Institute for Bioengineering and Bioscience

Advancing health through engineering, biology, and science

The Parker H. Petit Institute for Bioengineering and Bioscience (IBB) is one of Georgia Tech’s Interdisciplinary Research Institutes (IRIs). IBB serves as an incubator for tackling complex research problems by bringing together engineers, scientists, and clinicians to turn discoveries into game-changing solutions.

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James Stroud

James Stroud Awarded Linnean Society’s Bicentenary Medal

The annual Bicentenary Medal is considered one of the most prestigious awards for researchers studying natural history.

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Georgia Tech Bird Flu Vaccine Project Lands $2M From USDA

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Mark Prausnitz Receives 1934 Distinguished Professor Award

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When Promising Cures Collapse Before They Reach Patients

Upcoming Events

Georgia CTSA - Speed Networking

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IBB Molecular Evolution Core Office Hours

Petit Biotechnology Building, 315 Ferst Drive NW, Nerem Atrium, Atlanta, GA 30332

IBB Finals Week Study Break

Petit Biotech Building (IBB), Nerem Atrium, 315 Ferst Drive

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