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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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Interdisciplinary Genomic Research
The mission of the Institute for Genomic Biology is to advance life science research at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and to stimulate bio-economic development in the state of Illinois. To achieve that mission, our research themes capitalize on recent advance in genome science and technology.
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State-Of-The-Art Research Facilities
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 14 invention disclosures, 5 patent applications, and hundreds of scholarly journal articles in the three short years that we have occupied our building.
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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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Where Science Meets Society
Host-Microbe Systems
What is the relationship between humans and the microbial populations that live inside of us? Many of these microbes exist as commensals that live in association with the host without causing disease. Indeed, the relationship is often mutually beneficial. Yet the interactions between a host and its microbiota in the presence of a host immune response can greatly affect human health. The study of microbial diseases has focused traditionally on single, clearly defined interactions between the host and frank pathogens. But this approach discounts the complexity of the interactions, as the normal microbiota is a key player in this system.