Biobanking as a research accelerator: the perspectives of medical students and interns at a saudi university

Medical students at Alfaisal University are moderately informed about biobanking and are generally altruistic, although they also express serious ethical concerns about the utilization and safety of their information. Factual knowledge does not necessarily impact the decision to donate, and ethics, trust and positive attitudes should play a significant role in the encouragement of participation in biobanks. These findings highlight the importance of prioritizing open communication and strong ethical safeguards in biobanking ventures, as well as the integration of specialized biobanking education into medical education. This two-pronged approach is necessary to build trust and equip future medical practitioners with the opportunities to facilitate biobanking efforts in Saudi Arabia.