EMBL is Europe’s leading life sciences laboratory

We train students and scientists to perform world-class biological research, and provide state-of-the-art - technologies for a wide range of scientific and experimental services. Some 1800 people working at six laboratory sites throughout Europe are publishing over 800 publications per year, and running events and conferences at the cutting edge of biological research. EMBL seeks to better understand the molecular basis of life. In the process, we’re changing European science.

EMBL was set up to promote molecular biology across Europe, and to create a centre of excellence for training Europe's leading young molecular biologists. To accomplish this, EMBL pursues five missions:

• Perform excellent fundamental research in molecular biology
• Offer vital services to scientists in the member states and the world
• Actively engage in technology transfer and industry relations
• Train scientists, students, and visitors at all levels
• Coordinate and integrate European life science research