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Biobanks in medical research and healthcare have become valuable tools for advancing scientific knowledge and improving patient outcomes []. Biobanks are repositories of biological samples, such as blood, tissue, and DNA, carefully collected for research purposes. These samples have immense potential to enable the development of personalized medicine and facilitate the discovery of new therapies []. The advent of the Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized many industries, including healthcare, and its impact on biobanking is undeniable. IoT devices, equipped with sensors and communication capabilities, are transforming biobanking practices by enabling real-time monitoring, data collection, and remote management of biological samples. The integration of IoT technology promises to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and security of biobanking operations []. However, the integration of IoT into biobanks also introduces a series of security challenges that must be carefully addressed to preserve the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive biological data. The interconnected nature of IoT devices and the large amount of data they generate create vulnerabilities that malicious actors can exploit []. Data breaches, unauthorized access, and cyberattacks pose major threats to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of biobank data []. A comprehensive cybersecurity framework must be implemented in biobanking environments to effectively mitigate these security risks. This framework should include robust authentication mechanisms, secure data encryption protocols, and vigilant network monitoring practices. AlGhamdi et . propose a privacy-preserving attribute-based encryption broker (ABE) for IoT and create the IoT gateway []. As biobanks embrace the transformative power of IoT, it is critical to strike a delicate balance between leveraging technological advancements and protecting the sensitive data entrusted to them. By prioritizing cybersecurity measures and fostering a culture of security awareness, biobanking institutions can reap the benefits of IoT while protecting the confidentiality and integrity of biological samples that hold the key to medical advances. Our study aims to summarize the advances and challenges related to the implementation of the Internet of Things (IoT) in biobanks. We will analyze the contributions of IoT in traceability and process automation in the monitoring of biobanking systems. In addition, we will address the security issues inherent in these systems, highlighting technological solutions such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, and cryptography. Finally, we will present a reference architecture incorporating IoT best practices for security and efficiency. The Internet of Things (IoT) is a popular communication technology, mainly due to its wireless and sensor-based mechanism []. New IoT devices that can receive, display, and transmit data in real-time are expected to enable such advancements in the biobanking industry. A growing number of other “smart” devices are collecting data that reflects or contributes to clinical research.