International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology

05/06/2026

📰 ICGEB in the News

From cutting-edge research and international scientific collaborations to programme success stories and new opportunities, there’s always something happening across the ICGEB network.

🔬 Latest research breakthroughs
🤝 Global partnerships
🌍 Impact across our Member States
📢 Training and funding opportunities
💼 Vacancies at ICGEB New Delhi

Explore the latest updates and discover how science is making a difference around the world.


SiS FVG

04/06/2026

The ICGEB has emerged from its 32nd Board of Governors meeting in Cape Town with a strong mandate for global expansion, scientific momentum, and renewed commitment to science diplomacy, innovation, and sustainable development.

Celebrating 20 years of impact in Africa through its Cape Town Component, ICGEB highlighted extraordinary growth across fellowships, collaborative research, technology transfer, and scientific partnerships. Since its establishment in South Africa, the organisation has awarded 350 Fellowships and 110 Collaborative Research Programme (CRP) grants to African scientists, helping build a vibrant and interconnected scientific community across the continent.

Read all the highlights from the meeting at the link in the comment below.
Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale Direzione Generale della Cooperazione allo Sviluppo Department of Science,Technology and Innovation SA Department of Biotechnology, India

03/06/2026

🇧🇼 Dr Lawrence Banks was in Botswana last week, meeting with Hon. Minister of Communications & Innovation David Tshere and Assistant Minister Shawn Ntlhaile.

Strong engagement from government, academia, research institutions, and industry, all united by a shared commitment to advancing biotechnology, innovation, and scientific cooperation.

Together, these partnerships help build scientific capacity, foster innovation, and create opportunities for sustainable development.


BWgovernment Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale

01/06/2026

🌍 Strengthening global preparedness for future pandemics starts with knowledge, collaboration, and capacity building.

Scientists and public health professionals from around the world recently gathered at ICGEB Headquarters in Trieste for an intensive training programme focused on pandemic preparedness and biosecurity. Through hands-on learning and international exchange, participants enhanced their expertise in pathogen detection, surveillance, diagnostics, and laboratory biosafety.

By investing in scientific training and fostering global networks, we can build stronger health systems and improve our collective ability to respond to emerging infectious disease threats.

A heartfelt thank you to all participants, trainers, and partners who made this initiative a success.

Read more: https://www.icgeb.org/advances-in-global-pandemic-preparedness/



United Nations

31/05/2026

Director-General Lawrence Banks in Botswana last week

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30/05/2026

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28/05/2026

Celebrating 20 years of ICGEB Cape Town

In May 2026, the Board of Governors celebrated the activity and imp...

28/05/2026

Inspirational

26/05/2026

This week, ICGEB HQ in Trieste has welcomed 10 staff members from South Africa’s CSIR for an intensive training on GMP, Quality Management Systems and bioprocessing. Combining theory with hands-on experience in ICGEB's pharma-compliant BDU facilities, participants are enhancing their expertise through QC case studies for biotherapeutics.
This programme supports stronger GMP compliance in LMICs, advancing the adoption of international best practices and access to affordable medicines.
Pictured with the group is guest lecturer Dr. Claudio Manzati, Lean Institute, long-standing collaborator of the ICGEB Biotechnology Development Unit and GMP expert.

CSIR

26/05/2026

On 25 May 2026 at ICGEB Trieste 🇮🇹, our scientists came together to celebrate - honouring Africa’s rich diversity, scientific talent, innovation, and the power of international collaboration. 🌍🔬✨

A proud moment to recognise the researchers and communities working every day to advance science for sustainable development and a stronger future for all.


Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale African Union Direzione Generale della Cooperazione allo Sviluppo