the tissue, and your institutional office (legal or other designee) will sign as the authorized personnel.


Request for Third Party Transfer Instructions

Download Instructions Need to transfer specimens or data to a collaborator or service? CHTN does not guarantee that all requests for third party transfers will be approved. Please submit the appropriate paperwork to your CHTN Division Coordinator.