About us
Since our founding, we have grown to be one of the leading institutes for biotechnology in the UK, attracting investment and partnership deals from companies such as AstraZeneca, Waters, and BP, as well as talented students, academics, and professionals.
Collaboration is central to our mission
Research at the Institute is both forward-thinking and practical, with a clear focus on ensuring new discoveries benefit society as a whole.
Researchers and students from chemistry, engineering, biology and computational sciences collaborate across boundaries, while interdisciplinary teams work closely to advance areas such as sustainable manufacturing, biomedicine and environmental protection.
At the MIB, we foster an environment where innovative solutions are developed and translated into real-world impact. Now, we are leading a new revolution, to advance our understanding of the applications of biotechnology, to develop solutions to today's grand challenges and create a better world for all.
Number 1
in the UK for biotechnology research and teaching.
£100m+
live grant income
The John Garside Building
In 2006 the £38M Manchester Institute of Biotechnology at the John Garside Building opened its doors to our researchers and industry partners.
The purpose-built building is home a multi- and interdisciplinary community of researchers from backgrounds in physics, chemistry, mathematics, computation, engineering and biology.
The building offers dedicated and fully specified workspaces for a range of different activities, from bright, open-plan offices for write-ups, through to laboratories with industry standard equipment. At the centre of the building is a large and airy atrium that offers a space for spontaneous interaction and events.
We house several core facilities that support reserchers from across the University as well as external partners, and we are now home to the Manchester Biomolecule Engineering Centre (MBEC) which is ensuring all researchers and research scientists are fully equipped to deliver the UK’s vision of moving towards a more sustainable and circular economy.
To find out more about training opportunities and access our equipment, please visit the MBEC website.
Strengthening the UK’s engineering biology capabilities
We bring together experts from a wide range of scientific disciplines to address global challenges in health, sustainability and manufacturing.
With more than 50 research groups and 400 staff and students, we have a portfolio of pioneering research projects that continue to advance our knowledge and uses of biotechnology.
Our research supports the UK’s national priority to advance engineering biology and biomanufacturing, contributing to strategic goals across sustainable chemicals, advanced materials, pharmaceuticals and clean‑energy – areas identified as critical to the UK’s long‑term scientific, industrial and economic advantage.
Our commitment to community, inclusivity and sustainable research
At the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology, a vibrant and inclusive environment is a key driver of innovation that enables creative problem solving and out of the box thinking.
We strive to foster and maintain an environment that is diverse and inclusive, and that promotes expanded participation and engagement.
We are committed to delivering a community of best practice and positive action to ensure inclusivity at all levels.
Find out more about our jobs and fellowships and become part of our community.
Get in touch
Reach out to our researchers for more information about their work, or if you have a general enquiry, please contact our team.