Welcome to the web site of the Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology of the Foundation for Research and Technology Hellas (IMBB-FORTH). IMBB is one of the most prominent life science research institutions in Greece, with an outstanding record of scientific achievements, state of the art infrastructure and a broad range of research, innovation and educational activities. IMBB’s main mission is to pursue cutting-edge research and promote scientific excellence.
Highlights
Distinct trafficking routes of polarized and non-polarized membrane cargoes in Aspergillus nidulans
In a study published in eLIFE Diallinas team established a genetic system to show the existence of distinct parallel trafficking routes for polarized and non-polarized membrane proteins, initiating early upon exit from the ER and bypassing the Golgi. This work provides a paradigm shift in membrane protein trafficking in polarized eukaryotic cells.
Seed longevity is controlled by metacaspases
IMBB researchers uncover the crucial role of a novel proteolytic pathway with metacaspases in maintaining protein homeostasis and lipid droplet function in seeds, processes which are vital for their longevity. Understanding these molecular mechanisms, could lead to enhanced seed longevity, which is crucial for food security and biodiversity conservation.
Spermidine is vital for inducing autophagy and extending longevity during intermittent fasting
An international scientific collaboration between IMBB researchers, scientists from Paris Cité University in France, and the University of Graz in Austria reveals the conserved role of spermidine in regulating autophagy and extending lifespan during intermittent fasting.
Endonucleosis mediates internalization of cytoplasm into the nucleus
IMBB Researchers identified novel cellular survival mechanisms involving hyperploidization and endonucleosis, a membrane assisted internalization of cytoplasm into the nucleus. These cellular actions control genome instability caused by defective epigenetic regulation.
News
6th International Yale Symposium on Olive Oil and Health
December 01-04. 2024
The 6th International Yale Symposium on Olive Oil and Health titled "Beyond the Olive Grove: Shaping Public and Planetary Health, Policy, and Sustainability", will take place on December 1-4, 2024, in Heraklion Crete.
IMBB-FORTH is proud to announce that Ms. Ioanna Pandi has received the “Miltiadis Karatzis” best PhD student award for 2024
November 15. 2024
IMBB-FORTH is proud to announce that Ms. Ioanna Pandi has received the “Miltiadis Karatzis” best PhD student award for 2024 in a ceremony organized by “Friends of FORTH”. Ms Pandi is working under the supervision of Panayiota Poirazi, the Research Director of IMBB.
Prof. John Vontas and Prof. Christos Delidakis officially welcomed to EMBO
November 12. 2024
Prof. John Vontas , Director of the Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB) of FORTH and Professor of the Agricultural University of Athens AUA OFC (AUA), and Prof. Christos Delidakis, Principal Investigator at IMBB and Professor at the University of Crete, were elected as new EMBO members earlier this year. Certificates of their membership were awarded at an official welcoming ceremony that took place last week in Heidelberg, Germany.
IMBB participated in this year’s European Researchers’ Night at FORTH on September 27
October 04. 2024
IMBB participated in this year’s European Researchers’ Night at FORTH on September 27. This is the largest European Initiative that aims to make the general public acquainted with the research that is taking place in Europe, and especially showing children the excitement of science. Universities and research institutes such as FORTH across 25 cities in Europe open their doors and share their work through presentations, experiments, games, discussions and other interactive formats.
Events
"Molecular sensing of phytoplankton carbon fixation"
IMBB COLLOQUIUM
Frederic VERRET
Postdoctoral Researcher,
Gizeli Lab
Date: December 13th, 2024 @ 13:00
Location: Seminar Room 1 "Costas Fotakis", FORTH's bldg
"DNA Damage in Macrophages Promotes Nuclear Antigen Presentation and Immune Autoreactivity"
IMBB COLLOQUIUM
George NIOTIS
PhD Candidate,
Garinis Lab
Date: December 6th, 2024 @ 13:00
Location: Seminar Room 1 "Costas Fotakis", FORTH's bldg
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