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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April 23, 2026

ICGEB hosts 32nd Session of the Council of Scientific Advisers in Trieste

From 21 to 22 April 2026, the thirty-second session of the ICGEB Council of Scientific Advisers (CSA) was held at the Trieste Component.

September 7, 2025

The Border between Skin and Heart. An Event for the European Capital of Culture

ICGEB and partners present the play: “The border between skin and heart: the emotions of science in the fight against cancer.”