Untitled - ITQB - Universidade Nova de Lisboa

Introduction
The Instituto de Tecnologia Química e Biológica (ITQB) is a research
and advanced training institute of the Universidade Nova de
Lisboa. Its mission is to develop high-quality research in chemistry
and the life sciences, considering all levels of complexity and their
potential applications, so as to contribute to the understanding of
life’s mechanisms. Its highly multidisciplinary nature makes ITQB
a leading centre for advanced training of researchers in Portugal.
Currently, ITQB has 62 independent laboratories grouped in
fi ve research divisions. It hosts more than 400 researchers with
different scientifi c interests and backgrounds. Researchers at
ITQB benefi t from outstanding facilities, equipment, and support
services, some of which are unique in the country.
Since 2001, the important contribution of ITQB in research
and development has been highly enriched by the partnership
with the Instituto Gulbenkian de Ciência and the Instituto de
Biologia Experimental e Tecnológica. This scientifi c cluster was
one of the fi rst to be awarded the title of Laboratório Associado
by the Portuguese Government in recognition of its scientifi c
excellence as determined by international evaluation panels.
ITQB’s commitment to high quality scientifi c research includes a
programme for raising public awareness of science.
Further information on ITQB’s activities available at www.itqb.unl.pt
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