The Institute for Biomedical Sciences has five academic partners, including the J. Mack Robinson College of Business, College of Law, College of Arts & Sciences and the Honors College.
OUR MISSION
The Institute for Biomedical Sciences is a leading multidisciplinary research and education (degree-granting) institute dedicated to advancing fundamental and innovative biomedical research that improves human health and educating and training future generations of leading biomedical scientists and health (non-M.D.) professionals related to biomedical sciences.
Established in 2014, the institute is home to three research centers where our talented scientists are tackling some of the world’s biggest health issues, such as COVID-19, Ebola virus, HIV, influenza, measles, respiratory syncytial virus, sexually transmitted infections, inflammatory bowel disease, autoimmune diseases, tuberculosis, diabetes, cancer and pneumonia.
Our researchers are working tirelessly to develop new vaccines, diagnostics and therapeutics that would lead to better patient care and new clinical applications. There’s an urgent need to bridge the gap between basic laboratory research and clinical management strategies, and the biomedical science discipline has emerged as one of the most exciting interdisciplinary research fields in science. The institute was established to accelerate Georgia State as a recognized leader in the biomedical sciences and expand the university’s contributions to biomedical research and education.
To enhance our research strengths in inflammation, immunity and infection, microbial pathogenesis and translational immunology, the institute collaborates with more than 50 colleagues in the United States and around the globe, including other Georgia and non-Georgia research institutions, major medical centers, private sector companies (biopharmaceutical and biotech), foundations and organizations such as the Georgia Research Alliance. In addition, the institute works in partnership with other units at Georgia State.
The institute has taken an innovative approach to educating our bachelor’s, master’s and Ph.D. students. By combining studies in biomedical science, business and law, our pioneering academic programs are tailored to the biomedical industry’s needs and give future generations of biomedical scientists and professionals a competitive edge for high-demand jobs. Students are prepared to work in biotechnology, pharmaceutics, consulting, education, outreach, government and other fields, as well as pursue advanced degrees in science, business or law.
Through our interdisciplinary degree programs, students learn the scientific, legal and commercial aspects of scientific discovery. They receive important lessons in business and entrepreneurship, such as how to take discoveries from the bench to the bedside, equipping them with the critical thinking and problem solving skills required to improve human health.
In addition to our inventive classroom instruction, the institute’s world-class research centers provide an excellent training ground for students interested in biomedical research, offering access to state-of-the-art facilities and technical training from leading researchers in the field.
Biomedical research can lead to discoveries that result in better patient outcomes. In addition, the field can advance diagnostic, therapeutic and preventive measures for major human diseases with ample opportunities for commercial products to be developed. This intersection of science and industry can lead to the development of universal vaccines for infectious diseases including COVID-19 and flu, novel antiviral drugs and new anti-inflammatory agents with fewer side effects.
Director of the Institute for Biomedical Sciences
Jian-Dong Li, director of the Institute for Biomedical Sciences and the Center for Inflammation, Immunity and Infection, specializes in research on inflammation, innate immunity and respiratory infections. His research focuses on inducible negative feedback regulation of inflammation, which provides novel insights into the tight regulation of inflammation and may lead to the identification of novel therapeutic targets.
"The future is bright for the Institute for Biomedical Sciences, and we invite you to learn more about our pioneering research and academic programs."
- Jian-Dong Li, M.D., Ph.D.
Our Centers At A Glance
Center for Inflammation, Immunity & Infection
PETIT SCIENCE CENTER
Studies inflammatory diseases at the molecular level and develops novel therapeutic strategies.
Center for Microbial Pathogenesis
PETIT SCIENCE CENTER
Analyzes the molecular basis of life-threatening infectious diseases such as Ebola virus disease, COVID-19 and tuberculosis and works to create new therapies and treatments.
Center for Translational Immunology
PETIT SCIENCE CENTER
Investigates the cellular and molecular components of the immune system to better understand complex diseases and processes.
Our Centers At A Glance
Our Academic Programs
Bachelor's Program
Master's Program
Ph.D. Program
Contact Us
The institute coordinates graduate and undergraduate admissions. Students seeking an undergraduate degree will apply through university admissions and receive additional support from the central office.
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Graduate Admissions
Undergraduate Admissions
The institute coordinates graduate and undergraduate admissions. Students seeking an undergraduate degree will apply through university admissions and receive additional support from the central office.
Allow one to three business days for a response to your inquiry.