BioStorage Technologies to Host Global Sample Management Benchmarking Symposium at International Contract Services Expo

INDIANAPOLIS, Oct. 20, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — BioStorage Technologies, Inc. a
global provider of comprehensive sample asset management, biomaterial storage
and cold chain logistics for the bioscience industry, will host its Global
Sample Management Benchmarking Symposium at the International Contract Services
Expo (ICSE), on Wednesday, 26 October 2011, in Frankfurt, Germany.

The symposium will include two 1-hour presentations from industry thought
leaders who will provide in-depth perspectives on new trends and strategies in
the outsourcing of sample management and explain how Good Storage Practices
(GSP) can help maximize research opportunities, minimize risk and reduce costs.
Attendees will also learn first-hand how to achieve efficiencies and cost
savings in the management of pharmacogenomic research and sample management, as
well as how to navigate the regulatory environment of sample management in
China.

“Today’s drug development initiatives, such as biomarker discovery and
personalized medicine are highly dependent on properly preserved samples,
therefore it is imperative to fully explore and discuss the various aspects of
comprehensive sample management,” said Gregory Swanberg, Chief Executive
Officer, BioStorage Technologies. “This symposium will provide a forum for
individuals who manage biorepositories to discuss global challenges, trends and
the overall operations of properly collecting and managing biological samples in
support of today’s and tomorrow’s worldwide research efforts.”

Presentations include:

— Dr. Theodor Dingermann, Professor, Institut fur Pharmazeutische Biologie
Biozentrum
“Biomarker-driven Drug Development: No Sample, No Science”

— Bing Wang, Partner and Chief Representative, Baker and Daniels, LLP,
Beijing Office
“CHINA: Understanding How to Navigate Regulatory Regime on Clinical Trial
Samples”

The symposium will also include networking opportunities and a tour of
BioStorage Technologies’ state-of-the-art biorepository in Frankfurt. For more
information on the Global Sample Management Benchmarking Symposium or to
register for the event, visit www.biostoragesymposium.com.

This year, ICSE will be co-located with CPhI Worlwide, InnoPack and P-MEC Europe
to offer one of the best events for any business or individual in the contract
services sector. BioStorage Technologies will be an exhibitor at booth #41G20
(Hall 4.1), and is also a leading sponsor of the European Outsourcing Awards,
which will be held on 26 October 2011 during the ICSE conference.

About BioStorage Technologies, Inc.:
BioStorage Technologies, Inc. is the premier, global provider of comprehensive
sample management solutions for the bioscience industry. Offering onsite or
outsourced management of sample assets, BioStorage Technologies manages the
complete lifecycle of samples. With a team of global sample experts,
state-of-the-art temperature-controlled storage facilities, and a real-time,
web-based sample intelligence and tracking system; the company supports
customers in maximizing opportunities, minimizing risk and reducing the cost of
sample management. BioStorage Technologies, Inc. is privately held and
headquartered in Indianapolis with an additional full-service site near
Frankfurt, Germany. For more information, visit www.biostorage.com or call +1
(866) 697-2675 or +49-6155-898-1011.

Press Contact:
Michael Clark
Miller Brooks, Inc.
317-873-8100
michael@millerbrooks.com

SOURCE BioStorage Technologies, Inc.