Research area for biomedical innovation and transfer
Various closely related topics are integrated into a research area and work together synergistically.
- Cell-based model systems – researching complex biological processes in a controlled environment
- Cell and gene therapy – investigating new manufacturing processes for cell therapeutics
- Functional biomaterials and biofabrication – development, characterisation and application for innovative medical devices, diagnostics and biofabrication
The B.I.T. Lab is a central laboratory for future-oriented biomedical research projects, coupled with a demanding qualification programme for young scientists, especially doctoral students and Master's graduates. The aim is to establish a uniform concept for doctoral students at the Faculty of Life Sciences, but also to enable young researchers to acquire a practical and broad range of skills through the involvement of industry and companies. This will enable projects addressing a variety of medical challenges, including research into novel therapeutic approaches.
The B.I.T. Lab will start with a research project to develop an in vitro model for gliomas and their treatment based on a human blood-brain barrier (BBB).
In the long term, the research space and shared modern infrastructure will strengthen synergistic cooperation between the disciplines of biomedicine, computer science, biomaterials, bioanalytics and medical technology. Linked to the ‘Smart Biomaterials and Biosystems’ teaching and research centre (LFZ-SBB), a joint research laboratory with a uniform qualification concept is thus available for long-term networking with companies and institutions.
The project is funded by the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR) under the ‘HAW Research Area Qualification’ funding guideline (funding code 13HAW082FQ) until the end of 2029.
