Microbiology

Belgian expertise helps Danish company revolutionize non-alcoholic brewing

Belgian expertise helps Danish company revolutionize non-alcoholic brewing

Two new yeast strains on the market for brewing non-alcoholic beers

November 14, 2023

Leuven researchers discover potential anti-cancer agents in diseased fish 

Leuven researchers discover potential anti-cancer agents in diseased fish 

Genes in the DNA of Pseudomonas bacteria are responsible for oximidine production

October 12, 2023

Triple discovery unveils insights into type 2 diabetes

Triple discovery unveils insights into type 2 diabetes

Research illuminates profound influence of genetics on treatment response, the direct link between type 2 diabetes and reduction in lung function, and the pivotal role of the gastrointestinal tract in regulating blood sugar levels

September 28, 2023

VIB and AB Biotek join forces to develop superior yeast strains for bioethanol production

VIB and AB Biotek join forces to develop superior yeast strains for bioethanol production

Collaboration to meet global needs of bioethanol industry

September 26, 2023

Long-term lifestyle effects on the microbiome

Long-term lifestyle effects on the microbiome

Lifestyle events and choices can have long-lasting effects on the gut microbiome

November 7, 2022

Waking up bacteria to overcome antibiotic resistance

Waking up bacteria to overcome antibiotic resistance

Targeting persister cells to combat antibiotic tolerant bacteria

March 1, 2022

About VIB

VIB’s core mission is to generate disruptive insights in the molecular underpinning of life and to translate these actively into impactful innovations for patients and society. VIB is an independent research institute where some 1,800 top scientists from Belgium and abroad conduct pioneering basic research. As such, they are pushing the boundaries of what we know about molecular mechanisms and how they rule living organisms such as human beings, animals, plants, and microorganisms. Based on a close partnership with five Flemish universities – Ghent University, KU Leuven, University of Antwerp, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, and Hasselt University – and supported by a solid funding program, VIB unites the expertise of all its collaborators and research groups in a single institute. VIB’s technology transfer activities translate research results into concrete benefits for society such as new diagnostics and therapies and agricultural innovations. These applications are often developed by young start-ups from VIB or through collaborations with other companies. This also leads to additional employment and bridges the gap between scientific research and entrepreneurship. VIB also engages actively in the public debate on biotechnology by developing and disseminating a wide range of science-based information. 

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