International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology

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      An Intergovernmental Organisation with operations aligned to those of the United Nations Common System, we are a Centre of excellence for Research, Training and Technology Transfer to industry to promote sustainable global development.
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      With laboratories on three continents, our scientists work to advance basic research in the Life Sciences to improve Agriculture, Health, Education, and Energy Innovation. Our labs offer a scientific environment of top international standard, cutting-edge instrumentation, specialised facilities and advanced services.
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      We partner with Government bodies, academic institutes, private companies, and charities on projects to address hunger, health and well-being, quality education, affordable and clean energy, industry, innovation and infrastructure, all with a view to gender parity, supporting youth, and Least Developed Countries.
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June 4, 2026

5×1000 Contribution to support Science

Taxpayers in Italy can support young researchers by donating their 5×1000 to ICGEB. Just sign under “Scientific Research and University” on your tax return and enter 90031700322.

April 23, 2026

Quando il battito protegge: così il cuore frena i tumori

Pubblicato su Science uno studio coordinato dall’Università di Trieste in collaborazione con ICGEB e Centro Cardiologico Monzino IRCCS: le forze fisiche generate dal cuore possano ostacolare la crescita tumorale nel tessuto cardiaco

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