Institute for Microbiology and Biotechnology
The Institute of Microbiology and Biotechnology is dedicated to the study of microorganisms. They represent the numerically largest fraction of living matter on our planet and exhibit great diversity due to their adaptation to a wide variety of habitats.
Our research, which aims at a fundamental understanding of the molecular mechanisms and functions of microbial biochemistry and cell biology, is an important prerequisite for the development of new biotechnological and medical applications. An overview and introduction to our current research projects and topics can be found here.
Our teaching offer includes modules in the courses of study B.Sc. Biology and M.Sc. Microbiology. For more information on specific courses and our institute colloquium, please see here.
News
A visit to the IFMB by Ye-One Rhie, member of the german parliament, to the "Sweethoven Biotech" project for the sustainable production of healthy sugar alternatives, which is being funded as part of the BMBF's "DATIpilot Innovation Sprint" funding initiative.
Science Festival at the University of Bonn, where Dr. Marcel Hövels from the IFMB will provide information about a healthy sugar alternative from his start-up “Sweethoven Biotech”.
Review of an exciting institute retreat 2024
Success at the DGHM/VAAM Annual Meeting of Microbiologists 2024