The European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) is a world-leading research institution dedicated to molecular biology and life sciences. Founded in 1974, EMBL brings together scientists across Europe to conduct cutting-edge research, develop advanced technologies, and provide training.
A detailed overview on diverse EMBL’s research programme can be found here: https://www.embl.org/research/

EMBL operates six sites. Together, they foster collaboration and innovation across molecular biology and related disciplines. More information: https://www.embl.org/sites/

Heidelberg, Germany

Headquarters – core molecular biology research and innovation.

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Grenoble, France

Structural biology and advanced imaging at synchrotron facilities.

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Hamburg, Germany

Genome biology, bioinformatics, and systems biology research.

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Rome, Italy

Epigenetics, chromatin structure, and genome regulation.

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Barcelona, Spain

Tissue and developmental biology using advanced microscopy.

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Hinxton, UK (EBI)

European Bioinformatics Institute – data services and bioinformatics.

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EMBL also provides scientists from around the world with access to its state-of-the-art core facilities, thereby sharing scientific technologies and infrastructure. These platforms support a wide range of experimental approaches and enable cutting-edge research in areas such as structural biology, imaging, genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, in vivo gene editing, and chemical biology. EMBL’s scientific services encompass over 40 bioinformatics and data resources. More information: https://www.embl.org/services-facilities/