Research & Partnerships
What are the current research fields at the Biozentrum?
The current research focus areas at the Biozentrum include Computational and Theoretical Biology - Developmental, Regenerative & Stem Cell Biology - Evolution & Ecology - Genetics & Genomics - Microbiology, Infection Biology & Immunology - Molecular & Cellular Biology - Molecular Medicine, Physiology, Metabolism & Aging - Multicellular Dynamics - Neuroscience - Physics of Life - Signaling & Gene Regulation - Structural Biology, Biochemistry & Biophysics - as well as Systems & Synthetic Biology.
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What research groups can be found at the Biozentrum?
There are 34 research groups, each with its own focus and expertise.
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Which fundamental biological questions do researchers pursue at the Biozentrum?
Researchers aim to understand how molecules and cells function, how complex biological systems emerge, and how these insights can help address diseases and improve health.
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How can I learn more about a specific research group or PI?
Each research group has a dedicated overview page with group information, publications, and contact details.
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Do researchers at the Biozentrum work with animal models, organoids, computer models or human tissue specimens/samples?
Yes, researchers at the Biozentrum use a wide range of models and methods, including animal models, organoids, computational models, and human tissue samples, depending on the research question.
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What are the recent scientific discoveries or publications from the Biozentrum?
Highlights of recent research and breakthroughs are featured in the News section.
Are there interdisciplinary or collaborative projects within the institute?
Yes, researchers collaborate within the institute and with national and international academic and industry partners.
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What technologies are used at the Biozentrum?
You can find an overview of the technologies and equipment available at the Biozentrum in the Technology Platforms section.
Has the Biozentrum produced a Nobel laureate?
Yes. Werner Arber, emeritus professor at the Biozentrum, received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1978. It has also spawned several Nobel laureates.
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Has the Biozentrum won important awards?
Researchers at the Biozentrum have received numerous prestigious international awards, including the Nobel Prize, Breakthrough Prize, Lasker Award, and Balzan Prize.
Find out more in our chronology section.
Does the Biozentrum collaborate with industry or biotech companies?
Yes. Collaborations exist with partners such as Novartis, Roche, and other life science organizations.
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How can companies partner with the Biozentrum for research?
Companies can initiate collaborations through joint research projects and licensing arrangements.
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Are there technology transfer or licensing opportunities?
Yes. These are coordinated through the Biozentrum's Technology Ventures office.
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Are there any startup companies that have emerged from the Biozentrum?
Yes, the Biozentrum has been instrumental in founding several biotech startups, known as spin-offs, that translate cutting-edge research into real-world applications. These companies focus on diverse areas such as cancer therapy, neurological disorders, and gene therapy.
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Which is the Biozentrum's most successful startup?
The Biozentrum's most successful startup is the biotech company T3 Pharmaceuticals, a spin-off of the Biozentrum of the University of Basel. In 2023, it was acquired by the German pharmaceutical company Boehringer Ingelheim. T3 Pharma has developed a novel technology that uses live bacteria to deliver therapeutic proteins to cancer cells and the tumor microenvironment.
Read more about it here.