The Louvain Institute of Biomolecular Science and Technology brings together more than 150 
research staff working in the field of biology and using molecular and cellular tools. 

The general objective is to create an environment favorable to high profile research activities.  More specific aims are as follows :

• to promote high quality basic research in the life sciences
• to promote applied projects that emerge from basic research
• to attract young talented researchers and help them develop a successful team
• to favor the transfer of know-how
• to favor the setting up of interdisciplinary projects
• to improve the scientific training of young researchers
• to set up technological platforms available to the whole scientific community