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The Institute for Genomic Biology was founded in 2003 to advance life science research and stimulate bioeconomic development in the state of Illinois. Learn more about our building, our history, and our research.
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- Biocomplexity
- Business, Economics, and Law of Genomic Biology
- Cellular Decision Making in Cancer
- Genomic Ecology of Global Change
- Gene Networks in Neural & Developmental Plasticity
- Host-Microbe Systems
- Mining Microbial Genomes
- Regenerative Biology & Tissue Engineering
- Energy Biosciences Institute
- Center for Nutrition, Learning, and Memory
Interdisciplinary Genomic Research
The mission of the Institute for Genomic Biology is to advance life science research at the University of Illinois and to stimulate bio-economic development in the state of Illinois, capitalizing on recent advances in genome science and technology.
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The IGB is dedicated to advancing research in human health, agriculture, energy use and production, and the environment. Our facilities and services support that work.
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Scientists from more than 30 campus departments are affiliated with the IGB. To find a person, search alphabetically or by theme.
For a listing of the senior administrative staff at the institute, search the administrative directory.
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The IGB has provided a solid foundation for future growth in the state of Illinois. Our scientists have generated more than 75 invention disclosures, 35 patent applications, and over a thousand scholarly journal articles since the founding of the Institute.
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IGB is home to a number of scientific conferences, workshops and symposia throughout the year. We also host a speaker series, "Pioneers in Genomic Biology" which showcases world-renowned scientists from institutions around the world.
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Faculty
Charles Werth joins the IGB
Professor Charles Werth has joined the IGB as an affiliate in the Biocomplexity Research Theme. Professor Werth is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering. He joined the faculty in 1997 after receiving his Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering and Science from Stanford University. His research focuses on the transport and fate of organic chemicals in the environment, and on the development of sustainable technologies for pollution abatement.
Rachel Smith-Bolton joins the IGB
Professor Rachel Smith-Bolton has joined the IGB as an affiliate in the Regenerative Biology and Tissue Engineering Research Theme. Professor Smith-Bolton is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Cell and Developmental Biology. She received her B.A. degree from Harvard University and her Ph.D.degree from Stanford University. Her current research focuses on wound repair and tissue regeneration.
Staff
Boris Sadkhin joins the IGB
Boris Sadkhin joined the IGB as a Research Programmer in the Computer and Network Resource Group. He will be providing informatics support for the researchers at IGB. He is a recent graduate from the Graduate School of Library and Information Science.