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The Petit Institute for Bioengineering and Bioscience (IBB) is in the business of creating the next—the next collaborative discovery, the next educational opportunity, the next startup company.

We are an incubator for tackling complex research problems by bringing together engineers, scientists, and clinicians to turn discoveries into game-changing solutions. With 16 research centers, 287 faculty members, and state-of-the-art core facilities, the possibilities for innovation are limitless.

Project ENGAGES

High school education program that raises awareness to the world of engineering, science, and technology 

Bio Launchpad Seminars

Helps GT entrepreneurs learn how to fund and commercialize their technology

Bioengineering Program

One of the three interdisciplinary graduate programs supported by IBB

Core Facilities

The Petit Institute (IBB) is a unique, interdisciplinary research and educational institute composed of state-of-the-art laboratories and globally recognized academic and research engineers and scientists.

In concert with its affiliated centers and faculty, IBB provides access to more than $400M of combined research tools and laboratories for education and technology transfer.

Researchers are encouraged to take advantage of our shared user laboratories, equipment, and expertise, and we welcome you to explore our facilities and the opportunities supported by our buildings and laboratories.

News

On Wednesday, July 17, the Petit Institute for Bioengineering and Bioscience (IBB) held its second annual summer art show. One of the summer’s most anticipated events, the show featured 46…
Mammograms can be an effective resource for detecting breast cancer, but for some women, it can be an invasive and uncomfortable experience.That’s why Gianna Slusher, Ph.D. student in the George W.…
Cassie Mitchell and Robert “Trey” Quinn have a few questions they’d like to ask you, and there really are no wrong answers. They’re launching a new study focused on disability in the STEM…

Events

Friday
July
26
"Advancing Lyme Disease Therapeutics Through A Multimodal Screening Approach" - Michael H. Ronzetti , University of Maryland, National Institutes of Health
Tuesday
August
6
Learn sustainability best practices for on-campus buildings and events.
Thursday
August
29
Join researchers and clinicians from across the Georgia CTSA for a session on Autism.
Thursday
August
29
Find out how to get involved with the largest, most diverse, graduate student group on campus!
Friday
August
30
Virtual Event - "Crash Course'" on Team Science - Christopher Wiese, Georgia Tech