Manchester Institute of Biotechnology Home Research Study Connect About Manchester Institute of Biotechnology About Manchester Institute of Biotechnology About People News History and leadership About us The Manchester Institute of Biotechnology was founded in 2006 to facilitate cross-disciplinary research to develop new biotechnologies that have applications in human health, the energy economy, food security and the environment. We are home to over 40 research groups who lead a portfolio of pioneering research projects that continue to advance our knowledge and uses of biotechnology. This research is helping to drive the UK's strategic development of biomanufacturing, specifically in the areas of pharmaceuticals, value-added chemicals, advanced materials, and next-generation biofuels. The impact of our work is reflected in the quality, volume, societal and economic impact of our research and our ability to produce highly employable scientists and engineers - future leaders with a deep appreciation of, and the ability to drive, innovative biotechnology research and applications. Rob Field / Director, MIB Our interdisciplinary approach to research brings together a diverse set of people with skills from across engineering and the sciences. Many our specialist researchers work in or across our centres of excellence and make use of our high-specification facilities and equipment. This flexible and adaptable approach to research places us in a unique position to interface with industry. Our academics actively work with businesses to solve real-world problems and our research is used to support strategies for the future as well as in today's manufacturing processes for everything from flavourings, to new drugs to tackle illness, to fuel for our factories, homes and vehicles. In short, we are helping to feed, fuel and heal the world. Our people Find out more about who we are and search for an individual. See our people News Keep up to date with our latest news and research outputs. Find out more Find out about our origins Discover how we were founded and and why the MIB was created. Find out more Get in touch Are you interested in finding out more about what we do? Or are you looking to collaborate? Find out how to contact us. Contact us Fellowship support We have an excellent track record in supporting fellows in their applications and in securing academic tenure. Read more Contacts +44 (0) 161 306 5200 Contact details Find us Manchester Institute of Biotechnology The University of Manchester 131 Princess Street Manchester M1 7DN United Kingdom Connect with us Disclaimer Data Protection Copyright notice Web accessibility Freedom of information Charitable status Royal Charter Number: RC000797 Your privacy is important We use cookies on this site to improve your experience, analyse site usage and assist in our marketing efforts. By clicking the accept button you agree to our use of cookies. Accept all cookies Cookies settings